Friday July 04, 2008

Deciding on the right vacation time is important to enjoying your trip

Get Up and Go to Grenada

Grenada's wet and dry seasons bring different numbers and different types of visitors to the area. When deciding when to travel to Grenada, consider what is most important to you: escaping the crowds or staying dry.

Grenada maintains balmy tropical temperatures almost all year long, with an average hovering around 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Grenada's rainy season lasts from June to November, when rain falls an average of about 22 days per month.

The extended rainy season accounts for the island's flourishing vegetation, which is one of the appealing aspects of the area. Grenada's dry season falls between November and May, which is also the high tourism season in the Caribbean. You may escape the heavy rains during this time of year, but you will probably be sharing your vacation with crowds of tourists escaping the cold northern weather.

You may also want to consider what atmosphere is most appealing. If a quieter, more peaceful vacation is in your sights, then avoid visiting during popular festivities, like the annual drum festival at Tivoli. If you're in search of a more up-beat environment, travelers will find the Grenadians know how to get down when it comes to festivals and weekend night life. Carnival is one of the biggest and most popular events in the Caribbean. In Grenada, Carnival is celebrated on the second week of August. Several exciting activities take place during this time including steel drum contests and parades.

The right time to visits depends on you: Do you want uninterrupted days of lounging on the beach, or to avoid the crowds of the dry season, No matter when you decide to go, visiting Grenada will be unforgettable.