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The main language on the islands is English. As a former British colony, British spellings are more common than American spellings.
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an island nation in the Caribbean, north of Trinidad and Tobago.
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English
The main language on the islands is English. As a former British colony, British spellings are more common than American spellings.
In Kingstown, the water is safe to drink, but be a bit careful at some other locations.
The US government suggests that hepatitis A and B shots be given to anyone travelling in the Caribbean, but there are no major health risks in the country.
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the capital
Chateaubelair is a large fishing village on the Leeward (west) coast in Saint Vincent just south of the volcano of Soufrière.
the largest island, the majority of the territory
an archipelago of 32 islands and cays, to the south
Public transport and paid services in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
By boat
Windward Islands - Windward Islands, one of the world's largest yacht charter companies, can take care of all crewed charter (no bareboat available) in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Kingstown
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 28° |
| Avg. low | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 27 | 15 | 20 | 21 | 41 | 68 | 74 | 88 | 88 | 107 | 89 | 43 |
| Humidity | 76% | 74% | 75% | 76% | 77% | 79% | 79% | 79% | 79% | 79% | 79% | 77% |
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Budget
$65
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$170
Per person, per day
Luxury
$445
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $30 | $95 | $260 |
| Food and drink | $15 | $35 | $85 |
| Local transport | $10 | $15 | $40 |
| Activities | $10 | $25 | $60 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2025). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 1 of 4Exercise normal precautions
Exercise normal precautionin Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is generally a safe destination for travelers. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Review our Travel Guidance for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines:
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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