Known as "The Spice of the Caribbean," visitors will be enticed by the sweet scents of nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger and vanilla wafting on the balmy breeze. In fact, there are more spices in Grenada per square mile than anywhere else on the planet! Nutmeg is the most abundant spice, and Grenada produces about a third of the world's supply. Grenada is of volcanic origin and at 12 degrees north and 61 degrees west of Greenwich is the most southerly of the Windward Islands chain of Islands in the Lesser Antilles. The island of Grenada is 21 x 12 miles at its longest and widest points and is 344 sq. kilometers in overall area.
It was sighted by Christopher Columbus in the year 1498. At the time, the island was inhabited by Carib Indians who were later subdued by French invaders. The island was colonized by both France and Great Britain. After 300 years of colonialism it became an independent state in 1974 obtaining full nationhood from Great Britain. The island remains a member of the British Commonwealth and is a constitutional Monarchy.
Grenada's capital, St. George's, is known as the most picturesque city in the Caribbean. Its horseshoe-shaped harbor is surrounded by a pastel rainbow of dockside warehouses and the red-tiled roofs of traditional shops and homes. Rich in English, French and West Indian history, St. George's is filled with beautiful well-preserved examples of French and British Colonial architecture.
Average temperatures range from 75'F to 85'F (24'C to 30'C), tempered by the steady and cooling trade winds. The lowest temperatures occur between November and February. Due to Grenada's remarkable topography, the island also experiences climate changes according to altitude. The driest season is between January and May. Even during the rainy season, from June to December, it rarely rains for more than an hour at a time and generally not every day.
As for cuisine, you can indulge in some of the most exciting in the region, from native Grenadian fare, made from the fresh bountiful produce that is found in the bustling markets, to some of the finest creations in international cuisine. West Indian cuisine is of course popular, with restaurants featuring creative local cuisine such as callaloo soup, a variety of fresh local seafood, and meats prepared with a true West Indian flare.
There are many things to do, such as "Taking an island tour, snorkeling, hiking, diving, whale watching, fishing, visit to historic forts, or special events such as Carnival, Independence celebrations, Bill fish tournament, Yacht racing, Carriacou Regatta, Maroon Music Festival and much more.