Carriacou 
The island of Carriacou lies 27 km (16 mi) northeast of Grenada and is serviced by small planes or boat. The main town is Hillsborough, located along the west coast.
The island is rural in nature and home to a number of small villages. The rolling hills are dryer than the those of Grenada, with cactus and scrubland. The northern section of the island offers some good beaches.
The island is rural in nature and home to a number of small villages. The rolling hills are dryer than the those of Grenada, with cactus and scrubland. The northern section of the island offers some good beaches.
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Grenada Board of Tourism
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Hillsborough, Carriacou and Petit Martinique
Grenada
Main Street
Hillsborough, Carriacou and Petit Martinique
Grenada
Related Attractions
Bogles, Grenada
North of Hillsborough is the small village of Bogles with a beach past the north end at La Roche Bay.
Carriacou Parang Festival
The annual Carriacou Parang Festival is held in mid December before Christmas. The celebration includes mainly musical entertainment, with local bands performing throughout the weekend, as well as dance shows, and other performers.
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L'Esterre, Grenada
Southwest of Hillsborough on L'Esterre Bay is the village of L'Esterre which still maintains many French traditions.
Lauriston International Airport
Lauriston International Airport on the island of Carriacou is located southwest of Hillsborough. Taxis attend the airport when flights arrive.
Petit Carenage Bay
Petit Carenage Bay, on the north eastern tip of the island, offers a pleasant beach and good views of the surrounding islands.
Tyrrel Bay
In the southwestern section of Carriacou is Tyrrel Bay with a large protected beach. The area is a popular yachting anchorage.
Windward, Grenada
Located along the northeastern shore of Carriacou, Windward is a small coastal village with a Scottish heritage.
