About La Brea Industrial Development Company Limited (LABIDCO)

Many people are unaware that the Deep South has nothing but bush and waters.  Have you ever asked if south contributes to the revenue of the country?

Here's what LABIDCO is about.....

Labidco was formed in February 1995 to develop the La Brea Industrial Estate for industrial activity. NGC holds 83% of the shares in Labdico while Petrotrin holds the remaining 17%.  The day-to-day management of the Estate is carried out by National Energy on behalf of NGC.

Labidco's vision for the La Brea Industrial Estate is to provide industrial land, port, logistics and bio-remediation services at competitives prices.  

D Big Yard Bar Teelucksingh

D Big Yard Bar Teelucksingh is located in Cedros and is very popular for ALL FOURS CARD PLAYING COMPETITIONS.

Sieunarine's Restaurant & Bar

Yes! it's a bar....but don't forget you can get your lunches here....

For the BEST CURRY DUCK!.... For me, the first time I tasted Curried duck from here....WOW! I've always tried to have something other than duck, but the temptation and just the thought of that best curry!!! hmmmmm.... Let's just say, I don't mind eating dhal, rice and curry duck Sunday to Sunday from Sieunarine's.

Every Sunday morning special - FISH BROTH. To help with that hangover from Friday and Saturday.

A place popular for customers who enjoy local Chutney music, an ambiance so friendly, where everyone is one!

Every year during the borough celebrations, Sieunarine's hosts the TASSARAMA event, where tassa groups from all over the country makes their way to Point Fortin for this event.  Trophies and hampers are prepared for winners...this is a big event as Indian orchestra bands also come down to perform. 

As the Christmas season approaches, Sieunarine's Bar hosts a Parang event every year bringing together customers, fans, environs and much more to celebrate, drink up and enjoy an evening of PARANG!  Christmas hampers are usually in store for giveaways.... and lots more!

UPRISING SPORTS BAR

Uprising Sports Bar is a newly renovated bar that reopened for business 3 years ago.  It's a ONE LOVE, ONE FAMILY vibes where friends and family come out to have a good time.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday @ Uprising Sports Bar from 8pm TILL....ladies and gents you can come out for the LATIN DANCE CLASS and learn professional Latin dancing.

It's always an exciting to come out and experience something new everyday.  At Uprising, you can experience a fun evening every Thursday for KARAOKE THURSDAY!!!

Also, you don't want to miss out on the AFTER WORK LIME....head down to Uprising Sports Bar every Friday from 4pm TILL.....

Columbus Bay

Located on the Southwestern Peninsula of Trinidad, the Bay was named for Christopher Columbus in honor of the fact that he and his crew entered the bay via ship in 1498.  Today the beach serves as a semi-popular recreational spot for sun bathing and swimming.  

Located on the southwestern coast of the island of Trinidad, 2.4 miles west-southwest of Fullerton. You should consider stopping by even if you aren't staying nearby.  Travelers in search of a tranquil, secluded setting might want to plan a visit to Columbus Bay.

How to Access The Beach

Columbus Bay is set between Los Gallos Point and Corral Point.  There is a car park available for visitors.

Amenities and Ambiance

The shore of Columbus Bay features tan colored sand that is smooth and soft.  The waters are aquamarine with several outlying rocks that jut out from the sea, giving the bay character.  

Columbus Bay offers those who visit an angelic and serene enclave, thanks to the fact that the area surrounding the beach won't be overly crowded.

What's Nearby

• Cities and Town

The nearest area on Trinidad to Columbus Bay is Icacos.  This friendly part of Trinidad is only a mile and a half away, which means a visit doesn't need to take up the whole day.  This region on T&T is a neat region that strikes a balance between island tranquility and urbanization.

Hotels

The popularity of this spot on any given day can vary, depending on when you visit, and how full nearby hotel rooms are.  Don't anticipate finding any of T&T's frequently visited resorts and hotels near this beach, though if you're trying to evade throngs of travelers, the lack of places to stay will surely be a pleasant sight.

Other Beaches

Vacationers in search of the perfect beach will have other options if Columbus Bay doesn't suit their tastes.  You may also want to consider Cedros Bay, located fairly close-by meaning a short ride in a taxi should put you in the right spot to check out this other choice.  

T&T has plenty to offer its visitors, and paying a visit to Columbus Bay is just one way you can spend your afternoon.

Granville Beach

Why spend just a day at the beach when you can spend the night as well?  Granville is unique amongst the beaches of Trinidad because it serves as not only a popular swimming bole but a favorite camp site as well.  Be warned, however, that there are no lifeguards, so night swimming is discouraged.

