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Travel Essentials
Plugs: Type G, 230 V. Emergency: One number for everything 911. Tipping: A 10 percent service charge is often added to bills; if not, tip about 10 to 15 percent. Tap water: Tap water is generally safe in towns; use bottled water if unsure, especially after storms.
Type G, 230 V
| One number for everything | 911 |
A 10 percent service charge is often added to bills; if not, tip about 10 to 15 percent.
Greetings. Say good morning or good afternoon when you enter a shop, bus or restaurant, with a smile and a handshake when meeting someone. Friends may hug.
Beachwear. Swimwear is for the beach and pool; cover up in town, shops and churches.
Camouflage clothing. Camouflage clothing is banned for civilians, so leave it at home.
Grenada is generally safe, though petty theft occurs; take usual care at night and on isolated beaches.
Unrequested guides and craft sellers. People near beaches and cruise docks may offer tours or crafts; agree the price first or politely decline.
Taxi fares. Ask the fare before the ride and confirm whether it is in XCD or USD.
Women travelers. Women traveling alone may get unwanted attention; avoid isolated beaches alone.
Criminalized
Same-sex relations are still a crime in Grenada and society is conservative, so avoid public displays of affection.
| Coffee (café) | XCD 9 | $3.30 |
| Local bus or metro ride | XCD 3 | $1.10 |
| Mid-range restaurant meal | XCD 65 | $24 |
| Hostel bed / budget room (night) | XCD 160 | $60 |
| Mid-range hotel (night) | XCD 450 | $165 |
| Daily budget, mid-range traveler | XCD 450 | $165 |
2026-09
January to May is dry and sunny; the wet season runs June to December. Grenada lies south of the main hurricane belt but storms like Beryl in 2024 still happen.