Ins & Outs of St. Vincent and the Grenadines - 2023

96 UNION ISLAND Island is buzzing again. This interesting place has long been an important link in the island chain, but today, thanks to a revitalised spirit of enterprise, Union has a lot more to offer the modern traveller. From world-class kitesurfing, to superb sailing and diving, improved accommodation, well- stocked supply stores and a new wave of attractive restaurants and bars, Union now has it all. A Half Day That Changes Your Life! An Introductory Diving Course that gets divers in the water and on a dive on the first day! Your first lesson starts in shallow sea (approx. 1 hr), where new divers are introduced to their equipment and taught a few basic skills and exercises to build confidence. After this, it’s off to the reef for your first dive. The Horse Shoe Reef or Petit Tabac are both An Authentic Grenadine Experience The British Crown bought Union Island from the last private owner in 1910 and set up a Land Settlement Scheme to sell 2 and 4-acre lots to the residents at peppercorn prices. Today, a small community comprises some 3,000 Union Islanders. The good news for all visitors to the Southern Grenadines, sailors and land- based tourists alike, is that Union Union Island Environmental Alliance Hikes and Tours Climb the 3 highest peaks in the Grenadines, take a hiking tour around Union Island or tour the undisturbed dry tropical forest reserve. There are some wonderful old strategic military tracks and named lookout points. Tel: (784) 526-4500 environmentalattackers.org Union Island Tourist Information Centre This office can provide visitors with information. They book boats, rental cars, land taxis and guides to take tourists around the island. They can also arrange day tours and boat taxis to the Tobago Cays, Mayreau, Canouan, PSV, Happy Island, Chatham Bay, Morpion, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. Tel: 458-8350 Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Discover Union Island perfect for first time divers – no current, no waves and once you choose your comfort zone, whether it’s 2 feet below or 40 feet below, there is more marine life to see than you have eyes for! Introductory Diving Courses are offered by Glenroy Adams at Grenadines Dive, Clifton Harbour, Union Island. Tel (784) 458-8138 or 455-3822 gdive@grenadinesdive.com Photo: Adam Gavel