The Caribbean island country Grenada pretty much has it all: gorgeous white-sand beaches and calm blue waters, a verdant hilly interior full of waterfalls, and a reputation for giving a warm island welcome to visitors. What it doesn’t have much of? American tourists!
In fact, this gem of an island might not have as many sprawling all-inclusive resorts as other Caribbean hot spots popular with travelers from the U.S.—but that’s all part of the charm. Here are five reasons to make Grenada your next island getaway:
1. It boasts a colorful harbor—without the typical mega cruise ships hogging the docks.
The harbor of St. George’s, Grenada’s main city, is considered by many to be the most beautiful in the Caribbean. Sail boats gently rock in the cerulean water set against a backdrop of brightly painted homes nestled in lush green hills. Talk about picturesque.
2. The island has a scent all its own.
Grenada isn’t known as the “Spice Island” for nothing. You can smell the sweet fragrance of spices like nutmeg and vanilla wafting through the air. Be sure to tour a nutmeg processing co-op and stroll through the spice market in St. George’s to pick up some souvenirs worth savoring.
3. Spices aren’t the only delicious items Grenada is known for.
The island’s lush jungle produces a bounty of fresh tropical fruit, and fishermen bring in local seafood catches by the boatload. And then there’s the island’s rum—at 150 proof, it’s so strong you can’t bring it home on your plane because it’s considered a flammable liquid! So be sure to enjoy your tipple before you board.
4. It’s perfect for island hopping.
Grenada the country isn’t one island—it’s actually 3+. There’s the main island, called Grenada, along with the other two larger islands, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. Aside from the “big three,” there are a bevy of smaller islands only accessible via boat, so you can hop from pristine beach to pristine beach on the ultimate sailing excursion.
5. It’s laidback in all the best ways.
While you may not check into an all-inclusive on a Grenada holiday, your visit will still be an effortless one. The country’s compact size (it’s roughly twice the size of Washington, D.C.) makes it easy to explore by car—or opt for private tours or a private driver to avoid having to get behind the wheel yourself at all. Plus, Grenada’s official language is English, so shopping at the markets and ordering dinner out at the harbor will be as easy as an island breeze!
Ready to embark on your own island getaway to Grenada? We would love to plan it for you—connect with Heirloom Journeys on a complimentary consultation call to get started.
