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Explore the Grenadines
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MUSTIQUE: Mustique is a gem measuring 3 by 1.5 miles and is privately owned. This Grenadine isle has long attracted the elite of the world, including British royalty. Cotton House, a 18th century plantation house, has been converted into the island's only resort. Many attractive villas are available for rental through the Moustique Company. One of the most popular beaches on the island is on the eastern coast at Macaroni Bay, while the western coast is perfect for snorkeling at Lagoon Bay, Britannia Bay and Endeavour Bay. |
TOBAGO CAYS: South of Canouan are the Tobago Cays, numerous islets guarded by some of the most spectacular reefs in the world. The brilliant white sand, the colored waters and the marine life create a rare tropical paradise that can be reached only by yacht. A natural Marine Park is being developed here. Petit Rameau, Barabel, Petit Bateau and Jamesby offer you the opportunity of swimming, snorkeling or beachcomb in a complete seclusion. |
| UNION ISLAND: Union Island features the highest peak in the Grenadines, Mount Parnassus, 900 ft. from the sea. This island is the stopping point for yachtsmen, Clifton Harbor, the main town is small and commercial, it is from here that many of the day charters pick up their passengers for aquatic adventures in the Grenadines. |
PALM ISLAND: Palm Island is just over a mile from Union Island. Is privately owned and is surrounded by five sparkling beaches, one of the favorites is Casuarina Beach, which runs the entire length of this island. |
| MAYREAU: Mayreau is one of the smallest Grenadines, 1.5 sqm., it is privately owned with few residents and can be reached by boat from Union Island. Salt Whistle Bay is considered as the Caribbean beach dream come true. |
| PETIT ST. VINCENT: PSV is not far away from Palm Island. Almost identical in size (113 acres), this island offers stunning beaches and loving attention by the owner. Guest and visitors who look for some exceptional swimming and snorkeling can visit two idyllic sandbars, Punaise and Mopion, located just offshore. |
BEQUIA: Bequia lies 9 miles south of St. Vincent and is the largest of the Grenadines. The main port of entry is in Admiralty Bay at Port Elisabeth. The town is built along the water and into the gentle hills surrounding it. This island still retain the old tradition of boat building, whaling and fishing. The waterfront of Port Elisabeth is lined with bars, restaurants and craft shops. Bequia is encircled by beaches, excellent for sailing, scuba and snorkeling. |
YOUNG ISLAND: The entire island comprises one resort. You can snorkel and scuba off the spectacular white sand beaches. Adjoining Young Island is the 18th century Fort Duvernette, sculpted from an enormous rock, 200ft. above the sea. |
CANOUAN: Canouan is a dry island of rounded hills with a barrier reef that runs along the Atlantic side of the island. 900 ft tall Mount Mahoult, "Maho", is the highest point on the island. A ridge with spectacular views runs the southern end of the island with sea on both sides. Beautiful white sand beaches line two bays, Glossy and Friendship, on the southern side. Flowering cactus adorn the hillsides of Canouan. It is 25 miles south of St. Vincent and 11 miles south of Mustique. |
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