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Grenada
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Getting There
Grenada
Getting There by Air
The main airlines serving Grenada are British Airways (BA) (website: www.britishairways.com), which offers a direct flight from London; and American Airlines (website: www.aa.com).
Approximate Flight Times
From London to Grenada is 10 hours, and from New York is 7 hours (including stopovers).
Main Airports
Grenada International Airport (Point Salines) (GND) is 11km (8 miles) south of St George’s. To/from the airport: Taxis are available. Facilities: Duty-free shops, bureaux de change, car hire, book shop, bar, cafe, restaurants, tourist information and VIP lounge.
Departure Tax
EC$50 per adult, payable in cash (local currency only). EC$25 for children five to 12 years of age. Children under five are exempt.
Getting There by Water
Main ports: St George’s, considered the most picturesque port in the Caribbean, is a port of call for many cruise lines. Around 70% of tourist arrivals are cruise-ship passengers. There is a daily shuttle boat service to Carriacou and Petite Martinique; boats can be hired for access to Isle de Ronde. Check at a local tourist office for times and fares.
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Getting There by Air
The main airlines serving Grenada are British Airways (BA) (website: www.britishairways.com), which offers a direct flight from London; and American Airlines (website: www.aa.com).
Approximate Flight Times
From London to Grenada is 10 hours, and from New York is 7 hours (including stopovers).
Main Airports
Grenada International Airport (Point Salines) (GND) is 11km (8 miles) south of St George’s. To/from the airport: Taxis are available. Facilities: Duty-free shops, bureaux de change, car hire, book shop, bar, cafe, restaurants, tourist information and VIP lounge.
Departure Tax
EC$50 per adult, payable in cash (local currency only). EC$25 for children five to 12 years of age. Children under five are exempt.
Getting There by Water
Main ports: St George’s, considered the most picturesque port in the Caribbean, is a port of call for many cruise lines. Around 70% of tourist arrivals are cruise-ship passengers. There is a daily shuttle boat service to Carriacou and Petite Martinique; boats can be hired for access to Isle de Ronde. Check at a local tourist office for times and fares.
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