Grenada

Grenada sits at the southern gateway to the Windward Islands, offering reliable trade winds, well-sheltered south-coast harbours, and easy hops to Carriacou, Petite Martinique and, with clearance, the Grenadines. Its geography suits both settled moorings and open-water passages: you can tuck into mangrove-backed bays one day and cross a lively channel the next. For skippers weighing their first Caribbean cruise or aiming to extend beyond the crowded mid-chain islands, Grenada is a confident choice. Winters bring brisk easterlies and crisp visibility; summers soften the breeze yet keep the rhythm of tradewind sailing. The island group’s protected anchorages, good charter infrastructure and straightforward airport access make planning stress-light and sailing time-rich. This guide sets out when to go, how the winds behave, where to anchor, and how to charter with confidence. It also outlines clearance and certification essentials, and proposes sample itineraries that balance snug harbours with rewarding passages.