Grenada, "The Isle of Spice" or "The Sce Island of the West" is the largest of the three islands (Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique) comprising the Independent state of Grenada.

Grenada is one of the world's chief exporters of the "twin crop" of nutmeg and mace. Because of this, and the numerous other spices grown in lesser quantities, Grenada has come to be known internationally as the "Isle of Spice". Other crops grown are cocoa, bananas, coconuts, sugar-cane, citrus and a profusion of fruits and vegetables. The main industries are agriculture, commerce, construction, tourism, manufacturing, transportation and communications.
Grenada is situated 12 degrees north of the equator and 62 degrees west of Greenwich, and is 21 miles long and 12 miles wide. From the world-famous Grand Anse beach up to the 2749 -foot high Mt. St. Catherine peak there is a varying topography of mountains, valleys and streams gloriously arrayed to present some of the most picturesque scenery in the world.

The capital city of Grenada is St. George's, which is situated on a sheltered bay in the south-western part of the mainland. Together with its suburbs, it comprises one-third of the population. The charm and beauty of the subtle blend of old Georgian and modern architecture is unsurpassed in the Caribbean.

Transportation to the island can be by boat or regularly- scheduled airlines. The International airport is located at Point Salines on the south- western tip of the island, about five minutes drive away from Grand Anse beach.