Tucked away northwest of Trinidad and Tobago, northeast of Venezuela, and southwest of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada epitomises the quintessential Caribbean allure.
Visitors can bask in the island’s delightful weather, with daytime temperatures ranging from a warm 29C to 31C and evening temperatures cooling down to a comfortable 23C to 25C, offering a perfect respite from the unpredictable English climate.
Despite its charming climate and scenery, Grenada is less frequented than other Caribbean destinations, welcoming around 366,000 visitors annually, which is modest compared to Antigua’s 680,000 and St Lucia’s 783,000 tourists.
Renowned for its aromatic nutmeg and mace, Grenada is affectionately known as the “Island of Spice”.
Its historical tapestry includes early Arawak and Carib inhabitants, a period of French colonialism in the 17th century, and later a British colony.
Grenada became independent from Britain in 1974 and is now part of the Commonwealth.
The nation celebrates a rich cultural heritage, with influences from African, European, and indigenous Caribbean cultures, reflected in its music, dance, food, and major events like Carnival.
Grenada’s perfect conditions beckon water sports enthusiasts to dive into activities like sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, and kiteboarding.
With numerous resorts and aquatic centres offering gear rental and lessons, there’s no shortage of opportunities to make a splash.
The island boasts the stunning Grand Etang Nature Park, a protected Caribbean region that includes the Grand Etang Crater Lake, Seven Sisters Falls and fascinating animal species such as Mona monkeys.
Inside the reserve is the village of Constantine and the Annandale Falls which fall into the lake below with a drop of 10 metres.
The volcanic sand at St. John’s Black Beach, a short walk from Concord, creates a breathtaking backdrop contrasting with the turquoise of the ocean and the intense green of the vegetation.
The beauties of Grenada also extend to the surrounding islands which include Carriacou, Ronde Island and the Ile aux Serpents (Snake Island).
