The island of Grenada in the Caribbean is also known as the 'Spice Island' because spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon are grown there. If you ever have the opportunity, visit the tropical gardens in Grenada to walk along paths strewn with nutmeg shells. You will be accompanied by the most wonderful scents of the crushed nutmeg as you walk through a Garden of Eden.
Grenada is covered with lush vegetation from the mountain tops almost down to the shore. Explore rain forest where creepers and vines interweave the trees, and streams and waterfalls create cool refreshing pools.
There are long sandy beaches and coves where people are few and far between. Visit Great Anse Beach where the sands shelve gently into the aquamarine sea. Go for boat trips to explore the island or if you're a diver you will simply adore the coral reefs. Rent a car and explore the island; the colourful towns, and villages where children play cricket on the green.
Time moves at a slower pace in Grenada. Enjoy your cocktails on the verandah overlooking the sea and laze with the best.
For a trip to remember, visit the Grenadines, a string of small white sand islands to the north of Grenada where coral reefs are in waters of less than 6ft. It is possible to stand and watch the brilliantly coloured shoals of fish swim past your feet. You can get there by boat and small plane. The journey and scenery across the turquoise waters is unforgettable.