'''Point Fortin''' (or just "Point") is the main town in the lightly populated deep south peninsula of Trinidad. It is not far from the city of San Fernando, it is the gateway to the rich treasure of coastline on both the Gulf of Paria and the Atlantic. Point is pretty much the last business area you would find going to the south of Trinidad.
Get in
Take a maxi from the wharf in San Fernando, about $7, or a Taxi/Cab for TT$12.00. For the really adventurous tourist there are the PTSC buses that could be a memorable traveling experience at a fraction of the cost. The bus terminal is located near the Wharf San Fernando.
Get around
See
Although not widely known, almost the entire South Western Peninsula has at low tide the longest widest beaches of Trinidad and Tobago. Therefore, if you want to get away from overcrowded beaches and tourists, you may not miss a stroll on some of the most pristine beaches in this twin Island nation.
Do
Eat
Doubles - a delicacy that can be found anywhere in the country and also available in "Point." It is made of two small flat pieces of fried flour - called "barra" and filled with a mixture of curried chick peas or "channa" as it is locally known.
Wash all of this down with cold coconut water, available on mornings in the main areas of Point.
Market days on Saturday and Sunday provide a variety of homemade sweets, such as rice cakes, fudge and others to tantalize the tastebuds.
Drink
Sleep
In the heart of Point Fortin you can find South Western Court, a small hotel.
Further you'll be able to find accommodations in Cinnamon House, a small guest house, as well as several privately rented homes and apartments.
Get out
Take a maxi from Pieping Corner, Frisco Junction in Point Fortin, about $6, or a Taxi/Cab for TT$10.00. The taxi stand is located by the Park. For the really adventurous tourist there are the PTSC buses that could be a memorable traveling experience at a fraction of the cost. The bus terminal is located down New Lands opposite Pepe's Bar. You must have a pre-purchased ticket.