Also referred to as the Isle of Spice, Grenada is a West Indies island soaking some warm rays in the eastern Caribbean Sea while sitting on the northern arc of the Lesser Antilles, some 160km (100 miles) from the north Venezuela coast. You’ll find it spreading its feet between the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator and, as a country, it consists of the main Grenada island and the southern Grenadines (a complex of two smaller, but equally ravishing and charming, islands, namely Petite Martinique and Carriacou).
The official language spoken here is English, although there are many hotel employees and residents who speak Italian, Chinese, German, French, and Spanish. As for the time difference, Grenada belongs to the Atlantic Standard Time zone (the time difference is GMT – 4 hours). Finally, the local currency is the Easter Caribbean dollar, though the Euro, US dollar, and Pounds Sterling are also accepted.
What makes Grenada a superb holiday destination in the Caribbean is its magnificent climate and the year-round warm temperatures that allow all sorts of summery activities, including sunbathing, swimming, water sports, inland explorations, and sailing tours without ever experiencing the scorching sun of other popular vacation hubs around the world. Also, despite its relatively small size (spanning over an area of just 133 square miles), compared to the other Caribbean islands, Grenada does not fall short on things to do, see, and experience on the island, irrespective of the time of year you are visiting this earthly heaven.
Speaking of the best time to visit Granada, it all depends on what type of adventure you are after and the level of privacy you seek. For example, the high season is perfect for those wanting to taste the most vibrant side of Grenada and mingle with the large (usually partying and celebrating) crowds. The low season is great if you would prefer more peaceful and relaxing moments (also ideal for honeymoon journeys and weddings), with still a vivid entertainment scene and fantastic weather. Finally, the shoulder season is a fine compromise between the high and low seasons, offering you lots of festivals and events to join, and a more laid-back lifestyle overall.
One of the adventures that certainly have a place in everyone’s wish list is diving into the azure waters and exploring the amazing underwater cosmos, which even features a real-life, second to none, aquatic sculpture park, alongside beautiful coral reefs full of life and various schools of fish, shipwrecks and more.
Of course, watching the sun sinking in the crystal-clear archipelago is another spectacle nobody can afford to miss. You can join this unique swirl of colours either from any hilltop inland location, a spot along the idyllic volcanic coastline or from amidst the sea via a sunset sailing cruise.
All that aside, though, we strongly recommend visiting the Belmont Estate, one of the leading and oldest cocoa plantations on the island, where you can pamper your palate with some of the finest chocolate and cocoa products, among others while getting introduced to things like how the infamous local cocoa tea is produced.
Now, if you love spending time by the beach, then Grand Anse is a top option to enjoy some seaside time under the warm sun, with the refreshing ocean breeze caressing your senses. Lastly, the Grand Etang Lake National Park and the many impressive waterfalls and rainforests on the island are other popular poles of attraction with reason!
Needless to say, Grenada offers a multitude of entertainment options to suit all requirements and desires. So, expect from a magnificent dining scene to a spectacular nightlife, featuring cafes, clubs, pubs, and a plethora of events, competitions, and festivals (especially music-related ones), amazing beachside activities, and lots of tours to get to know more about this fantastic Caribbean island with the strong French, British, African, and West Indie influences!
