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SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 1961 ORT-of-Spain, Trinidad -- This island and its sister, Tobago, are becoming a nerve centre and tourist mecca for: a new Commonwealth partner. For here is the capital of the new Federation of The West Indies where citizens from the other far-flung British Caribbean islands are now gaily preparing calypsoes and other festivities for independence next May 31. These two relatively small islands are the only place in the Western Hemisphere where so many diffrent races from various parts of the world live harmoniously. The population, based on slave and indentured labor brought in from Africa, Asia 2nd Europe. is about two-thirds Negro, one-third East Indian with a smattering of English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese Chinese, and Syrians. Mosques and temples of East Indians stand side by side with Christian churches. On the streets one sees people in the garb of the Far East and stores advertise their wares in half-a-dozen tongues. East Indian, Portugu- ese, Chinese and Spanish words are sprinkled through conversations in English, which is the official language. Because .of the new low 17-day excursion airline fares for Canadians, these island resorts will un- doubtedly attract a record number of tourists. For only $229 from Toronto, Montreal or Ottawa economy class, or $329 first class, it is possible to visit these long-famous islands as well as see many of the island components of the new Federation on the way. The main through carriers are TCA, BOAC/BWIA and Pan American. Trinidad is opening new recreation areas such as Maracas Bay and Las Cuevas Bay, building a big new Conrad Hilton Hotel and planning for several more. Port-of-Spain has half-a-dozen good hotels with rates from $10 to $16 daily per person with meals and from $5 to $10 without. There are also another dozen guest houses, clubs and country hotels that are a bit more expensive. Tobago, "Robinson Crusoe's Island" reached from here by a short air hop or a comfortable steamer trip, is ideal for the casual, lazy-days vacation. ONTARIO TODAY PAGE SEVEN | GO bags only 30 minutes from GAY, EXOTIC TRINIDAD in the HR00Z8- Caribbean Thanks to swift giants of the air, Tobago is now within the reach of most vacationers. On this unspoiled, incredibly beautiful island you will find the fulfillment of your holiday dreams. Known as Robinson Crusoe's isle, Tobayo offers you vast, velvety white beaches lapped by the blue, blue Caribbean-- if pleasantly cooled by gentle Trade Winds. You will spend unforgettable days amidst splendid + scenery, quaint villages and gay, friendly people who speak a soft, musical version of the Queen's English. At night, dining under the star-studded tropical sky, the intriguing rhythm of steel bands will tempt you to dance or listen to lilting Calypso music. Summer rates are sensibly reduced in Tobago's : fine hotels and guest houses. Your Travel Agent will give you additional reasons why more and more discriminating Canadians vacation in Tobago. Reduced Rates to Dec. 15th Kicking ic Wonderful in Tobago! For illustrated folders write to TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO TOURIST BOARD 1210 Sherbrooke St. W., Suite 200, Montreal 2, Que. For Information and Reservations for EUROPE JAMAICA NASSAU BARBADOS SOUTH AMERICA THE ORIENT Write, Phone TRAVEL HOUSE 1516 YONGE ST. TORONTO WA 5.4473 Special! 16-day holiday only $499 complete SPAIN & PORTUGAL Soar to Lisbon, city of charm and romance. Go down to the Mediterranean for a luncheon by the sea. Swing like the Spanish in Seville. Tan at the Riviera in Torremolinos and dip in the beautiful blue water. Explore gypsy caves in grand old Granada. Snap your castanets in Madrid. On this vaca- tion you will feel warmed by the sun and nice people you meet. Luxurious Swissair DC-8 Jetliner round-trip from New York, other transportation, hotels, all meals, sightsee- ing trips & tips -- all for only $499°. Send in this coupon for a complete day-by-day schedule of all the things you'll see and do on this tour to Spaiii & Portugal. I SWISSAIR 2 Carlton St., Toronto, Ontario 3 Please send me complete information about a 16-day holiday | | to Spain & Portugal for only $499 complete! | | NAME | ADDRESS I Y & STATE LT & STA