Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine January 2020 | Page 86

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Roam
Around
St. George
Grenada is an island of beautiful
contrasts. At any time of year,
one can enjoy crystal-clear blue
water on its many beaches or
on a sailing excursion, while on
the other hand, deep within
the island’s forests, you can
explore waterfalls and trek up
hilly terrain to verdant mountain
tops. Vacation itineraries can
be as diverse as you choose,
but you will find authenticity
at its very best, as Grenadians
are considered to be some of
the friendliest people in the
Caribbean. On this island, it is
safe, fun and family-friendly.
One of the things you will most
certainly enjoy is an unhurried
roam around downtown St.
George at the south of the
island. The bustling capital is the
commercial centre with banks,
government offices, shops,
churches and the colourful
local market, where you will be
sure to find cute souvenirs and
local spices, after all, Grenada
is known as “The Isle of Spice.”
Amidst the centre, you can
hike up to Fort George or hop
onto one of the local colourful
minibuses to drive you out of
the city to the surrounding
communities.
The St. George’s Carenage is a
picturesque scene, worthy of
post-cards. Take a casual stroll
on the walkway encasing this
natural, horseshoe-shaped
body of water and enjoy the
serenity it offers. In the offices
of the buildings that overlook
the Carenage, staff must find
calm when they gaze out the
windows during stressful days.
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That sight is serene as it is
beautiful.
Although hilly, it is relatively
easy to walk around the heart
of the city, popping into
shops and restaurants during
your exploration. Art shops, a
chocolate haven, local food, a
fort, a museum, a very old but
sill-in-use tunnel, a beautiful
Esplanade, where cruise ships
berth and souvenir shops
abound. Lively, friendly people,
the scent of spices wafting
through the air and beautiful
views. Words does not do it
justice.
You can easily just drive
through the heart of the city,
but you will have missed a
pleasurable experience that
you can only have on foot.
Grenada is indeed an island
of beautiful contrasts. Enjoy it.
Explore!