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Discover the Caribbean,
your way.

Search 23 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.

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Grenada

Windward Islands

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Saint Lucia

Windward Islands

Side-by-side comparison of logistics, sustainability, seasonal intelligence, and vibes.

Why Grenada?

The Spice Island — nutmeg groves, underwater sculptures, and the Caribbean's best fish fry.

Why Saint Lucia?

Twin peaks, volcanic baths, and the Caribbean's most romantic coastline.

Eco Rating

3/5

4 green initiatives

4/5

4 green initiatives

When to Go

Grenada

moderate
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Saint Lucia

moderate
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best monthsRainy season

Vibes

FoodieCultural HeritageEco ConsciousOff The Beaten PathDiving SnorkelingSailingAdventure
RomanceEco ConsciousAdventureLuxuryWellness SpaDiving SnorkelingFoodie

Shared vibes are highlighted

Logistics & Geography

🇬🇩 Grenada🇱🇨 Saint Lucia
CapitalSt. George'sCastries
Population125K184K
Area348 km²617 km²
Sub-regionWindward IslandsWindward Islands
CurrencyXCD (USD accepted)XCD (USD accepted)
Driving sideLeft (UK-style)Left (UK-style)
PowerType G · 230VType G · 240V
Emergency911999
LanguagesEnglish, Grenadian CreoleEnglish, Saint Lucian Creole (Kwéyòl)
AirportsGNDUVF, SLU
Coral reefat riskprotected

Green Initiatives

Grand Etang National Park and Forest Reserve
Molinière-Beauséjour Marine Protected Area
Leatherback turtle nesting protection program at Levera Beach
Second-largest nutmeg producer — sustainable agroforestry
Pitons Management Area — UNESCO World Heritage Site
SLNT Sea Turtle Conservation Programme
National ban on single-use styrofoam (2019)
Marine reserve network across the west coast