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Jewels of the Caribbean
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, part of the Windward
Islands, are located at 13° 15 N, 61° 12 W. Their closest neighbours are
Grenada, 75 miles to the south, St. Lucia 24 miles to the north and Barbados
100 miles to the east. St. Vincent is the largest of the more than 30
islands that comprise the nation, covering roughly 3150 sq. miles. The
Grenadines extend 45 miles to the southwest, like a kite's tail. The major
islands, north to south, are Young Island, Bequia, Mustique, Canouan,
Mayreau, Union Island, Palm Island, and Petit St. Vincent |
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* Canadian's require a valid passport
or a birth certificate along with official photo ID
*Capital city: Kingstown* Language:
* Currency: The currency of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the
Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$).
* Electricity: St. Vincent and the Grenadines has a reliable
supply of electricity. Electricity is generally 220/240 volt, 50
cycle, except for Petit St. Vincent which has 110 volt, 60 cycle.
Most hotels have 110 volt shaver outlets. The standard electrical
plug has 3 rectangular pins so remember to pack an adapter.
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