North America

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

A volcanic main island and a string of small sailing islands to the south.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines stretches from the green, mountainous main island down a chain of small islands popular with sailors. Saint Vincent has La Soufrière volcano, black-sand beaches and the Botanical Gardens in Kingstown, among the oldest in the Americas. To the south, Bequia's Admiralty Bay, Mustique, Mayreau and the Tobago Cays, with turtles and reef-protected water, are the highlights.

Life moves slowly, around ferries, boats and beach bars serving grilled fish, roast breadfruit and local rum. Many visitors explore by yacht, but inter-island ferries and small planes make it possible without one. December to May is the dry season; September and October carry the highest storm risk.

Best time to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

January, February, March, April, December.

Places to visit in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

• The Grenadines: A chain of small islands south of St Vincent, from easy-going Bequia to the reef-ringed Tobago Cays and exclusive Mustique.

Essentials

• Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
• Language: English; Vincentian Creole widely spoken
• Plugs: Type G, 230 V
• Driving: Left side
• Time zone: UTC−4
• Tipping: 10% where no service charge has been added
• Getting around: Ferries between the islands; minibuses and taxis on Saint Vincent
• Entry: Check the official rules for your passport before booking

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