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Grenada Holidays

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Grenada is the Spice of the Caribbean.

Grenada can offer you a Caribbean holiday on an island famed for forests fragrant with cinnamon, allspice, cocoa and nutmeg, Grenada is actually a three-island nation including Carriacou and Petite Martinique in the Grenadine chain of islands. Carriacou is a mecca for scuba divers and snorkelers and on Petite Martinique, many inhabitants build boats or make their living by fishing.

Back on the main island, this former British colony offers charming architecture, 300-year-old churches and narrow streets. Fort George and Fort Frederick date back to the 18th century. Restaurants and resorts line Grand Anse, a popular 2-mile stretch of sand, and perfect for a holiday in Grenada. South and East of Grand Anse, other beaches line the coves of L’Anse Aux Epines, an upscale residential community. Head north to view Grenada’s rich agricultural and natural bounty.

At Gouyave visit one of the nutmeg-processing stations or stop at the Grenada Chocolate Company, a tiny solar-powered cottage factory featuring antique machinery. The nearby historic River Antoine Rum Distillery is the Caribbean’s only water-powered mill still operating. Visit the plantation home Morne Fendue, a 1908 structure that serves lunch and now has guest rooms.

Sailing has long been an integral part of any Grenada holiday. Visitors can hire charter companies for day excursions or weekly charters with crew or bareboat. Game fishing is big sport here and late January heralds the three-day Spice Island Billfish Tournament. Hiking trails with breathtaking scenery challenge walkers of all ability levels. Savour the delights of Bay Gardens, one of many well-kept botanical sites. If you are looking for an active holiday in Grenada can also sign up for whale- and dolphin-watching expeditions, and can kayak in the quiet waters of Egmont Harbour.

Annual celebrations include Independence Day in February, Grensave International Food and Drink Extravaganza, and St. Patrick’s Day Festival in March. In April, big-drum, string-band music and quadrille dancing take center stage at the Carriacou Maroon Music Festival. Visit in May for the Grenada Drum Festival. In December, delve into the three-day carol-singing festivities of the Carriacou Parang Festival.

AIRPORT/GATEWAYS/FLYING TIMES:
Airport: Point Salines International Airport. 15 mins from the capital, St. George’s, on the southwestern tip of the island. 7 mins from the main hotel belt. Gateways/Flying Times: Cologne. Frankfurt. London. Miami. Montego Bay in Jamaica. Munich. New York. Philadelphia in the US. Stockholm. Toronto. Zurich. Transfers through Antigua, Barbados and Trinidad. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Gatwick to Port Salines International Airport (GND). There are also charter flights with XL Airlines.

GRENADA HOLIDAY WEATHER:
Average daytime temperatures range from 24 degrees C/75 degrees F to 33 degrees C/91 degrees F tempered by the cooling trade winds; The nights are cooler. The lowest temperatures occur between November and February. It is cooler in the hills. Driest season is January to May. Rainy season is June to December.

FOOD:
Restaurants available-Local. International. Creole. French. Continental. Chinese. West Indian. Italian. Fast Food. 10% service charge unless already added to the bill. Dress code is casual to elegantly casual, with gentlemen generally not required to wear a jacket and tie although long trousers are required in the evening.

LANGUAGE:
English.

HOLIDAY SIGHTSEEING:
Fort Frederick. Fort George. Old Georgian Buildings on the Carenage. Yellow Poui Art Gallery. The colorful Market (Saturday a speciality). National Museum. Bay Gardens. Annandale Falls. Levera National Park. Nutmeg Processing Station and Dougaldston Estate at Gouyave. Grand Etang National Park. Leapers Hill in Sauteurs. Laura Herb and Spice Garden. Concord Falls, Woodlands Sugar Factory, Westerhall Estate Rum Distillery and River Antoine Rum Distillery. La Sagesse Natural Works. Morne Gazo Trail. Bon Accord Estate. Mt. Edgecombe Estate/Soap and Candle Production.

If you are looking for a special holiday on Grenada call us on 0845 2990410.

All prices displayed are per person and are subject to availability.
The prices displayed are "prices from" and are available at certain off peak times of the year or available on some late deals, cancellations and special offers. The lowest price may not always be available especially at peak holiday times such as Christmas, Easter or other public holidays. Our job as independent travel agents is to use our knowledge and experience to find you the best holiday at the best price we can. Please bear in mind that special Caribbean holiday deals can sometimes be available for a short time so when its gone its gone ! Please call us and we will check availability and prices for the date you wish to depart. The total cost of your holiday or flight will be confirmed to you before booking.

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