Erik Trinidad

Brooklyn, United States

Writer at Freelance

Erik R. Trinidad, freelance writer for AFAR, AAA, Lonely Planet, Tasting Table, Thrillist Travel and more! (see link)

Articles

Dubai Becomes a Different Destination When You Go on Bike

3 weeks ago | bigrapidsnews.com | Erik Trinidad

It was still dark when I arrived at a parking lot in Dubai's Meydan district just before dawn and heard the familiar Muslim call to prayer coming from the speakers of a distant minaret. As the resonance of the age-old chants filled the sky, I noticed more and more individuals coming from their cars, gradually assembling at the same spot - only it was not for any religious reasons.
Dubai Becomes a Different Destination When You Go on Bike

4 weeks ago | insidehook.com | Erik Trinidad

It was still dark when I arrived at a parking lot in Dubai’s Meydan district just before dawn and heard the familiar Muslim call to prayer coming from the speakers of a distant minaret. As the resonance of the age-old chants filled the sky, I noticed more and more individuals coming from their cars, gradually assembling at the same spot — only it was not for any religious reasons.
I've Gone On 134 Dives And This Is My Favourite Snorkelling Spot In The Caribbean

1 month ago | travelandleisureasia.com | Erik Trinidad

Home Destinations North America I've Gone On 134 Dives And This Is My Favourite Snorkelling Spot In The Caribbean As a long-time scuba diver, I typically seek out the best scuba sites when I travel to the Caribbean. But in one destination, I didn’t have to strap on an air tank to experience the wonders of the local marine life.
I've Gone On 134 Dives And This Is My Favourite Snorkelling Spot In The Caribbean

1 month ago | travelandleisureasia.com | Erik Trinidad

As a long-time scuba diver, I typically seek out the best scuba sites when I travel to the Caribbean. But in one destination, I didn’t have to strap on an air tank to experience the wonders of the local marine life. In the Exumas — the sub-archipelago of The Bahamas comprising over 300 cays southeast of Nassau — I visited a magnificent site brimming with tropical fish.
I've Gone on 134 Dives and This Is My Favorite Snorkeling Spot in the Caribbean—and Its Turquoise Waters Are Like Nature's Aquarium | Flipboard

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Erik Trinidad

2 hours agoStargaze, soar and safari throughout the United Arab Emirates with unforgettable activities ranging from ziplining to dining in an aquarium. The United Arab Emirates isn’t short on showstoppers. Beyond the record-breaking skyscrapers and glittering shopping malls, though, lies a trove of …
I've Gone on 134 Dives and This Is My Favorite Snorkeling Spot in the Caribbean

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | Erik Trinidad

Assorted tropical fish congregate in Thunderball Grotto near Staniel Cay in Exuma, Bahamas. Credit: Danita Delimont/Getty ImagesFrom the Caribbean to Saudi Arabia, journalist Erik Trinidad has been on more than 130 dives. Now, he writes about a snorkeling destination in the Caribbean so rich that it rivals some of his dives. As a long-time scuba diver, I typically seek out the best scuba sites when I travel to the Caribbean.
Why Three of Today’s Best Bartenders Choose Tequila Ocho for Their Palomas

1 month ago | vinepair.com | Erik Trinidad

The basic recipe for the Paloma, a classic cocktail hailing from Mexico, is simple: tequila, grapefruit soda, and lime. However, if you ask any professional bartender, choices of ingredients and spirits — like Tequila Ocho, a single estate tequila from the multi-generational Camarena family in Jalisco, Mexico — are important factors for any variation.
Diving Panama: A Coast to Coast Adventure

2 months ago | sportdiver.com | Erik Trinidad

04/12/2025 - Panama is a unique dive destination where you can explore both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans in a single day. Courtesy Visit Panamá It should be no surprise that the country of Panama, comprising the isthmus between North and South America, would have incredible wildlife—both terrestrial and aquatic. After all, it’s the crossroads of continents at the nexus of enormous oceans.
Panama: A Tale of Two Oceans

2 months ago | scubadiving.com | Erik Trinidad

04/12/2025 - Panama is a unique dive destination where you can explore both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans in a single day. Courtesy Visit Panamá It should be no surprise that the country of Panama, comprising the isthmus between North and South America, would have incredible wildlife—both terrestrial and aquatic. After all, it’s the crossroads of continents at the nexus of enormous oceans.
The Garden State Goes Global: Inside New Jersey’s International Eats

2 months ago | matadornetwork.com | Erik Trinidad

New Jersey Restaurants + Bars by Erik Trinidad in paid partnership with Popular conceptions of New Jersey’s food scene probably include submarine sandwiches, greasy spoons, and the state’s take on the classic American diner — a place where “disco fries,” Jersey’s answer to poutine, has been immortalized. However, in-the-know gourmands know the Garden State holds true to its name and is home to formidable wineries and many farm-to-table restaurants serving fresh New American fare. New Jersey...