In 2002, Grenada was a small Caribbean nation located in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. With a population of approximately 100,000 people, it had an economy based on tourism and agriculture. The literacy rate was high at 97%, and the majority of the population lived in relative wealth. The economy had transitioned from an agrarian economy to one based on industry during the late 20th century and relied heavily on exports to other countries. According to computerannals, Grenada had adequate infrastructure with well-maintained roads, reliable electricity and efficient telecommunications networks. Healthcare services were adequate; while universal healthcare coverage existed, access to quality medical care was available throughout the country. Education levels were also high; most adults had completed secondary school, while tertiary enrollment rates hovered around 30%. Despite its many advantages, Grenada still faced economic challenges due to its reliance on exports and its large public sector debt levels.
Yearbook 2002
Grenada. In the spring, the eastern Caribbean organization OECS, to which G. belongs, decided that nationals of the Member States could travel freely within the region for six months. A joint passport for the OECS countries will be issued from 1 January 2003. The OECS will also establish an Eastern Caribbean Economic Union at year-end 2002/2003. Free movement of goods and services applies from the same date.
According to Countryaah website, national day of Grenada is every February 7. The country’s tourism-dependent economy saw a decline during the year as a result of the influx of US tourists to the island significantly decreased after the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. In addition, G. this year also received criticism from the OECD for not cooperating sufficiently in the fight against international money laundering.
The man who murdered a Swedish tourist couple on the island of Carriacou north of the main island in 2000 was sentenced in March by a grenadian court to death by hanging. Although the death penalty is punishable, however, the practice is that these are converted to life imprisonment.
Grenada Country Overview
Visas
Finnish citizen does not need a visa to Grenada. The passport must be valid after 6 months of travel.
Maastapoistumismaksu
Grenada is not maastapoistumismaksua. NOTE! Local authorities may change exit fees without notice.
- According to ABBREVIATIONFINDER.ORG, GRD stands for Grenada.
Insurance
Everyone participating in the trip must have a valid travel insurance that covers medical expenses in the event of illness or other similar need. Please check the validity of your own insurance and the terms and conditions of the insurance cancellation cover.
Please pay attention to the special nature of your trip and check the coverage of the insurance in that respect as well. In many locations, the insurance must also be valid when moving at an altitude of more than 3,000 meters, in which case it also covers mountain sickness.
Many hiking or diving trips require more extensive insurance, which covers, for example, diving or moving on a glacier. Please check the contents of your insurance with your insurance company.
Vaccinations
Please check that the basic vaccinations according to the national vaccination program are valid. In addition, hepatitis A vaccine and, at its discretion, hepatitis B vaccine are always recommended for tourists. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if yellow fever is reached from the risk area.
Please always check the vaccination requirements at your health center or the tourist clinic’s vaccination advice.
Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD). Currency can be obtained from Finland by booking in advance. American dollars are also paid directly.
Time difference
Granada’s time zone is GMT -4, time difference to Finland -6 hours in winter and -7 hours in summer.
Electric current
230 V, 50 Hz. You need an adapter for salted devices.
Mobile phones
Please check the coverage of your subscription with your operator. Area Code + 1-473
Climate
Grenada has a tropical climate. Temperatures are almost +30 all year round. From June to October, there is a risk of hurricane in the Caribbean. Rain is produced all year round, but the most active rainy season lasts from July to November.
