Grenada is the most southerly of the Windward Islands in the Caribbean and is affectionately known as ‘Spice Isle’ it is a tiny point on most world maps with an area of only 133 square miles. Grenada has a population of about 100,000, and is 21 miles long and 12 miles wide. Grenada has a great deal to offer its visitors in terms of hiking, exploring, sailing, diving and much more, so as well as so much to do Grenada will also intoxicate you with its charm.
A third of the world’s nutmeg is grown in Grenada as well as cloves and mace.
The people of Grenada delight in welcoming visitors to their island and are some of the most polite and friendly people you could wish to meet.There are about 45 beautiful beaches in Grenada, which is just one of the islands most attractive features; and which most visitors come just to enjoy.Grenada also boasts several fabulous waterfalls, with only a few of them known to the general public. Depending upon your fitness level, you can choose between a gentle stroll through a well tended garden to get to Annadale Falls; or, if you are feeling very energetic, a 20 minute hike through the rain forest to get to the Seven Sisters and Honeymoon Falls. There is also the neighbouring isle of Carriacou which is perfect for a day trip.
33rd Anniversary of Independence - February
5th Grenada Round the Island Easter Regatta - April
Grenada Carnival - July
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Temperatures (0c)
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Rainfall (cm)
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Hours of Sun
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January
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28
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10.2
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8
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February
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30
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6.6
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8
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March
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30
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7.1
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9
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April
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31
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6.9
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9
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May
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32
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12.2
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8
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June
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32
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20.5
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8
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July
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32
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22.7
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8
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August
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32
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25.7
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8
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September
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32
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22.3
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8
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October
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31
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20.3
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8
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November
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30
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20.7
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8
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December
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30
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16.1
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8
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Currency:
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Eastern Caribbean Dollar
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Visa’s:
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Not required for British Passport Holders
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Time Difference:
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GMT -4 Hours
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Capital:
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St Georges
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