Practical information Grenada

170  sq.mi

Between 9 and 12 hrs, depending on which connections you choose. Saint George's is approximately 4,360 mi from London.

89500 hab.

There are about 5.5 miles between Point Salines international airport and Saint George's. Allow about 20 mins by bus (about 1,5 euros) and 10 mins by taxi (about 11 euros).

It is recommended to take some precautions to avoid thefts. Avoid walking in isolated areas as soon as night falls, and do not expose valuable items such as cameras or jewellery. Grand Anse (especially the beach) and Lagoon areas, south of Saint George's, are unfortunately reputed for tourist assaults at night. Sailors must also be watchful and should avoid leaving the boats without any supervision, especially in Saint George's.

English is the official language. A French-African dialect is also spoken by some inhabitants.

For European citizens, a valid passport is sufficient.

Almost 60 % of the population is Catholic. Followed by Anglicans (13 %) and Protestant cults (about 30 %) such as the Seventh-Day Adventists.

The currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD).
£1 Sterling = 3.95 XCD.
Most hotels and restaurant accept US Dollars but the exchange rate is better with the local currency.
Travellers cheques and most international credit cards are accepted.
You will find ATM machines located near banks, which are open from Monday to Thursday, from 8:00am to 3:00pm, and until 5:00pm on Fridays.

Minibuses, present on the entire island, represent the cheapest way to get around and at the same time you can discover the culture and lifestyle of its inhabitants. But you don't have to be in a hurry because most of them only leave once the bus is full! Taxis also drive all around the island, but it will be a lot more costly. Rates are fixed: allow about 2 euros per mile for 10 miles, and 1,5 euros beyond that. Renting a car gives you more freedom but remember that people drive on the left and roads are fairly dangerous (buses go fast and there are many bends). There is no age limit to rent a car but it is required to buy a local license at the car rental agency (about 12 euros). Boats offer a crossing from one island to another or rides around Grenada. Among the many companies, you should compare the rates and services. You can also rent sailing boats and motorboats.
Accommodation options:
Other than hotels, you will find appartment rentals and rooms for rent in local homes. There are no campsites to go camping, but camping is authorised in the Grand Etang National Park. You must ask the permission at the park entrance.

No particular vaccine is required, except for travellers who have been in a country affected by yellow fever in the past six months(certain countries in South America and South Africa). In this case, a vaccination against yellow fever is required. In the country, favour bottled drinking water. For medical reimbursement, you need to have personal medical insurance.

Voltage is 220 V. An adaptor is not necessary.

400,000 tourists come spend their holidays in Grenada every year among which 285,000 are on cruise ships.

Restaurant and hotel bills generally include 8 % for taxes, 10 % for the service. If this is not the case, leave a tip of 10 %.

To call Grenada from the UK: 00 (international) + 473 (Grenada's code) + personal number.
To call the UK from Grenada: 011 (overseas) + 44 (area code for France) + personal number you wish to call, without the first 0.