VISIT GRENADA

Why did I return to Grenada? Because after the first time I was immediately hooked, because it’s where my husband is originally from which immediately made it feel even more like home. But here’s a few more reasons why I think Grenada is one of the Caribbean’s
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So often when I bring up Grenada, I realize people confuse it for Granada in Spain.

CONVENIENCE: Like most of the Caribbean, it’s super convenient to get to. Over the past few
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SPICES & CHOCOLATE: Known as the spice island for
GRAND ANSE BEACH: A lovely stretch of white sand, this is the best beach in Grenada and there’s always a private corner even when it gets packed- which it doesn’t really. Since there are

WATER ACTIVITIES: You can go sailing, sunset sailing is especially beautiful with a charter company like Savvy Sailing. Besides sailing, there’s snorkeling, diving and visiting the worlds first underwater sculpture park at Moliniere Bay. or you can try to hitch a ride on one of the local fishermen’s boats.
EAT OIL DOWN: Don’t be turned off by the name, Grenada’s national dish has to be one of the most authentic displays of a One Pot Dish- almost every single local fave is part of this one pot dish. It often includes salted meat, chicken, dumplings, breadfruit, callaloo – made from young dasheen leaves and other vegetables. The whole thing is stewed in coconut milk, herbs and spices to add even more flavor. This is often made Sundays only. I remember asking for it on
TAKE COLORFUL PHOTOS: Not adding much here, as pictures are worth a thousand words. Nuff said.







Brittany
I wholeheartedly agree with Lashonda. These posts are life giving! Especially as I’m sitting in snowy Nebraska. Keep ’em coming, Cyn
simplycyn
Thanks so much, really appreciate the comment.
simplycyn
Yay!!!! Thanks guys!
Raquel Fleming
I was born and raised in Grenada and I do agree it’s one of the Caribbeans’ best kept secrets. I was smiling from ear to ear while I was reading your experiences and the wonderful things you had to say about my island. Thank you and I wish you many more wonderful trips to come.
simplycyn
Oh, this makes me so happy. Thanks so much for the kind words and I can’t wait to return
Lashonda
Your blog is pure perfection and your photographs are so editorial, I often visit when I feel the need to see the beauty of the world.