Six Fun Things to Do in Grenada

By: - July 28th, 2013
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It’s time to discover Grenada if you haven’t already. One of the pearls of the Eastern Caribbean, this island of 110,000 people has it all: beaches, history and the charm of the unexplored. Here’s a list of six fun things to do in Grenada, whether you’re just arriving on a cruise for the day or planning an extended vacation.

Explore St George’s

St George’s is considered the most beautiful port of entry in the Caribbean for cruise visitors, and it lives up to the hype. The mountainous town is fully of history and beautiful Georgian architecture.

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Auberge Resorts Names General Manager for Anguilla's Malliouhana Hotel

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Kirani James Wins 400M in London

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