24 MARINA VISIT
Port Louis Marina, Grenada
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ocated in the beautiful lagoon by Saint George’s, the historic capital of Grenada, Port Louis Marina provides
the perfect base from which to explore the cruising grounds of the Grenadines and the Windward Islands in the Southern Caribbean. Owned and managed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, the facility has recently undergone a major expansion, which included the addition of 90 new berths installed by Marinetek of Finland, with
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anodised aluminium Quantum pedestals supplied by Rolec Services. Particular attention was given to the 16 m and 18 m long fingers on Pier E, with four heavy duty mooring points carefully designed to cater for Category II hurricane wind speeds. A selection
of the berths offers a dual frequency supply (US and European) electrical sockets, encouraging the international yachting community to visit Grenada.
Popular destination The marina overlooks the colourful waterfront of the Carenage and has 227 berths for yachts up to 90 m (300 ft). The ‘Spice Island’, as Grenada is known, lies South of the main hurricane belt, but the new phase of development has made it
it a popular destination for skippers to berth during Summer in the Caribbean. The island is increasing in popularity and Port Louis Marina continues to be first choice on the itineraries of many superyachts and chartered vessels. The extra berths were designed ranging from 12-22 m on two new piers forming part of an exciting expansion to boost the number of visiting yachts and provide long lease berthing options in the marina. Due to the growth
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