Vessigny Beach

Vessigny beach is one of the most popular beaches in the south western peninsula and is pretty well maintained.  Here, you will find a car park, picnic tables, snack bar, changing rooms with showers and toilets (opened on weekneds and school vacation time only).

Large groups flock to this facility for excursions and beach parties.  Vessigny Beach has very calm seas and low waves which makes bathing quite fun.  The water isn't the clearest but it's still a great spot to relax or have a grand time depending on the day you visit.

Constance Coconut Estate

The largest coconut estate in Trinidad is located in Fullerton Village, just off Icacos Point in South-western Trinidad.  Many would say, the early history of Icacos began with life on the estates. Constance estate, which lies on the sea front, was the centre of social, religious, sporting and economic activities.

Roadway to Icacos

Coconut Estate

Philip Agostini, the present owner of Constance, the largest coconut estate in Trinidad, said, "Since 1870 the estate has lost approximately 700 acres to the sea, mainly on the northern side of the beach.  Houses along the beach front have down and vast amounts of coconut trees have been lost to constant erosion."  As the sea continues to claim new territory, it has changed the entire beach front.  following these events, Agostini called a group of estate owners in the peninsula and together they formed the Copra Planters Association which later became the Coconut Growers Association.

Fallen coconut trees from eroded land

Borough Day Celebrations!!!

Point Fortin Borough Day Festival brings more people to T&T than Carnival as it is the biggest event ever to stage with more and more events being added to the 17-day celebration.  Borough Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of May every year.  The Borough Day Festival came from nothing and has grown into what it is today - one of the best attended cultural events in the entire Caribbean.  This festival puts T&T on the global map as far as culture is concerned.
The borough of Point Fortin celebrated its 36th anniversary this year with a week of celebrations beginning two weeks prior to the actual 'borough day event' and culminating in the "Borough Cool Down" on Sunday.   

The annual military parade takes place one week before Borough day and signals the start of the week-long celebrations.  The parade begins at Coronation Park, and then proceeds through the streets of Point Fortin.

Horses at the Parade

Military Parade Crowd

Parade in Progress

Some of the other events that takes place during this 17-day celebrations of borough are:

• Official Borough Launch - takes place at Victor Chin Kit Park 
• Football Festival - featuring former football stars at Cap-de-ville
• Indo-Calypso Jazz event - Pantar with the Masters of Calypso at Clifton Hill Beach Resort
• Junior Swim Meet - takes place at the Point Fortin Community Swimming Pool.
• Icons in D'Sun - midday concert at Victor Chin Kit Park.
• Miss Point Fortin Borough Pageant - Crowning of the queen at Point Fortin East Secondary.
• Liverpool Fete - takes place at Clifton Hill Beach Park.
• An Evening of Elegance - a fashion extravaganza featuring designs by the top designers of south Trinidad takes place at Clifton Hill Beach Park. 
• Borough Marathon Race - usually scheduled for the Sunday before borough day, takes place throughout the streets of Point Fortin. 
• Senior Citizen Treat - special luncheon at Clifton Hill Beach Park.
• Republic Bank Pan on the Parkway

There are many more events to add to the list, but one in particular is the highlight!

The dawn of Saturday will see the eagerly awaited Point Fortin J'Ouvert, an event full of music and steelbands.  Annually, a number of masqueraders from Northern bands make the trek to Point to this J'Ouvert.  

Home of the Soca/Calypso Legends!

Trinidad and Tobago is well known for the popular Carnival season.  During this time, there are many parties and fetes where we know 'Trinis love to party!'  But have we ever asked about where these artistes came from?    Many may not know that some of the best artiste originated from Point Fortin. As the Point Fortin Borough Motto stated; "Aspire to Achieve". Here are some of these notable natives:

• Fay-Ann Lyons Alvarez - Soca Artiste
• Barnet Henry (The Preacher) - Calypsonian
• Wayne T - Soca artist / Calypsonian
• Iwer George - Soca artist / Calypsonian
• Austin Lyons (Superblue) - Soca artist / Calypsonian
• Kelvin Pope (The Mighty Duke) - Calypsonian
• Morel Peters (Luta) - Calypsonian
• Winston Rawlins (Cro Cro) - Calypsonian
• Naya George - Soca artist

Just to highlight the most popular of this listing, here is a quick run down on some.

Fay Ann Lyons-Alvarez, born on November 5, 1980 and was sometimes known by such titles as the Lyon Empress in Point Fortin to parents Austin Lyons (Superblue) and Lynette Steele.  Fay Ann is a three-time T&T Carnival Road March champion ( 2003, 2008, 2009) and the 2009 International Soca Monarch and International Groovy Soca Monarch champion.