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100 Top beaches in the world by CNN 2017 – # 98. Pigeon Point, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago
Pigeon Point is also known as Pigeon Point Heritage Park (PPHP) and is often considered Tobago’s most beautiful beach and is home to the world famous thatch-roofed jetty which has become an internationally recognised signature of Tobago. The resort includes a long stretch of white sand beach with warm aquamarine waters. There are excellent beach facilities such as bathrooms, showers and beach-chair rentals as well as bars and a restaurant. Tourist amenities include souvenir and water-sports shops.
Unfortunately, the peninsula has been the subject of major controversy over recent years after the property was bought by Dr. Anthony Sabga, founder and chairman of the Trinidad-based Ansa McAl conglomerate.
Popular jetty/pier at Pigeon Point
In early 2005 the government promised to purchase the property; by compulsory purchase order if necessary. A deal was struck and the peninsula became the property of the Tobago House of Assembly (THA) in late 2005 at a cost of $106 million TT dollars.
Dr. Sabga had spent a considerable amount of time and personal energy in developing the property into the Heritage Park and the systems and practices that he had established are still being practiced today by the THA who now maintain the property.
The controversy that surrounded PPHP was the establishment of an entry fee for usage of the facility.
This remains even after the considerable expense to purchase the property and return it to Government control.
The entry fee to PPHP is set at TT$20 (US$3.33/£2) per person (children aged 6–12 half-price and children under 6 free).
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Welcome — I’m Vibecke Markhus
I’m a Norwegian physician, economist, researcher, musician and photographer with a passion for intelligent living, creativity, nature and lifelong curiosity.
Through this space, I share reflections, experiences and practical insights on:
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- travel & photography
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My background combines medicine, economics and research with a lifelong love for culture, music and the natural beauty of Scandinavia.
I believe life becomes richer when science, creativity and human experience are allowed to coexist.
Professional Background
I hold degrees in both medicine and economics and work within research and healthcare. My academic interests include neuroscience, proteomics, biomarkers and translational medicine.
At the same time, creativity has always been an essential part of my life:
- music
- photography
- travel
- visual storytelling
- concert programming
- cultural experiences
I also play flute at a high level in concert band and serve on both the board and music committee of Alvøens Musikkforening.
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This blog started as a creative outlet for photography and reflections from everyday life, travel and nature.
Over time, it evolved into something broader:
a place where professional knowledge, creativity, financial thinking and personal growth meet.
My goal is not perfection or performance.
It is to explore:
- how to age well
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- how to create freedom
- how to live creatively
- how to build a meaningful and balanced life
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Living on the west coast of Norway, surrounded by fjords, mountains and rapidly changing weather, deeply influences both my photography and perspective on life.
I’m drawn to simplicity, depth, nature, beauty and lifelong learning — values that shape both this blog and my work.
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