Point Salines

Point Salines is the southernmost tip of Grenada, a peninsula that extends into the Caribbean Sea in St George parish. The area is best known as the location of Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND), Grenada's main airport, which opened in 1984. Point Salines was historically undeveloped marshland and scrub, but the construction of the airport transformed it into a transport hub. The area was also the site of the 1983 US-led invasion of Grenada.

Today, Point Salines is a mix of airport facilities, university buildings (St George's University is nearby), and a growing number of restaurants and guesthouses catering to travellers. The peninsula has several beaches and coastal areas that are less crowded than Grand Anse.

By Plane

Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) is located at Point Salines. You're already there. The airport handles flights from the US, Canada, UK, and Caribbean carriers including LIAT, Caribbean Airlines, and American Airlines.

By Car / Road

Point Salines is at the end of the main coast road from St George's (20 min) and Grand Anse (10 min). The road is well-paved. Minibuses run frequently from St George's and Grand Anse along this route, with fares of EC$3-5.

The peninsula is spread out — a car, taxi, or bicycle is useful. The airport area is walkable. Taxis are available at the airport rank.

• Maurice Bishop International Airport — Named after the Grenadian prime minister overthrown in 1983. The airport itself is modern and functional.

• Memorial to the Cuban Internationalist Martyrs — A monument near the airport commemorating 24 Cuban workers killed during the 1983 invasion.

• Point Salines beaches — Several beaches along the peninsula, less crowded than Grand Anse. Some are rocky but offer good snorkelling.

• St George's University — The medical school campus is nearby, with a diverse international student body.

• Beach-going — The peninsula has several small beaches worth exploring.

• Snorkelling — Rocky coastal areas have marine life accessible from shore.

• Plane-watching — The airport's location on the peninsula makes for dramatic approaches and departures visible from nearby beaches.

• Aquarium Restaurant — Seafood and international cuisine in a waterfront setting near the airport.
• Airport restaurants — A few options in and around the airport terminal.
• True Blue restaurants — Several dining options in the nearby True Blue area.

• Airport bars — A few options in the terminal for arriving/departing travellers.
• True Blue bars — The nearby university area has some nightlife options.

• Budget: Guesthouses near the airport from US$40-60/night.
• Mid-range: True Blue Bay Resort nearby from US$120-180/night.
• Upscale: Limited at Point Salines itself — Grand Anse (10 min) has luxury options.

• Airport shops — A small selection of souvenir and convenience shops in the airport terminal.
• Nearby shopping — Spiceland Mall at Grand Anse (10 min drive) has a supermarket, pharmacy, and general stores.
• Spices — Nutmeg and cocoa products available from airport souvenir shops.

• Grand Anse (5 km / 10 min north) — The main tourist beach.
• True Blue (2 km / 5 min) — University area with restaurants and bars.
• St George's (12 km / 20 min north) — The capital with historic sites.
• Lance aux Epines (5 km / 10 min east) — Quiet peninsula with diving.