With Spring finally arriving, also comes a mad dash to get yourself fit and healthy for summer. For some this includes groans of picturing themselves in last year’s summer outfits that have come that little bit too tight. For others it may mean dreading hay fever season and yet others just having the energy to… Continue reading The Caribbean’s answer to self-care – sea moss
So on our visit to Grenada this time round we were excited to soak in the Grenada Chocolate Fest 2022 showcasing its variety of activities and products. Did you know that Grenada officially has five chocolate factories? Having said that there are many locals, like my mum, who dabble in making their own chocolate. In… Continue reading Introducing the Grenada Chocolate Festival 2022
Aloha my fellow travel adventurers - I know it's been a while since my last post but Covid has been a bit of a bummer - it's just not travel friendly. Anyway two years later and finally taking to the skies to explore one of my favourite places in the world - the lush and… Continue reading Getting back to travelling abroad…
From personal experience mauby is like marmite - you either love it or hate it. Over time I've grown to quite like it for more than one reason. The acquired bitter sweet taste of mauby can be refreshing and at the same time has amazing health benefits. With spring just round the corner and planning… Continue reading Mauby – the Caribbean’s secret to a natural detox
Having survived 15 months and one day without travelling abroad anywhere (I’m clearly not counting!) - cabin fever does not even begin to describe how I am feeling right now. How about you? All in the name of safety though I keep telling myself... As international travel is slowly easing up here in the UK… Continue reading 10 reasons why Grenada should be on your bucket list this year
Since my recent post about the travel protocol to enter Grenada the world hasn't stopped turning. Many countries have entered into their second coronavirus wave. There have been protests, debates, negotiations and agreements. The one thing I think we can all agree on though is that travelling is just not the same anymore. I never… Continue reading The “new normal” for Grenada
This year cannot be described any better than a rollercoaster ride - one minute you are plunging into complete lockdown and confined to your home - the next minute some restrictions are lifted sparking exileration in the little new freedoms like seeing family or a friend at a distant.
Excitement is in the air! Have you heard? The Maurice Bishop airport in Grenada is due to open soon. I have been reaching out to a number of hotels and tourist attractions to find out how they are getting ready for the opening. Interestingly only a few responded - does this mean the majority aren't… Continue reading Riding the COVID storm through innovation – a chat with True Blue Bay Boutique Resort
With Grenada almost COVID19 free the one question on a lot of our minds is - when can I escape to the sunny Caribbean again? It has been interesting to see how hotels and businesses are preparing to re-introduce visitors to the island. No actual date has been confirmed yet but if you are as… Continue reading Welcoming you back to Grenada – an interview with Le Phare Bleu
Sitting in my colourful little sunny garden, enjoying the breeze and jamming to the tunes from my new little flying feathery friends, it got me reminiscing about my recent trip to Carriacou - a true touch of paradise. I mean what else can you do in lockdown other than dream of endless space outside, true… Continue reading Visiting a touch of paradise…
I think we can all agree that looking after our health especially amidst the COVID19 pandemic is crucial. So this got me thinking about the various ways to look after ourselves during 'lockdown' - a new everyday word in our vocabulary. How do you keep your body and mind healthy? I mean how much salad… Continue reading The importance of Vitamin C
Soft and cuddly makes the world go round. We all need that #tlc from time to time. When visiting the isle of spice you are guaranteed a variety of cute and cuddlies as well as the more "admire from a distance" kind of wildlife. It all adds to the charm of this island. I use… Continue reading All things cute and cuddly
Surviving in a crazy, loud, hectic and crowded city makes you really re-evaluate your sanity as you get older. There is only so much late night shopping, drinking, eating and dancing you can do. The novelty of being able to shop for anything you fancy wears off. And there are only some many occasions where… Continue reading Discovering green jewels
There is something both refreshing and satisfying when sipping your favourite rum, sitting back and just taking in the world. Rum, like whiskey, is so diverse. You can even travel to India and find rum being made there I discovered.....hmmmm my favourite still stems from the Caribbean. Yours? So if you are a rum enthusiast… Continue reading Time flies when you’re having rum
Heart of Grenada 