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)

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I've Gone On 134 Dives And This Is My Favourite Snorkelling Spot In The Caribbean

1 week 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

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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

1 month 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

1 month 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...
10 Top International Cities for Food and Drink

2 months ago | foodandwine.com | Erik Trinidad

Photo: Food & Wine / Chris Schalkx When you’re traveling to a city, whether for business or pleasure, one of the easiest ways to immerse yourself in the local culture is to embrace the food and drink scene. It usually doesn’t require too much effort, since you’re going to have a meal or go out for a drink anyway. Food is often representative of a city’s soul. It’s not just something to fuel our bodies, it’s family, community, agriculture, business.
I’ve Scuba Dived All Across the Caribbean—but This Little-known Island Is My Favorite

2 months ago | travelandleisure.com | Erik Trinidad

A turtle swimming in Sampler Reef, located off the coast of Bonaire. Photo: Federico Cabello/Getty Images I’ve scuba dived some pretty stellar sites across several Caribbean Islands—St. Martin, Dominica, St. Lucia, and Curaçao, to name a few. But out of all my experiences, one destination has risen to the top of my book: the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire. At 24 miles long and seven miles wide, Bonaire is small.