How to Have Some Exciting Experiences with Grenada Holidays
by Amanda Sutcliffe Travel DealsAn island
country comprising the main island and six smaller islands, Grenada is located
in the Caribbean Sea. Owing to its large-scale cultivation of mace and nutmeg
crops, it has been nicknamed as the 'Island of Spice'. This island was first
discovered by Christopher Columbus in the late-15th century when the Italian
explorer made his 3rd voyage to the Americas. The first to settle in this
island nation were the French, but it was later ceded to the British. Grenada
became independent in the year 1974 and became one of the sought-after tourist
destinations over the years.
The best
time to spend your holidays in Grenada
is during the month of December, as this is the shoulder season and you can expect
the hotels to offer some attractive deals on accommodations. However, you'll
have to be prepared for the possibility of a storm and encountering a sizeable
number of tourists. The period between January and April witnesses a heavy
influx of tourists and it is advisable to book your holidays or hotel stays
several months in advance if you want to visit during these months. You can get
some unbelievable deals on hotel accommodations if you visit between the months
of May and November as it is a low season. However, it is also the rainiest
with the possibility of hurricanes.
During your
Grenada holidays, you'll get the
opportunity to explore its popular attractions. One of them is Grand Anse
Beach, which is a favourite of the cruise travellers and the most famous in
this island destination. St George's, the capital city, is also a wonderful
place to be in while getting around in this archipelagic Caribbean country. If
you're an expert diver or snorkeler, you can witness the spectacular Underwater
Sculpture Park. This is a unique gallery located underwater with numerous
sculptures created by the renowned British sculptor, Jason deCaires Taylor.
While
enjoying your holidays
in Grenada, you can also indulge in some thrilling outdoor
activities. With more than 30 dive sites to choose from in this part of the
world, you'll truly enjoy scuba diving in the waters that surround the islands.
You can get to the Grand Etang National Park, where you can enjoy hiking the 7
Sisters Waterfalls. The pool created by the waterfalls is also excellent for
enjoying a refreshing swim. With the kayaking tours, you can explore the
islands from the sea and witness the mangroves, and different kinds of flora
and fauna.
Your
holiday in this island nation would allow you to try some of the delicious
varieties of the local cuisine. One of them is Oil Down, the national dish of
Grenada. It is a filling meal prepared using salted meat, fish, chicken or
crayfish along with several vegetables like sweet potato, callaloo and green
fig. Another savoury treat is the Cou Cou Pois, which is made using corn flour
and vegetables cooked slowly until the entire mixture becomes smooth and stiff.
If you love sweets, you can relish the Coconut Drops, Coconut Fudge, or the
Nutmeg Fudge.
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