I am pleased to report that I have been recognized with an Honorable Mention Award in the category of Cultural Photography in the North American Travel Journalism Association’s 34th Annual Awards Competition. The image recognized was “Market Craftsman,” an image taken in St. George’s Market on Grenada. This was the first competition I have entered since being sidelined with breast cancer, and it means so much to me to be recognized. Many thanks to the NATJA Awards Committee. The image was captured in June 2025 with a Fujifilm GFX 50R and the Fujifilm GF 50mm f/3.5 R LM WR lens. For medium format, the setup is extremely portable and perfect…
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On our last trip to Grenada, pretty much all the shops were closed due to COVID, and although we visited the small spice market on Grand Anse beach, I always wanted to visit the main market in St. George’s. So on my 60th birthday, I set out with my daughter and son-in-law to explore downtown. We started out at the St. George’s Spice Market at Young and Grandby. There were a variety of spices and fruit, as well as crafts. My favorite vendor was the gentleman pictured below who customized a carving for a friend back home. We then walked west on Granby toward the Esplanade Shopping Complex. This is…
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When planning a family trip to the Caribbean, Spice Island Beach Resort immediately comes to mind. Everyone in the family can do their own thing, eat and drink as much as they want, and enjoy the best beach on the island. We last visited in 2021, just after COVID restrictions were lifted, with our son, but this time brought the whole family, including my daughter and son-in-law. They are the adventurous ones, who search out a national park everywhere we visit. Grenada did not disappoint. They could search out the hikes through the mountains, visiting multiple waterfalls, and we could spend the day on the beach. We could all enjoy…
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Last time we visited Grenada, we went snorkeling in the underwater sculpture garden in Grenada, Molinere Bay Underwater Sculpture Park. It is a collection of 75 sculptures spread over 800 acres. Last time we visited, we took a dive boat with Aquanauts, sharing it with a group of divers. This time we chartered a boat, Bacchanal, one of the beautiful catamarans with Grenadines Sailing Escapade. Bacchanal is a 42-foot Fontaine Pajot Venezia Catamaran, and we had it all to ourselves! Our first stop was the park, and then we visited Flamingo Bay and Mango Bay before returning to St. George’s. The weather was better this time, with improved visibility underwater.…
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We’re back! We had a great trip to Grenada to celebrate many blessings. The film is off to the lab, so stay tuned for future posts about our return trip to Grenada’s 5-Diamond, Spice Island Beach Resort!
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Located at the southern end of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean island chain, the country of Grenada is actually three islands, Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique. Grenada is known as “The Spice Island” for the abundance of spices which are grown on the island. Grenada is the second largest producer of nutmeg, second only to Indonesia. Grenada is a traveler’s paradise with multiple attractions to appeal to all travelers. Grenada’s offers 45 beaches. Grand Anse Beach is the jewel of the island, often rated as one of the best beaches in the world. Waterfalls are found all over the island where you can take a dip in the cool…
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Enjoy some of the sights and sounds of a day on Grand Anse Beach, Grenada, accompanied by Kevin MacLeod’s “Blue Ska,” available at incompetech.com .
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When writers put together their lists of the best beaches in the Caribbean, Grand Anse Beach in Grenada is on everyone’s list. This two-mile stretch of white sand curving around the “grand cove” with a view of St. George’s is the most beautiful beach on the island and a favorite of visitors. Even on Saturday and Sunday when the beach is buzzing with activity, the beach never feels crowded. A stay at Spice Island Beach Resort means you have this beach at your doorstep. Or come for the day to visit the Spice Island Craft & Spice Market or relax with a cocktail at Umbrellas Beach Bar. Join us for…
