Connect with Grenada through nature and community

16 October 2026

Grenada offers far more than beautiful beaches, with opportunities to connect with the island through its food, landscapes, and local communities. From cocoa farms and rainforest trails to underwater conservation projects, a holiday here can support the people and places that make Grenada so special, while giving you a more personal way to experience the island.

Connect with Grenada through nature and community

From cocoa tree to chocolate bar

At Belmont Estate, you can follow Grenada’s cocoa journey from the farm to the finished chocolate bar. Set among working organic farmland, the estate offers an insight into traditional agriculture, chocolate making, and Grenadian food. You can learn how cocoa is harvested and processed, enjoy tastings, and sit down to farm-to-table dishes made with local ingredients. The experience brings together the sights, aromas, and flavours of the estate, giving you a better understanding of the work behind one of Grenada’s best-known products. Buying chocolate directly from producers is also a delicious way to support the island’s farmers, makers, and wider food economy.

Into the rainforest with a local guide

Grenada’s inland scenery offers a change of pace, particularly around Grand Etang National Park and Forest Reserve. A guided walk can take you through the rainforest to Grand Etang Lake, a volcanic crater lake surrounded by rich plant life and home to wildlife, including the island’s Mona monkeys. Further into the forest, the Seven Sisters waterfalls provide a rewarding setting for a swim and a closer look at Grenada beyond its coastline. Local guides can share more about the plants, animals, and stories connected to the area, helping you appreciate the landscape while travelling responsibly. Sticking to marked trails, avoiding disturbance to wildlife, and carrying away any rubbish all help protect these special places.

Beneath the surface with Eco Dive

The island’s commitment to conservation continues below the water. Eco Dive combines diving with marine education, giving you the chance to learn more about coral restoration, underwater clean-ups, and efforts to manage invasive lionfish. Experiences can be tailored to different interests and diving abilities, subject to availability and operator requirements. As well as seeing Grenada’s reefs first-hand, you’ll gain a better understanding of the challenges facing marine environments across the Caribbean. Spending time with a conservation-focused operator adds another dimension to a day at sea, while helping protect the reefs and marine life that make Grenada so appealing to snorkellers and divers.

Let local choices shape your stay

Small decisions can make a meaningful difference during a holiday in Grenada. You can choose local guides, sample dishes such as oil down, buy spices and chocolate from Grenadian producers, and look for crafts made by local artists and makers. Dining at locally owned restaurants is another simple way to enjoy the island’s flavours while supporting the people who grow, cook, and serve its food. These choices bring you closer to the island’s people and traditions, while ensuring more of their spending remains within the communities they visit.

To book your Grenada escape, speak to your Travel Counsellor today.

3 different ways to experience Malta

09 October 2026

A short break to Malta can look very different depending on how you like to travel. You could check into a five-star hotel and build your days around art, architecture, and Michelin-starred dining. You could slow everything down, wandering through neighbourhoods, stopping for pastizz, and exploring historic towns. Or you could use Valletta as a base for hiking, kayaking, diving, and days spent discovering Malta’s coastline. Here are three ways to make a short break in Malta completely your own.

The perfect guide to a Valletta city break

09 October 2026

For a city break with plenty to see, eat, and experience, Valletta makes a wonderful choice. Malta’s compact capital is easy to explore on foot, with honey-coloured streets leading to grand palaces, historic churches, and harbour viewpoints. From its impressive fortifications to its lively restaurant scene, Valletta brings together centuries of history and a distinctly Mediterranean way of life, making it ideal for visitors who want more from a short break than simply sightseeing.

Travel Counsellors experience the magic of Bhutan

02 October 2026

Bhutan offers a rare sense of stepping away from the familiar. On a recent eight-night journey, a group of Travel Counsellors travelled from Thimphu to Gangtey, Punakha, and Paro, experiencing mountain passes, riverside valleys, ancient monasteries, local communities, and peaceful highland landscapes along the way. The itinerary combined significant landmarks with hands-on experiences and quieter moments, offering a thoughtful introduction to a country that still feels wonderfully untouched.

Connect with Grenada through nature and community

3 different ways to experience Malta

The perfect guide to a Valletta city break

Travel Counsellors experience the magic of Bhutan

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