https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/grenada tourism/ Grenada Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:43:19+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-grenada-chocolate-festival-returns-for-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-grenada-chocolate-festival-returns-for-2026/ Planting a cocoa sapling, making beauty products featuring cocoa and sea moss along with tasting, making and cooking with chocolate are just some of the experiences on offer in the 2026 Grenada Chocolate Festival, 22-27 May.  The programme features tours, tastings and hands on workshops to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of the ‘tree to bar’ journey to transform cocoa pods on the tree into delicious chocolate and much more. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:05:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-spice-of-luxury-at-30000-feet-virgin-atlantic-to-service-london-heathro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-spice-of-luxury-at-30000-feet-virgin-atlantic-to-service-london-heathro/ Grenada Tourism Authority is delighted to welcome Virgin Atlantic’s Airbus A330Neo to Grenada connecting London Heathrow (LHR) to St George’s, Grenada (GND). From December 2025, the route will be serviced Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays to April 2026. Designed to provide a premium, personalised experience, the AirbusA330Neo is the latest addition to Virgin Atlantic’s fleet. The aircraft features the latest generation Upper Class cabin, including the iconic social space and innovative Retreat Suite. Increased connectivity with in-seat wireless charging, Bluetooth connectivity in all cabins and ultra-fast wi-fi, set the tone as visitors take off for a luxurious escape to the tri-island nation of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:17:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2025-sen-adrian-thomas-minister-tourism-grenada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2025-sen-adrian-thomas-minister-tourism-grenada/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:22:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/grenadas-dream-team-shares-bold-vision-for-tourism-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/grenadas-dream-team-shares-bold-vision-for-tourism-growth/ An exclusive interview with Stacey Liburd (CEO), Tornia Charles (Director of Sales & Marketing), and Randall Dolland (Chairman of the Board), Grenada Tourism Authority – with Breaking Travel News. Grenada’s new tourism leaders plan to drive sustainable growth by promoting the tri-island experience, diversifying markets, developing niches like medical and agro-tourism, and upgrading infrastructure. They aim to attract quality travelers through authenticity, improved airlift, expanded hotel capacity, and strong digital marketing, with sustainability and community benefit at the core. Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:59:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-chocolate-fest-2025-wraps-with-sweet-success-and-bold-plans-for-202/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-chocolate-fest-2025-wraps-with-sweet-success-and-bold-plans-for-202/ The 12th annual Grenada Chocolate Fest has been heralded as a successful celebration of one of the island’s most treasured crops—cocoa. The festival is very much a community driven event where local people and visitors came together to explore the rich world of Grenadian chocolate through an imaginative line-up of events that combined culture, education, gastronomy, wellness and pure chocolate fun. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:55:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-chocolate-fest-returns-a-celebration-of-chocolate-rum-spices/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-chocolate-fest-returns-a-celebration-of-chocolate-rum-spices/ The rich culinary heritage of Grenada will take centre stage at this year’s Grenada Chocolate Fest, set to take place from May 22-27, 2024. This immersive festival invites visitors to embark on a flavourful journey through Grenada’s finest chocolate, rum, and spices, complemented with a sprinkling of chocolate themed wellness and artistic experiences. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:39:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2024-emil-edwards-uk-sales-manager-grenada-tourism-authority/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2024-emil-edwards-uk-sales-manager-grenada-tourism-authority/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:35:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-simple-in-grenada-this-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-simple-in-grenada-this-september/ Grenada, the Spice Isle of the Caribbean, is renowned for its pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and warm hospitality. Since 2022, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has celebrated the island’s diverse, family run stays with Simple Stays Grenada - a carefully curated collection of boutique hotels and villas. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 06:10:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organizations-2024-conference-focusing-on/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-to-host-caribbean-tourism-organizations-2024-conference-focusing-on/ Grenada to host Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 2024 Conference focusing on Sustainability from April 22nd-24th Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:02:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctf-2023-randall-dolland-chairman-grenada-tourism-authority/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctf-2023-randall-dolland-chairman-grenada-tourism-authority/ Thu, 11 May 2023 10:28:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-2022-saudi-arabia-hon.-lennox-j-andrews-minister-for-tourism-grenada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc-2022-saudi-arabia-hon.-lennox-j-andrews-minister-for-tourism-grenada/ Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:04:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-connectivity-between-london-and-grenada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-boosts-connectivity-between-london-and-grenada/ British Airways will operate an additional weekly flight from London Gatwick to Grenada every Sunday from 30 October 2022, bringing the total weekly flights to three. Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:40:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-seeks-to-recruit-diaspora-to-new-tourism-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-seeks-to-recruit-diaspora-to-new-tourism-programme/ The Grenada Tourism Authority has launched a new diaspora programme, seeking to recruit overseas Grenadians in support of the hospitality sector. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 01:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-relaxes-covid-19-tourism-regulations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-relaxes-covid-19-tourism-regulations/ The destination now accepts either a negative antigen test result taken one day before travel to Grenada or a 72-hour pre-departure PCR test from travellers. Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:33:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-drops-quarantine-requirement-for-vaccinated-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-drops-quarantine-requirement-for-vaccinated-travellers/ As the holiday travel season begins and with global vaccinations on the rise, Grenada has updated its visitor protocols. A two day quarantine for vaccinated travellers has been scrapped. Thu, 25 Nov 2021 10:10:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-launch-pre-flight-testing-at-heathrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-launch-pre-flight-testing-at-heathrow/ Virgin Atlantic customers flying to Barbados or onwards to Antigua and Grenada on selected flights will receive a free, rapid, point of care, pre-departure lateral flow antigen test at Heathrow. Fri, 27 Nov 2020 11:45:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-return-to-two-more-caribbean-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-return-to-two-more-caribbean-destinations/ Virgin Atlantic will relaunch flights to Antigua and Grenada on Monday. The services will join the four weekly flights to Barbados and twice weekly flights to Montego Bay, Jamaica. Fri, 23 Oct 2020 06:57:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/true-blue-bay-boutique-resort-debuts-self-sustaining-rooms-in-grenada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/true-blue-bay-boutique-resort-debuts-self-sustaining-rooms-in-grenada/ Grenada’s first self-sustaining rooms have opened at the True Blue Bay Boutique Resort. The 22 Cocoa Pod rooms are self-sustaining for water and electricity and are furnished using sustainable materials. Mon, 14 Jan 2019 08:33:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-welcomes-new-airlift-from-us-and-canada-for-winter-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-welcomes-new-airlift-from-us-and-canada-for-winter-season/ With record visitor arrival numbers logged for 2018 so far, the continued demand for Grenada has positively impacted airlines such as Air Canada and American Airlines, who have announced additional flights in December to bring holidaymakers to the three-island destination. Sat, 06 Oct 2018 06:53:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-tourism-authority-launches-new-awareness-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-tourism-authority-launches-new-awareness-campaign/ The Grenada Tourism Authority is reviving the mantra ‘Tourism is Everybody’s Business’ with the launch of its new awareness campaign. Mon, 04 Dec 2017 10:49:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-focus-on-recovery-at-special-session/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-to-focus-on-recovery-at-special-session/ In the wake of the catastrophic impact of Hurricanes Irma and Maria on some member countries, the Caribbean Tourism Organisation is adding a special session to the upcoming State of the Tourism Industry Conference in Grenada. The event will focus on how to recover and rebuild after a major disaster. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 09:38:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/calabash-luxury-boutique-hotel-joins-relais-chateaux/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/calabash-luxury-boutique-hotel-joins-relais-chateaux/ With its reputation for combining five-star service and luxury within a relaxed and intimate environment, Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel has been invited to join the prestigious hotel group, Relais & Châteaux. Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:01:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/silversands-grenada-to-open-in-spring-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/silversands-grenada-to-open-in-spring-2018/ Set to open in March 2018 on the silver-white sands of Grand Anse Beach on the island’s south-western tip, Silversands Grenada is a sleek and contemporary boutique property comprising 43 suites and nine villas. Tue, 22 Aug 2017 12:55:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-the-spice-of-the-caribbean/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-the-spice-of-the-caribbean/ From its position at the far southern tip of the Windward Islands chain, Grenada offers visitors a distinctive, off-the-beaten path experience as well as a combination of activities, attractions, and historic sites that are hard to find in any other port of call. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 23:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-to-host-caribbean-rum-and-beer-festival-for-the-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-to-host-caribbean-rum-and-beer-festival-for-the-first-time/ The Grenada Board of Tourism is very excited about being given the opportunity to host the annual Caribbean Rum and Beer Festival for the first time. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:30:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-tourism-launches-campaign-around-kirani-james-olympic-win/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-tourism-launches-campaign-around-kirani-james-olympic-win/ To showcase the gracious and humble spirit of the Grenadian people as demonstrated to a global audience by Kirani James during the recently concluded 2012 London Olympic Games, the Grenada Board of Tourism has launched a targeted campaign designed to reinforce this key brand message as a point of differentiation for potential visitors. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 05:30:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-taps-into-olympic-victory-with-new-tourism-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenada-taps-into-olympic-victory-with-new-tourism-campaign/ The Grenada Board of Tourism has launched a targeted campaign which showcases the achievements and emotional connection made by Olympic hero Kirani James. The short term web-based campaign aims to boost visitors to the region. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 09:33:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenadas-golden-boy-kirani-james-returns-home/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grenadas-golden-boy-kirani-james-returns-home/ World and Olympic 400 m champion Kirani James finally returns home to his native Grenada this week following his record-breaking performance at the London 2012 Olympic Games. Professional commitments and his studies delayed his return to Grenada. Sun, 02 Sep 2012 03:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spirit-of-grenada-brought-to-uk-by-grenada-olympic-team/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spirit-of-grenada-brought-to-uk-by-grenada-olympic-team/ The Grenada Olympic team was given the warmest of welcomes in the UK this weekend with two days of celebrations in Harrow and Horsham near London, within hours of reigning champion, Kirani James, claiming Gold in the 400 meters at London Diamond League 2012 on Saturday, July14. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:30:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2012-caribbean-rum-and-beer-festival-to-be-hosted-in-grenada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2012-caribbean-rum-and-beer-festival-to-be-hosted-in-grenada/ For the first time ever, the annual Caribbean Rum & Beer Festival will be held in Grenada. After two consecutive years in Barbados, the festival is heading to the “Spice Isle” to continue to raise the profile of the region’s diverse range of rum and beer beverages. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 18:00:43 +0000