A world-famous underwater sculpture park in Grenada is getting 31 new additions. The Grenada Tourism Authority unveiled the sculptures on August 25. The additions are an extension of a project started by artist Jason deCaires Taylor in 2006 when the park opened. In addition to Taylor’s sculptures, local artist Troy Lewis contributed four pieces to… Continue reading Molinière Underwater Sculpture Park Expansion Honors Art & Sustainability In Grenada
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Grenada Readies For Its Annual Carnival In August
From Aug. 1 to Aug. 15, the island of Grenada will present its visitors with its beloved carnival. Spicemas (also known as Spice Mas), is bringing the sweet sounds of calypso and soca music. Thousands of Grenadians and tourists flock to the island every year for the island’s signature event. It’s a cultural festival that… Continue reading Grenada Readies For Its Annual Carnival In August
A Taste Of “Oildown,” The National Dish of Grenada
Oildown may be a curious name for a meal, but Grenada’s national dish is packed with flavor. The name refers to the coconut milk used in cooking, according to Faraway Worlds. The milk creates an oily layer on the surface of the stew. It either absorbs into the ingredients or settles at the bottom. This… Continue reading A Taste Of “Oildown,” The National Dish of Grenada
Discover 6 Cheap Islands To Visit Around The World
A tropical island vacation with soft white sand, soothing waves, and swaying palm trees is the stuff of many people’s fantasies. Island getaways are fun for people of many interests, whether they prefer lounging by the water with a beverage in hand or exploring the jungle and riding waves. However, that doesn’t mean island getaways… Continue reading Discover 6 Cheap Islands To Visit Around The World
Check Out These Caribbean Islands That Aren’t Often Impacted By Hurricanes
School is almost out, and summer is nearly here. You want to visit the Caribbean, but you’re concerned about hurricanes. This fear is understandable, considering the terrifying strength of some hurricanes that have impacted the region. No Caribbean hurricane has brought as much death and destruction as The Great Hurricane of 1780. According to History,… Continue reading Check Out These Caribbean Islands That Aren’t Often Impacted By Hurricanes
As Summer Vacation Looms, Florida Experiences Impact of Sargassum Seaweed
Few are surprised when they encounter a bit of seaweed floating in the ocean, or washed up on the beach. But the overabundance of sargassum has caused issues in recent years. National Geographic explains, “since 2011, vast quantities have washed up on Caribbean coastlines, from the Lesser Antilles to Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula.” Now, experts note,… Continue reading As Summer Vacation Looms, Florida Experiences Impact of Sargassum Seaweed
Former British Colonies Press King Charles III For An Apology For Slavery And More
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II last September, Britain can pen a new chapter under King Charles III. Regarding the question of slavery reparations, will he do what his predecessors didn’t? Or will he turn a blind eye? On May 6, at London’s Westminster Abbey, the king will be crowned in a lavish ceremony.… Continue reading Former British Colonies Press King Charles III For An Apology For Slavery And More
American Airlines To Relaunch Popular Flights To Grenada
American Airlines has announced that it is due to relaunch another route this year, offering travelers more flights to Grenada. The airline will resume its popular Charlotte-Grenada route in March, with service set to run from March 5 through April 30, and then once again from June 14 to August 13. The route will be operating… Continue reading American Airlines To Relaunch Popular Flights To Grenada
Experience The Real Grenada Through Tri-Island Chocolate Factory And Cultural Tours
Tri-Island is the first open-to-the-public ‘tree-to-bar’ chocolate factory in Grenada. Centrally located in the heart of St George’s, Tri-Island’s memorable tours have attracted many to the island to learn about cocoa and other locally sourced produce. Offering a chance to experience and appreciate all aspects of the chocolate making process, Tri-Island Chocolate invites guests to… Continue reading Experience The Real Grenada Through Tri-Island Chocolate Factory And Cultural Tours
Inside Black-Owned Aviate Inn Coming To Orlando Apopka Airport In March
Lusia “Lu” Donovan and her husband are the owners of the Black-owned Aviate Inn, a unique new accommodation experience that will be coming to the Orlando Apopka Airport March 1. Born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky and St. Georges, Grenada respectively, the couple met in the Detroit Metropolitan Airport and soon discovered their shared love for travel.… Continue reading Inside Black-Owned Aviate Inn Coming To Orlando Apopka Airport In March
Grenadian Marine Biologist And Dive Master Shares Her Favorite Diving Spots
Reene Smith is a marine biologist and PADI dive master assistant. Growing up on the small Caribbean island of Grenada, The 26-year-old has always been passionate about the marine environment. “This small island is made up of pristine white and black sand beaches with amazing aquatic ecosystems, from wetlands to coral reefs, that create habitats… Continue reading Grenadian Marine Biologist And Dive Master Shares Her Favorite Diving Spots
Meet Chenoa Laurencin: The Founder Of Chenoa Can Cook
For all of us, food is required to sustain life. But for some people, like Chenoa Laurencin, founder of Chenoa Can Cook, food is a lifestyle. It provides a means to communicate when words are insufficient. It nurtures and inspires. It brings all kinds of people together, but Chenoa’s food is, above all, a love… Continue reading Meet Chenoa Laurencin: The Founder Of Chenoa Can Cook
Sandals Resorts Is Rewarding Caribbean Olympians With Free Luxury Vacations
There’s a lot of intense training and commitment that goes into becoming an elite athlete who makes it to the pinnacle of your sport, and Sandals Resorts realizes that. Now try attaining that level of excellence during a pandemic where preparation was disrupted, some struggled with mental health challenges and feelings of isolation during lockdown,… Continue reading Sandals Resorts Is Rewarding Caribbean Olympians With Free Luxury Vacations
Visiting The Spice Isle? Here’s A Local’s Ultimate Guide To Grenada
Grenada is the southernmost Eastern Caribbean country in the Antilles archipelago. But the Spice Isle — a nod to its bountiful nutmeg plantations — is actually the mainland, surrounded by a smattering of smaller islands. Like many of its neighbors, Grenada’s miles of white sand, turquoise waters, natural reserves, waterfalls, and cuisine are standouts for… Continue reading Visiting The Spice Isle? Here’s A Local’s Ultimate Guide To Grenada
Meet Kinnard Blache: Grenada’s First Cruise Ship Navigator
Born and raised in Grenada, 32-year-old Kinnard Blache is the first Grenadian cruise ship navigator. If you’ve ever taken a cruise, you may have noticed many Caribbean nationals working on board the ship, in the hotel department and other areas. However, it is extremely rare to see a ship navigator from the Caribbean, let alone… Continue reading Meet Kinnard Blache: Grenada’s First Cruise Ship Navigator