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Grenada key facts

Airport

Point Salines International Airport (GND) is 11 km (8 miles) south of St George's.

Climate

Tropical. The dry season runs from January to May and the rainy season from June to December.

Credit Cards

Major credit cards are accepted at most establishments.

Customs Allowance

Passengers over 18 may import, duty-free, 200 cigarettes or 250 g tobacco articles; 1 quart of wine or spirits. There are no restrictions on the import and export of local or foreign currencies.

Electricity

220/240 volts AC, 50 Hz.

Health

Health facilities, hygiene and disease risk vary worldwide. You should take health advice about your specific needs as early as possible through either your general practitioner or a specialist clinic.

Language

English is spoken by all Grenada's inhabitants, but often sprinkled with local colloquialisms.

Passport

We can advise passport and visa requirements only for British and Irish passport holders at the time of booking. For non-British passport holders and for British passports endorsed in any way, requirements should be checked with the nearest relevant embassy.

Telephone

Grenada (country code 1 473) is linked to the US network.Public payphones take coins and cards, which you can purchase at the Cable & Wireless offices and other agents.

Tourist Information

Grenada Board of Tourism, PO Box 293, Burns Point, St George's, Grenada

www.grenada.org

Water

Bottled mineral water is recommended.