Developments in Grenada

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About Grenada

Spice Island

Lush Grenada was long overlooked in the Caribbean glamour stakes, and at one time you'd have been forgiven for only knowing it as the little island that got invaded by the USA.  However, recent years have seen a stratospheric rise in its fortunes, and today it is heralded as one of the regions great hot-spots.

Consequently property investment opportunities abound.  Property prices here still stand at a fraction of more established islands further north (other than the islands off Venezuala, Grenada is pretty much as far south as you can go in the Caribbean, and just 12 degrees from the equator), but are now rising rapidly.  The next two years are the time to invest in Grenada! 

A feast for the senses

Known as the Spice Island, and famed for forests fragrant with cinnamon, allspice, cocoa and nutmeg, Grenada is actually a three-island nation including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Carriacou is a mecca for scuba divers and snorkellers 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. 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. Every friday Gouyave enjoys fish friday - a vibrant street party based around stalls selling all variety of sea food.

The nearby historic River Antoine Rum Distillery is the Caribbean’s only water-powered mill still operating.

Take to the water

Sailing has long been an integral part of Grenada’s lifestyle. Visitors can hire from 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.  Active visitors can also sign up for whale- and dolphin-watching expeditions, and can kayak in the quiet waters of Egmont Harbour.