Written by Caribbean-based writer and photographer Paul Crask this new thoroughly updated
third edition of Bradt's Grenada Carriacou and Petite Martinique is the only standalone guide
available to this alluring Caribbean destination. With insider knowledge of the islands from
luxurious villas and resorts to pastoral villages and mountain trails Bradt's Grenada
Carriacou and Petite Martinique is rich in detail local colour and practical information and
offers detailed accommodation dining and activities listings as well as the author's own take
on how to maximise your stay. Whether you are into sailing scuba diving wrecks and reefs
kayaking through mangrove forests hiking mountain trails 'jumping-up' at carnival or
sampling vintage rums at historic distilleries and luxurious beachside resorts Bradt's Grenada
Carriacou and Petite Martinique is ideal for travellers of all kinds. This new edition covers
the many developments on the islands in the past few years. Investment in accommodation on
Grenada continues and the diversity of options is impressive: from the new Sandals resort to
the Rumboat Retreat a lodge that welcomes independent travellers as well as rum enthusiasts.
More airlines now fly directly to Grenada's Maurice Bishop International Airport and the annual
sailing regattas continue to attract a large international gathering. With easy access to and
from North America and Europe and with plenty of great accommodation and dining options
scenic Grenada offers a perfect blend of traditional island life with modern Caribbean living.
Grenada is a tri-island nation famed for its nutmeg and cocoa sailing regattas jaw-dropping
beaches and strong cultural traditions. The main island Grenada has a tall spine of forested
mountain ridges surrounded by rivers waterfalls and farmlands and the scenic coastline is
replete with secluded bays and anchorages. To the north at the southern tip of the Grenadines
island chain Carriacou and Petite Martinique are tranquil and beautiful. Noted for traditions
of Big Drum Dance and boat building both islands enjoy deserted beaches and coral reefs and
offer a warm and friendly welcome.
