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Grenada Just Launched a Major New Voluntourism Program
It’s a growing industry trend: more and more travelers are looking for ways to connect more deeply to their destinations, with an eye toward making a positive impact on local communities. And that’s precisely the thinking behind the newest initiative …
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Grenada Continues Surging Tourism Growth
By the Caribbean Journal staff One of the Caribbean’s hottest destinations continues to surge. Grenada, which was named Caribbean Journal’s Destination of the Year in the 2017 Caribbean Travel Awards, has continued its surging performance with strong arrival growth so …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: The Waters of Carriacou
By the Caribbean Journal staff The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Careem Gilbert, who sent in this lovely shot of the waters off the island of Carriacou. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: On the Beach in Carriacou
By the Caribbean Journal staff The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Anne Campbell, who sent in this lovely shot of Hillsborough Beach on the Grenadian island of Carriacou. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? …
5 Little Islands to Visit in the Caribbean Right Now
We’ve made no secret in these pages of our love for tiny islands, the teeny, micro, minuscule places that overflow with melt-your-heart charm and carefree vibes. Because while some islands may have more hotels, more activities or just more square …
This Cruise Line Just Added a New Caribbean Island
A new addition By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The MV Adriana has added Carriacou to its cruise itinerary. The 350-passenger ship is expected to berth at Hillsborough, Carriacou on February 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The MV Adriana’s …
A Major New Caribbean Biodiversity Project
USAID launches initiative By the Caribbean Journal staff The United States Agency for International Development and The Nature Conservancy have launched a major new project aimed at protecting critical marine ecosystems in the Caribbean. USAID launched the $12.5 million Caribbean Marine Biodiversity …
Fighting Climate Change in Carriacou
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) has launched a climate change project in the boat-building community of Windward, Carriacou in Grenada. The government of Grenada and The Nature Conservancy have joined the UNEP in leadership …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Paradise Beach in Carriacou
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Ralph Hirsch, who sent in this snapshot he took of Paradise Beach on the island of Carriacou in Grenada. Do you have a great photo of the Caribbean? Send it to …
Grenada Building Reverse Osmosis Plants on Carriacou, Petite Martinique
Above: Carriacou By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada’s government is building reverse osmosis desalination plants on the islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The projects are being funded by the CARICOM Climate Change Centre, and Mark Bynoe, an environmental economist …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: On the Beach in Carriacou
This week’s Caribbean Photo of the Week comes from reader Emma Lewis, who photographed local youths practicing for the annual regatta at Paradise Beach on the Grenadian island of Carriacou. Do you have a great photo of the Caribbean? Send …
Marina Project Relaunching in Carriacou
Above: Carriacou By the Caribbean Journal staff The Tyrell Bay Marina project has relaunched in Grenada. Grenada’s government said the project aims to be a “world-class, full-service marina resort” on the island of Carriacou, one of three islands that make …
Grenada to Launch Wind Energy Project on Island of Carriacou
Above: wind farms, like that in Nevis, are becomingly increasingly popular in the Caribbean (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada will launch a wind energy project on the island of Carriacou in partnership with the European Union and …
Grenada Starts Poverty Reduction Project in Carriacou, Petite Martinique
By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada’s government has launched a plan aimed at reducing poverty on the islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The programme, dubbed the Grenada Market Access and Rural Enterprise Development Programme, seeks to reduce rural poverty …
Japan Funds Project to Help Farmers in Grenada’s Carriacou, Petite Martinique
By the Caribbean Journal staff Japan’s government is funding a World Bank project to help farmers in Grenada’s islands of Petite Martinique and Carriacou. The project seeks to help local farmers cope with fluctuations in weather, the global financial crisis …
Grenada Considers New Port in Carriacou
Above: the meeting at the Hotel Laurena By the Caribbean Journal staff With the condition of the Hillsborough Jetty deteriorating, Grenada is considering a plan to develop a new port facility in Carriacou. Ambrose Phillip, general manager of the Grenada …
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