ICC Cricket World Cup will be a showcase of Grenadian Culture
The ICC Cricket World Cup is quickly descending upon Grenada. Already Canadians have purchased their tickets to the matches taking place April 10 to 20, 2007. But the matches won’t be the only entertainment on the Island - in true Grenadian fashion, the Islanders will be pulling out all the stops to put on what can only be described as a cultural extravaganza.
Events will be organized by the State, festival committees, and private promoters to ensure that each Parish will have its own unique event. Festivities will include a mini-carnival featuring a Fancy Mas parade, performances from local theatre groups and musicians, and a variety of culinary festivals. Nightclubs across the Island will also be pitching in to provide the thousands of anticipated fans with entertainment.
The Island’s festivities are expected to be particularly enthusiastic as Grenadian batsman Devon Smith has been selected to play on the West Indies World Cup Squad. Twenty-five year old Smith is the only Grenadian playing in the ICC Cricket World Cup this year. His unique left-hand batting style and a right-arm Off-break is sure to be an asset in the upcoming matches.
Flights and accommodations in Grenada for the Cricket World Cup are filling up fast, so make sure to call hotels and resorts ahead of time to ensure a place among the festivities. For more information, visit www.cricketworldcup.com
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Island News
Grenada Cross Harbour Swim 2007:
On Saturday March 10, 2007 the Grenada Amateur Swimming Association held its annual across the harbour swim. Swim enthusiasts from across the island gathered to participate in the event. Participants started their journey from the Carenage (opposite the Ministry of Finance) and finished at Camerhogne Park on Grand Anse Beach. The event was open to participants ages 11 and up. Special youth tournaments were organized for the younger swimmers.
Go Carenage Initiative:
The Grenada Board of Tourism is pleased to announce that several new businesses have joined the Island’s Go Carenage initiative. The Carenage initiative encourages businesses to stay open later (until 8pm) in order to accommodate the growing number of shopping tourists visiting Grenada year round. The latest participating businesses include Food Fair, Courts, The National Museum, the Public Library, People’s Pharmacy and Mind & Body Therapy.
Beautification Project:
The de Savary Group is embarking on a multi-million dollar beautification campaign of the Morne Rouge hotel belt. The goal is to make the Morne Rouge region the new standard in luxury, beauty and comfort for the whole of Grenada. The de Savary Group’s work will include landscaping the Mount Cinnamon property, refurbishing the South St. George Police Station and improving local beach facilities. Development of the Mount Cinnamon project will see the property converted to a 5-star luxury family resort, with phase one planned for opening in time for the ICC Cricket World Cup.
Bacolet Bay Resort:
This new 5-star Bacolet Bay Resort development in St. David’s, Grenada is slated to be a point of envy for the rest of the region. The resort will be outfitted with sophisticated architectural designs to accentuate the location’s natural beauty. Lush tropical gardens will be incorporated in chic garden apartments with stunning 180-degree views. Bacolet Bay Resort will host a world-class spa, with state-of-the-art leisure facilities, a gourmet restaurant and beachfront bars. Other amenities will include a fitness centre with tennis courts, 200-metre private white sand beach, infinity-edge pools, private plunge pools, hiking and biking trails, and a sheltered jetty for small crafts.
Spice Island Beach Resort:
The prestigious Spice Island Beach Resort was honoured by Condé Nast Johansens, with the 2007 award for ‘Most Excellent Business Partner’ for the Americas, Atlantic, Caribbean and Pacific Islands region. In addition, the Spice Island Beach Resort was nominated for ‘Most Excellent Resort’ for the region. This is an impressive accomplishment, as nominees are selected by the Condé Nast Johansens team, their readers and hotel guests, for their superior accommodations and impeccable vacation experience. Congratulations to the Spice Island Beach Resort on this win.
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Hotel Spotlight – LaLuna
Nestled among the picturesque hillsides of Morne Rouge, St. George is one of the most exclusive properties in the Caribbean: LaLuna. Developed by Bernardo Bertucci (a former public relations consultant to the Italian fashion industry), LaLuna focuses on designs that accentuate the area’s natural beauty. This unique resort is comprised of 16 individual cottages (one and two bedrooms), each with design elements contributed by Carmelina Santoro and Gabriella Giuntoli of Giorgio Armani.
There are three different cottages available at LaLuna including: beachfront deluxe cottages, located directly on the beach 40 feet away from the water; deluxe cottages, located on the hillside overlooking the beach; and two bedroom semi-detached cottages with shared verandas. Each cottage is designed with an open-style plan to optimize the location’s natural beauty and is outfitted with a four-post king-size bed, expansive veranda and private plunge pool.
Guests can relax on LaLuna’s secluded beach lined with chaise lounges and a covered open-air pavilion or enjoy a variety of activities including: hobiecat sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, mountain biking, golfing, tennis, scuba diving, fishing, hiking, or an arranged island tour. LaLuna also offers elegant spa services including in-room massages, private yoga instructions, and fitness services.
The intimate warmth of the LaLuna experience is continued in its dining options. The thatched roof dining room, with its romantic view of the beach and bay serves some of the most exceptional gourmet food fare in the Caribbean. In-house Italian Chef, Benedetto La Fjura, famous for preparing traditional Italian dishes with vibrant island twists, has prepared LaLuna’s tempting menu. This exclusive resort is also home to one of the most complete wine cellars in the Caribbean including a wide variety of vintages. LaLuna also features an open-air deck lounge with a curved cocktail bar, located by the main pool, furnished with Indonesian daybeds and sofas, making it the ideal spot to enjoy a sunset drink.
LaLuna’s intimate size allows guests to experience superb personal service. The open concept of this illustrious property combined with the magnificent scenery of Morne Rouge makes it one of Grenada’s most romantic destinations. For more information, visit www.laluna.com
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Travel Agents learn about Grenada with new online Travel Agent University
Canadian travel agents interested in furthering their knowledge of Grenada can now take free online courses located at www.tauniv.com, an online resource established by Travel Agent Magazine.
To register, visit www.tauniv.com, create an account and log in. Programs relating to Grenada include a ‘Specialist Program’ that covers yachting, diving, Ecotourism and weddings, and a ‘CVB College Course’ that deals specifically with geography. All tests and course exams are taken online and are available at the end of the course packages. Qualified travel agents can earn diplomas, as well as credits from the Canadian Institute of Travel Counselors, and be eligible for bonuses, prizes and trips. For more information on the Grenada courses, visit www.tauniv.com
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