Taking cruise is a fun filled way of seeing new things and exploring other countries. In this blog I will explain why the Caribbean in particular Grenada is one of the best islands to visit this summer or year round.
1.Your Vacation is not complete without a visit to the Sister isles of Grenada.
Not only are Carriacou and Petite Martinique easily accessible from Grenada, but they both offer visitors a unique, off-the-radar experience since there are no large resorts or crowded beaches. Visitors will find rows of locally built boats on its shores with boat-building techniques dating back to the 19th century. The islands’ locals have their own traditions separate from Grenada with their own annual festivals such as Carriacou Carnival on February 12, Petite Martinique Whitsuntide Regatta on June 2 and Carriacou Regatta from August 4-7
2.There is nothing quite like the annual SpiceMas Carnival “Pure Mas”
The most anticipated event of the year, SpiceMas transforms the island of Grenada into a spectacle of all things culture, splendor and surprise. Belonging only to Grenadian culture, Jab Jabs are people who walk and dance through the streets wearing a horned headpiece covered in black oil. This masquerade takes place early Monday morning and goes through to Monday Night Mas where party goers in bright t-shirts wave light sticks and dance through the streets well into the night. The week climaxes with parades of the explosively colorful mas bands, calypso and soca competitions along with a frenzy of steel pan music. Spectators and participants alike feel the energy on the streets and through the veins of the island.
3.There are 15 breathtaking waterfalls to enjoy
Waterfalls in Grenada can be extremely accessible such as the Concord Falls just feet away from the road, or a bit more difficult to reach such as Mt. Carmel Waterfall’s 30-minute hike through plantation fields. Each has its own unique beauty with pools to swim in and exquisite flora and fauna surrounding it.
4. It’s a chocolate lover’s paradise
Cocoa production in Grenada is done carefully with an organic, “tree to bar” process. The Grenada Chocolate Company started this business model in 1999 where the cocoa grew in the same place it was processed, allowing for the co-operative to do its own fermenting with fresh beans. Since then, many more producers of chocolate opened up sustainable and ethical businesses which are available for visitors to tour and taste the variety of the dark chocolate produced.
5. It’s spice production is infused in the cuisine
Producing some of the best herbs, vegetables and spices in the Caribbean, Grenada’s cuisine is uniquely its own and ranges from wholesome savory dishes to sweet treats infused with the island’s nutmeg and cocoa. The national dish, oil down, consists of stew made with salted meat, breadfruit, dumplings, turmeric, and callaloo all steamed in coconut milk. To top off any meal, nutmeg ice cream is a popular dessert option.
whether you take a Caribbean cruise or a plane for your vacation, the Caribbean (Grenada) is one of the best island to visit.
** I've attached a link below to show you some of the Gems of the island.
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