The Premura Journal

Fall for the island before you arrive

Honest guides and stories about Tobago, the real island most visitors miss, from people who have done the planning for you.

A week in Tobago: what to do, day by day

Seven days, from the reefs and rainforest to the quiet north-coast bays, the way a local would shape it.

African, Indian, Chinese and European roots, and the food, steelpan and festivals they created.

Curry crab and dumpling, the Store Bay food huts, callaloo and pelau, and a Sunday night in Buccoo.

From iconic Pigeon Point to wild Englishman's Bay and secluded Pirate's Bay, and which suits you.

Weather, seasons, turtle nesting and the Heritage Festival, so you pick the week that suits you.

Why the all-inclusive resort trades the destination for sameness, and how to have both.

Royalty, film stars and a castaway legend, on a restored 18th-century fortress above the bay.