Grenada
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Grenada is called the Spice Island for good reason: the scent of nutmeg perfumes the air, for Grenada is the world’s largest producer of this heady spice. And since no building here is allowed to be built higher than the tallest palm tree, the island has the balance of tourism and unspoilt scenery just right. Naturally, Grenada is a magnet for those looking for beautiful Caribbean beaches but is also for romantics and those with a sense of adventure alike.
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Live like a local
Must-do
Some things are just a must on Grenada, including saying that you’ve sunbathed on one of the world’s best beaches: Grand Anse. Meanwhile, getting out on the water on a guided kayaking tour around Hog Island is a real pleasure, and you can look for a secluded stretch of sand to relax on for a spell. Join a Jeep safari to the warm sulphur springs at Clabony where you can wade in and enjoy the water’s healing properties but, be warned, it can get pretty smelly. For something more sophisticated, book a boat trip to the picturesque Tobago Cays.
Find out moreCulture
One of the best inductions to the culture of Grenada is the Heritage Night at Spice Basket. Here, a colourful story of the island’s history from the Sugar revolution and West Indies Cricket to the Grenada Revolution unfolds through a fascinating ensemble of music, dance, theatre are food – dinner is included. Meanwhile, Grenada holds a fantastic festival called Spicemas over the second Monday and Tuesday in August – it’s full to bursting with pageantry that encompasses the island’s African, French, British and Caribbean history.
Find out moreAdventurous spirit
There are plenty of activities for adventure types here, including taking part in the annual sailing festival races for the serious sailors amongst you. Prefer dry land? How about a hike through rainforest up to Seven Sisters Waterfalls or climbing Mount St Catherine which, at 840m high, is the tallest peak on the island. Or if it’s an underwater adventure that you’re looking for, Grenada has some of the best wrecks and reefs for scuba-diving in the Eastern Caribbean. But, for something completely different, dive or snorkel amongst the concrete figures at the Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park.
Find out moreWith the kids
A great family day out can be had in the Grand Etang National Park & Forest reserve, where little ones can go in search of creatures including Mona monkeys, frogs and lizards as well as take the walk to the lake and waterfalls here. Children who love wildlife can also join a turtle watch, and if they are lucky, see leatherback turtles laying their eggs on the beach. And if your kids like chocolate (whose don’t?), take a trip to the Grenada Chocolate Factory at the Belmont Estate to see how organically grown chocolate is made from bean to bar.
Find out moreRetail therapy
St George’s, the island’s capital, has a small but interesting selection of shops where you can pick up perfumes made from spices, local artwork and handmade clothing, whilst the town’s Saturday morning market is definitely worth a look for the array of fruits and spices. You’ll no doubt want to purchase a basket of spices to take home too – most people do. Spiceland Mall International is another of Grenada’s popular shopping experiences, small but a good place to pick up souvenir T-shirts or duty-free, but it’s not high end. If you’re looking for luxury resortwear, head to the boutiques of Spice Island Inn on Grand Anse Beach.
Find out moreFood and drink
Local specialities in Grenada include crabs and conch, but go truly local with the national dish, Oildown, where the flavours of breadfruit, salted meat and coconut combine in the most delicious of stews. Of course, there are plenty of ways to try nutmeg, and we suggest nutmeg ice-cream, but if you like botany, take a trip to Laura’s Spice and Herb Garden. No visit is complete without a taste of the local rum, and River Antoine distillery is a delight, a real step back in time, to 1785, and a great place for a tour and tasting.
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