The nation of Grenada is made up of three islands. Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Grenada is the largest of the three, and St George's is the capital of Grenada. Famous for the production of spices, particularly nutmeg, the island is described as "One of the most beautiful and scenically varied islands in the Caribbean where mountains, crater lakes and rainforests give way to mangroves, stunning beaches with vibrant coral reefs and brilliant blue seas." Well, we didn't get to see a beach today, but we did get to go a little way up a mountain to visit Sunnyside Gardens, cos we were escorting.
So the ship docked at about 1pm, and we were straight off to find our buses. They don't use coaches in Grenada, only minivan type buses, which seat up to 19 people, although I don't think I would like to be in one that was full.
It was very hot, with the stunningly bright blue sky and white sun that you see in all the brochures (it's the Caribbean innit?). The drive up to the gardens was a little scary, as every time we passed a car going the other way, it felt like we were going to be forced off the road. I breathed in a lot.
The gardens were nice enough, made all the more interesting by our guide. He was the son of the owner and very knowledgable about the plants and the history of each one. He was also quite a character, he was so laid back we weren't sure if he was overflowing with the Caribbean relaxed attitude or Caribbean rum.
After the garden tour, we had time to ourselves so we went for a wander around the old bay.
We know of a german restaurant and bar there, which is upstairs and has a balcony overlooking the sea. We sat and enjoyed the view, watching the goings on of the public for some time. Very relaxing.
Tomorrow we get to visit two Caribbean islands, St Vincent in the morning and Bequai in the afternoon. Class eh?
So the ship docked at about 1pm, and we were straight off to find our buses. They don't use coaches in Grenada, only minivan type buses, which seat up to 19 people, although I don't think I would like to be in one that was full.
It was very hot, with the stunningly bright blue sky and white sun that you see in all the brochures (it's the Caribbean innit?). The drive up to the gardens was a little scary, as every time we passed a car going the other way, it felt like we were going to be forced off the road. I breathed in a lot.
The gardens were nice enough, made all the more interesting by our guide. He was the son of the owner and very knowledgable about the plants and the history of each one. He was also quite a character, he was so laid back we weren't sure if he was overflowing with the Caribbean relaxed attitude or Caribbean rum.
We know of a german restaurant and bar there, which is upstairs and has a balcony overlooking the sea. We sat and enjoyed the view, watching the goings on of the public for some time. Very relaxing.
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