Grenada, Caribbean

The small Caribbean island of Grenada is at the southern end of the Windward Islands. Formerly colonised, first by the French and then by the British, Grenada still retains traces of these European influences in its culture, architecture, cuisine and place names.

The warmth of the weather is matched by the genuine warmth of its English-speaking people, who are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to welcome visitors. Known as The Spice Island, Grenada’s volcanic origin has produced topography of great beauty, ranging from mountainous rainforest with waterfalls and lakes, to dry lowlands and coastal mangroves, not forgetting beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters.

Apart from the obvious lure of gorgeous soft-sand beaches, there’s plenty to see and do with snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing, river tubing and rainforest hikes just a few of the potential activities on offer. Fascinating cocoa plantations, rum distilleries, forts, waterfalls and tropical gardens are all there to be explored too.

Grenada is far less developed than many of its Caribbean cousins and the locals joke that nothing taller than a coconut tree is allowed to be built!  Ideal for an authentic getaway to this beautiful part of the world...