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Grenada
Travel Tips
Local time
Grenada, Carriacou & Petit Martinique are in the Atlantic Standard Time Zone, one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time and four hours behind GMT.
Electricity
Voltage is 220 volts - 50 cycles. Appliances rated at 110 volts (US standard) normally work satisfactorily with a transformer. Most hotels have standard British three prong plugs, and provide dual voltage shaver units. Bring an adapter plug for small appliances.
Its people
Grenadians are very enthusiasts and have a natural penchant for welcoming, socializing, cooking and celebrating. They are also protective of a local culture that has resulted from a long history of identity crisis. East Indian families uphold traditions and community ties, as the African Caribbean island majority does. However East Indians are viewed by some to own a disproportionately high number of businesses on the island and pay a disproportionately low wage. Stereotypes are changing, however, as the ethnic groups mix and inter-marry.
Food & Water
Food
Grenada’s Market Square offers seasonal local fruit, vegetables and spices. There are several super-markets, with a wide variety of produce. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruits and vegetables, milk, and dairy products are safe to eat.
Water
It is safe to drink. Bottled water is available.
Vaccines
None are required unless you are coming from an infected area within six days of arrival, then a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from all travellers over one year of age.
Shopping
Best buys include our spice baskets, locally made batiks and screen printed items, locally made perfumes and potpourris, local jams (especially nutmeg jam), jellies, syrups, local handicrafts, strawwork and paintings. Duty free stores exist in St. George’s, Grand Anse and at the airport, selling jewelry, alcohol, perfumes, crystal and other gift items.
Opening hours: 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, and 8am-1pm on Saturday. (Some shops close between 12 noon and 1pm.)
Tipping
There is an 8% Government Tax at hotels and restaurants. Most also add a 10% service charge. Additional gratuities are at your discretion.
Banks
Banking hours are generally Monday to Thursdays from 8 am to 2 p.m., and on Fridays from 8 am to 4 p.m. Banks in Grenada include First International Caribbean Bank, Grenada Co-operative Bank, RBTT Bank, Republic Bank and Scotia Bank.
Valid driver´s license
To obtain a local permit, a bona fide driving license must be presented at the local traffic department at the Central Police Station on the Carenage, the cost is EC$ 30. Most car rental firms issue local permits. Please note that driving is on the LEFT.
Emergency numbers
Police and Fire 911
Ambulance St George’s 434
St Andrews 724
Carriacou 774
Coast Guard 399
Grenada, Carriacou & Petit Martinique are in the Atlantic Standard Time Zone, one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time and four hours behind GMT.
Electricity
Voltage is 220 volts - 50 cycles. Appliances rated at 110 volts (US standard) normally work satisfactorily with a transformer. Most hotels have standard British three prong plugs, and provide dual voltage shaver units. Bring an adapter plug for small appliances.
Its people
Grenadians are very enthusiasts and have a natural penchant for welcoming, socializing, cooking and celebrating. They are also protective of a local culture that has resulted from a long history of identity crisis. East Indian families uphold traditions and community ties, as the African Caribbean island majority does. However East Indians are viewed by some to own a disproportionately high number of businesses on the island and pay a disproportionately low wage. Stereotypes are changing, however, as the ethnic groups mix and inter-marry.
Food & Water
Food
Grenada’s Market Square offers seasonal local fruit, vegetables and spices. There are several super-markets, with a wide variety of produce. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruits and vegetables, milk, and dairy products are safe to eat.
Water
It is safe to drink. Bottled water is available.
Vaccines
None are required unless you are coming from an infected area within six days of arrival, then a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from all travellers over one year of age.
Shopping
Best buys include our spice baskets, locally made batiks and screen printed items, locally made perfumes and potpourris, local jams (especially nutmeg jam), jellies, syrups, local handicrafts, strawwork and paintings. Duty free stores exist in St. George’s, Grand Anse and at the airport, selling jewelry, alcohol, perfumes, crystal and other gift items.
Opening hours: 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, and 8am-1pm on Saturday. (Some shops close between 12 noon and 1pm.)
Tipping
There is an 8% Government Tax at hotels and restaurants. Most also add a 10% service charge. Additional gratuities are at your discretion.
Banks
Banking hours are generally Monday to Thursdays from 8 am to 2 p.m., and on Fridays from 8 am to 4 p.m. Banks in Grenada include First International Caribbean Bank, Grenada Co-operative Bank, RBTT Bank, Republic Bank and Scotia Bank.
Valid driver´s license
To obtain a local permit, a bona fide driving license must be presented at the local traffic department at the Central Police Station on the Carenage, the cost is EC$ 30. Most car rental firms issue local permits. Please note that driving is on the LEFT.
Emergency numbers
Police and Fire 911
Ambulance St George’s 434
St Andrews 724
Carriacou 774
Coast Guard 399
