Grenada celebrates double-digit growth in tourist arrivals

Grenada was recently recognized by The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), in partnership with ForwardKeys, for achieving significant double-digit growth in foreign tourist arrivals by the first half of 2024. This announcement was revealed in the latest report Caribbean Travel Trends presented at the Caribbean Travel Forum in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Grenada, known as “The Spice Island,” forecasts a notable 19% increase in tourist arrivals compared to the previous year for the first half of 2024. Additionally, the island has already achieved a 30% increase in tourist arrivals for the first quarter of 2024, highlighting its successful efforts to boost its tourism sector through greater connectivity, sustainability, tourism initiatives and strategic marketing campaigns. 

Grenada is tied with St. Maarten for these impressive growth figures.
Additionally, it was selected as one of only four destinations, along with Jamaica, the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, to be presented as a case study showing the importance of sustainability initiatives in the tourism industry. This recognition underscores the commitment to preserving its natural and cultural heritage while attracting conscious travelers.

Petra Roach, CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority, said: “Our focus on sustainable tourism and community engagement has been critical to our growth. By offering unique experiences like the recently expanded Molinière Underwater Sculpture Park, we have been able to attract environmentally conscious travelers while preserving our natural and cultural heritage.”

As Grenada continues to capitalize on its tourism strengths, this recognition underscores the island's potential to sustain its growth trajectory in the global market.

Source: CHTA and ForwardKeys.