Granada in winter is pure Caribbean bliss, whether lounging on a golden beach or enjoying the rhythms of the island's music and cuisine, Grenada is the perfect antidote to the winter blues.
Our base for one week was the Royalton Grenada set on Magazine beach on the island's southwest coast. Conveniently located minutes from the Grenada Maurice Bishop International Airport but with very little aircraft noise whilst there. It's a great hotel in a great location.
We had a lovely room (13302) with a stunning ocean view. However, everywhere you go requires steps (98 to our room) and no lifts. So some guests may have accessibility concerns but it kept us fit after drinking all those delicious cocktails!
We found a great spot on the beach with amazing views. It was a bit tricky getting into the water in places due to the shallow water reef and crashing waves but fun and a lovely temperature once in.
There was a red flag during our entire stay so, unfortunately, Phil didn't get the chance to spend any time on the Hobie but we both enjoyed Aquafit with Kelton and Jeremy. Full of energy and enthusiasm.
For lunch we ventured to the open-air eatery Nibbles. The jerk chicken buffalo wings and Mudslide cocktails were amazing.
On our second evening we booked Grazie, the resort's Italian restaurant. We walked along a meandering path draped with oleander, jasmine and bourgainvillea to the chorus of chirping frogs. The tiny whistling frog (eleutherodactylus johnstoni) is native to Grenada and serves as a musical backdrop on the warm evening nights. The grounds native tropical landscaping was lush, stunning and very well maintained.
We also spied big white birds in a tree. Have you ever been out walking and something amazing catches your attention. Great white egrets in a tree.
And if, like me, you can't get enough of sunsets, Grenada doesn't disappoint.
We enjoyed good food, drinks and entertainment including live music, shows and dancing. Also wonderful friendly staff.
Great place to relax and work on our tans.
