The Grenadines
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Just a scattering of islands make up St Vincent in the North and The Grenadines in the South. A hotspot for Caribbean connoisseurs for it's luxurious hotels, exclusivity and beautiful scenery. All islands offer a laid back atmosphere which will help you to feel truly rejuvenated and the crystal clears waters are to die for!
Mustique - attracting its fair share of celebrities for gourmet restaurants, renowned Basil's Bar and the beautiful Macaroni Bay. Mustique offers some of the most luxurious hotels in the Caribbean.
Cotton House, Mustique
This hotel is a luxurious retreat offering its guests serenity, beauty and pampering. Created around an 18th Century sugar mill and coral warehouse by the late British Theatrical designer Oliver Messel, it oozes sophistication. Each of the 19 rooms, cottages and suites offer panoramic views of the brilliant white sand of Mustique and all come equipped with the finest amenities. Don't forget that the Cotton House's spa offers pampering and soothing treatments are also available to make your stay even more relaxing. Transfer details: 40 minute shared charter flight from Barbados, followed by a 5 minute transfer by road.
Raffles Resort, Canouan Island
The renowned Raffles Resort is a world of privelage and indulgence. Once you arrive a tropical paradise unfolds in the form of three pristine white sandy beaches. You have a choice of staying in the stylish rooms or spacious suites, eight of which can boast a private pool with supetb ocean views. Dining here is an experience in it's self, choose to eat in the elegant La Varenne to the easygoing Godahl Beach Bar & Grill, there is also contempary dining at the Euro-Italian cuisine at La Piazza and casual all day dining at poolside Jambu's. Raffles Resort also boasts the sumputous RafflesAmrita Spa, where two of the treatment Palapas are spectaulary set above the teeming waters of the coral reef. Transfer details: 40 minute shared charter flight from Barbados to Caouan, followed by a 15 minute transfer by road.
Palm Island, The Grenadines
Located on a private island, Palm Island certainly gives you that Robinson Crusoe feel, this tiny island is a dot in the ocean! A mile from Union Island and three miles from Tobago Cays, Palm Island shares it's tiny islet with just a scattering of private houses. Guest rooms and suites include five superb Island Lofts perched on stilts with high ceilings and the new Southern Cross suite with two bedrooms and an infinity-edge pool. Dining options consists of The Sunset Beach Restaurant and Bar which offers casual dining whilst the Royal Palm Restaurant offers a more intimate affair. On site facilities include tennis, swimming pool with cascading waterfalls, an open-air fitness room and complimentary watersports such as snorkelling, kayaking, sunfish sailing and windsurfing. Transfer details: 45 minute shared charter flight from Barbados to Union Island, followed by a 10 minute boat ride.
Young Island, The Grenadines
Young Island Resort is part of Exclusive Boutique Hotels and Traditional Resorts. Located just 200 yards from the shores of St Vincent, Young Island is a private island resort with just 30 cottage style rooms set amidst 35 acres of lush tropical vegetation. Informal and with a relaxed atmosphere Young Island is not for the pampered - but it is the perfect place to leave the real world behind with hammocks under thatched roofs for reading and napping in the shade. Deluxe Cottages are freestanding and have a sitting area in the bedroom. Deluxe cottages are higher on the hillside. Luxury Cottages have a bedroom with two queen beds, a sitting room, and a large terrace. They are high on the hillside with panoramic ocean views. Luxury Pool Suites are on the beach with a private plunge pool, and a king bed.
Tamarind Beach Hotel & Yacht Club
The Tamarind Beach Hotel & Yacht Club is situated on a long white sandy beach on the paradise island of Canouan. Set in the middle of the archipelago, the island is serene, peaceful and unspoiled, with luscious green hills and tranquil hiking trails surrounded by a glistening, emerald green sea. At the Tamarind, 43 newly renovated beachfront guestrooms, tastefully decorated with a tropical garden feel, provide breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. All rooms offer complete luxury, from spacious bathrooms to private patio or balcony. Two restaurants, 'The Palapa' an exotic open terrace featuring Caribbean cuisine, salads and authentic Italian pizzas and 'The Pirates Cove' serving informal snack meals, provide flexible dining.
Fact File
Flying time: 8 hours 45 minutes (direct to Barbados) plus onwards charter
Time difference: 4 hours behind GMT
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar, although the US Dollar is widely accepted
Recommened for:
- Exceptional white sandy beaches
- Perfect tranquility
- Watersports including diving, sailing and snorkelling
- Active sports including horse riding and hiking
Weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp (°C) | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 |
| Rainfall (inches) | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 5 |
