We began our Grenadian adventure at an apartment attached to the home of Denis and Jane Munro, located in a beautiful and quiet area, an hour or so from the busy tourist centers in Grenada's southwest. Lovingly built on a hill overlooking the Atlantic, the views were gorgeous, furnishings comfy, resident dogs friendly, and the best swimming beach just a short walk away. Because we did not want to rent a car after a long day of travel from Maryland, they picked us up at the airport and brought along an insulated bag so we could stop at a local grocery store and pick up a few provisions before heading north. That made our first day so much easier, and very enjoyable as we took in the countryside and got many helpful tips from our "tour guides." Denis and Jane also accompanied us on a walk to Bathway Beach that evening where we could grab an inexpensive fish or chicken dinner from one of several side-by-side snack shops and participate in the Monday after Easter celebrations of Grenadian residents--a national holiday. It was an unexpected plunge into Grenadian life, and our hosts' help in navigating food and beverage choices and the walk in the dark was most appreciated. Jane also made reservations for us with the local conservation group that leads night time expeditions to see leatherback turtles nesting on the protected beach of Levera National Park, also a short drive or healthy walk from their home. Seeing the massive female laboring to nest and cover her eggs was a rare gift.
The only thing that would make this location better for us would be to have island bus service stop in front of their house, although Jane did give us a ride to the nearest town where we could pick up the bus to Grenville, and she and Denis did seem quite willing to help in that way. We were also told that bus drivers could be coaxed into bringing us to their doorstep on the return ride for a small additional fee. That vibrant mix of color and pulsating music inside the bus was definitely the spice for this part of the trip.
We felt privileged to see more of the "real Grenada" in this area, and would be delighted to return here.