Why Grenada
The Spice of
The Caribbean
Beautiful
Grenada, known as the ‘Spice Isle’, is one of the most beautiful and lush islands in the West Indies.
Unspoilt
Grenada’s dramatic scenery, tropical rain forests, waterfalls and golden beaches will appeal to visitors from around the world.
Exotic
Tourism is a recent phenomenon here, so you will find many deserted beaches and enchanting scenery.
Education
St. George’s University offers medical and veterinary medical degrees and degrees in the sciences, public health, and business.
Food
Grenada’s national dish is called “Oil down”. It is a simple, delicious and robust dish. It’s a hearty onepot meal of salted meat, chicken, dumplings, breadfruit, callaloo
Pure Spices
Grenada is the ‘Spice Isle’ of the Caribbean. Nutmeg and mace production has been part of Grenada’s history for over 100 years. The island was the second major international exporter in the world.
Pure Diving
Grenada has than fifty sites scuba diving sites offer something special for every diving enthusiast. One of our most popular snorkeling sites is an underwater sculpture park in Molinere
Fast Facts
About Grenada
- Location: 12.07° North 61.40° West
- Capital: St. George's (est. pop. 37,057)
- Area: 3 islands, 133 sq. miles total (344 km2 )
- Language: English
- Time Zone: UTC-4
- Climate: Tropical - avg. temperature of 75oF (24oC)
- Population: 110,000
- Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollars (XCD)
- National Holiday: 7 February (1974, Independence Day)