The Grenadines and in particular Mustique and Canouan are
laid-back islands, which are adored by the rich and famous for
their seclusion and privacy.
Possessing some of the most coveted
cruising grounds of the Caribbean they are also the perfect place
to charter a yacht, exploring isolated beaches and enjoying
romantic moonlit evenings.
Flying time: 8 hours
30 minutes to Barbados with onward connections of about 45
minutes.
Time difference: GMT -4hrs
Getting there: Direct services operate to
Barbados with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, with onward
connections to the Grenadine Islands on shared or private
charters.
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar, which is
tied to the US Dollar.
Vaccinations: Precautions for tetanus, typhoid,
diphtheria and hepatitis A are recommended - please contact your
doctor for up-to-date information.
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time to visit: The driest period is from
January to May and there is increased rainfall in the summer and
towards the end of the year from June to December. Like all
Caribbean Islands, The Grenadines can be affected by hurricanes,
which are most likely to develop between June and November.