About The Grenadines

St Vincent is the biggest island in the St Vincent & The Grenadines archipelago, consisting of 32 islands, most of which are uninhabited. The island has a mountainous terrain with dense rainforests and black sand beaches. As an active volcano island, it has limited flat ground, and its capital, Kingstown, is a bustling town with cobblestone streets. The Soufriere Volcano is around 4,049 ft tall and one side of the island has a rough coastline while the other side boasts numerous beaches and bays. A majority of the beaches on the island, around 95%, have black sand.

The overall land area of St Vincent & The Grenadines measures a little over 150 square miles, with St Vincent covering 132 square miles of that area. This gives an indication of how small the other islands are in comparison. Out of the 32 islands in the Grenadines, only nine are inhabited, including Bequia, Canouan, Mayreau, Mustique, Palm Island, Petit St Vincent, Union Island, and Young Island, in addition to St Vincent. Canouan is the only island in the Grenadines with a golf course and high-end villas, which are exceptional.

Why Visit The Grenadines

Exploring the different islands is an excellent chance that should not be missed. The region’s persistent Caribbean trade winds and the multitude of islands to discover lure many yachting enthusiasts to St Vincent & The Grenadines. To experience the islands at their best, consider renting a yacht or catamaran. Moreover, there are some incredibly stylish places to stay on Mustique, Canouan, Palm Island, Petit St Vincent, and Young Island.

While in The Grenadines

If you’re in St Vincent, visit the botanic gardens. St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in Kingstown is not to be missed; it is architecturally dramatic – built using volcanic black sand bricks. Playing the golf course on the island of Canouan is a must if you’re anywhere near. Visit Tobago Cays… they are gorgeous islands.

There are nine inhabited islands in the Grenadines for visitors to choose from, including Bequia, Canouan, Mayreau, Mustique, Palm Island, Petit St Vincent, Union Island, and Young Island. Palm Island, Petit St Vincent, and Young Island are privately owned and provide high-end lodging options.

In Bequia, there is a wide range of accommodation options, such as apartments, guest houses, villas, and hotels, with most located in the Port Elizabeth, Belmont area, and along the beaches of Princess Margaret, Spring, Lower, Industry, and Friendship.

Mustique, known for being a celebrity hotspot, offers 72 luxurious private homes for rent, an elegant boutique hotel with 19 rooms, and a five-room guest house.

Canouan, with its stunning villas and breathtaking views, boasts the only golf course in the Grenadines. Additionally, there are some guest houses, apartments, and hotels available.

Union Island has several hotels, guest houses, and apartments, while Mayreau, which is only accessible by boat, offers accommodations for visitors.

On St. Vincent, there is a wide range of lodging options available, ranging from basic B&Bs and guest houses to exclusive luxury resorts.