PAID CONTENT FOR GRENADA TOURISM
PAID CONTENT FOR GRENADA
PAID CONTENT FOR GRENADA TOURISM
Grenada THE CARIBBEAN
Grenada, along with its sister islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, offers a unique experience of the Caribbean. Visitors will be able to soak up the rich culture, vibrant nightlife, delicious food and spectacular scenery on offer in this part of the world
Grenada is an underrated gem of unspoiled beauty. It offers an authentic lifestyle, which helps visitors feel instantly renewed. Famed for aromatic spices, organic chocolate and warm, friendly people, the tri-island destination of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique is the Caribbean that travellers search for. Visitors here can explore natural wonders,
relax and rejuvenate, embark on adventures, try flavourful cuisine, connect with local communities and so much more. With three islands to choose from, the possibilities are endless.
ADVENTURES IN NATURE With a mountainous, volcanic landscape framed by turquoise blue seas, Grenada is home to a plethora of natural wonders. Sparkling waterfalls, peaceful rivers and warm sulphur springs await visitors in the lush rainforest. The many hiking trails, ranging from beginner to expert, offer gorgeous, picturesque views, and hikers might encounter a mona monkey, as
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Grenada is the only place outside West Africa where they live. Land-based activities in Grenada abound, including all-terrain-vehicle and dune-bugg journeys, river tubing, hiking and ‘hashing’ (an unstructured forest run or walk with a fun-loving group of locals). Out on the water, paddleboarding, kayaking
and sailing are popular activities. For a truly out- of-this-world experience, venture underwater to uncover the magic beneath the cerulean blue waves. Grenada and Carriacou are year-round scuba diving destinations, offering some of the best diving in the region. There are more than 50 dive sites, providing opportunities to explore an amazing biodiversity of colourful marine life and pristine coral reefs. With more than 20 wreck dives, Grenada has accepted the title of ‘Wreck Capital of the Caribbean’. The most famous is the wreck of the Bianca C. Known locally as the ‘Titanic of the Caribbean’ due to its size and presence, the Bianca C has few rivals in the realms of warm-water wreck diving. The 600ft
cruise liner sank in 1961, and the chance to dive into one of her upper-deck swimming pools is particularly thrilling. Grenada’s Underwater Sculpture Park was
created as a sustainable environment project for corals and marine life to inhabit. The 75 sculptures, spread over an area of 2,600sq ft, are truly fascinating to explore. Celebrated works include Vicissitudes, featuring a ring of children holding hands to represent unity and resilience, and The Lost Correspondent — a man sitting at a desk with his typewriter. The Underwater Sculpture Park can be experienced by diving, snorkelling or from a glass-bottomed boat.
A CULINARY DELIGHT Known as the ‘Spice Isle of the Caribbean’, the destination has long been famous for its production of high-quality spices and cocoa, so much so that nutmeg is a symbol of national identity. The integration of spices into Grenada’s cuisine has resulted in an overall robust and
flavourful national food profile. From fine dining to casual beachside restaurants to street food, it’s undeniable that Grenadians have a taste and flair for delicious cooking and, as a result, the island has become the World Food Travel Association’s first Culinary Capital. Grenada’s six tree-to-bar chocolate companies
produce artisan chocolate that delights the palate with every bite, and chocolate and locally produced rum tastings are a must-try experience. Of the three rum distilleries in Grenada, River Antoine Estate is the most long-standing and is home to the oldest functioning watermill in the Caribbean. A trip to River Antoine is like being transported through time, as the rum-making process is still the same as it was centuries ago.
THREE ISLANDS, ONE DESTINATION Easily accessible by sea and air, Grenada’s sister islands Carriacou and Petite Martinique provide the perfect tranquil, serene atmosphere to rest, relax and recharge. Carriacou is the old-time Caribbean that dreams are made of; expect
spectacular snorkelling and pristine beaches, rich West African culture and unique traditions such as string band music, big drum dancing, wooden boat building and launching. Over on tranquil Petite Martinique, which is
just one square mile in size, visitors are treated to sweeping views of outlying islands from the beautiful beaches. The vibe here is distinctly laid back, with an emphasis on relaxing and basking in the sense of peace and serenity.
LOCAL CONNECTIONS For visitors wanting to engage with local communities, beyond the resort or scheduled tours, Grenada’s voluntourism initiative helps travellers foster meaningful connections in the spaces they visit. Voluntourism opportunities include coral reef restoration, turtle research, lionfish hunts, beach clean-ups and community learn-to-swim classes. Visitors can help at organic farms and an animal shelter and donate resources for educational, health and cultural programmes.
Don’t miss Embark on a guided sunset sailing trip on a traditionally built, wooden Carriacou sloop and see the island from a whole new perspective
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KEY ACTIVITIES • Underwater sculpture park • Spice market and spice garden tours • Chocolate factory tour • Rum distillery tour • Street Food Wednesday at Dodgy Dock • Blue tea at the Tower Estate • River tubing • Dune buggy tour • Waterfalls • Sunset sailing • Mt Moritz Community Breakfast • Belmont Estate • Hillsborough Museum, Carriacou • High North trail, Carriacou • Carriacou and Petite Martinique regattas
• Swim with turtles at Saline Island, Carriacou
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