The waters off Tobago took center stage as regional and international anglers gathered for the Trinidad and Tobago Game Fishing Association’s (TTGFA) Annual “Marlin Madness” Tournament. More than just a fierce offshore billfish competition, the premier event celebrated the Caribbean’s deep maritime heritage, marine conservation, and passion for sport fishing.
However, as the tournament continues to expand its global profile and draw high-net-worth foreign crews, local organizers and maritime stakeholders are highlighting a critical missing piece in Tobago’s tourism infrastructure: the urgent need for a dedicated, world-class marina and modern boat berthing facilities to fully unlock the island’s multi-million-dollar sport-fishing and yachting potential.
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