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anouan, located in the heart of the Southern Grenadines, is poised to become one of the most sought after vacation destinations in the Caribbean. Ever since some 800 acres of rolling hills and secluded beaches on the northern side of the island were sold to an Italian consortium (Canouan Resorts Development Ltd.) in the mid-1990s, this beautiful island has gone from strength to strength.
The west coast of Canouan, which is blessed with several beautiful stretches of beach, is home to a number of charming places to stay. Canouan Estate & Pink Sands Club
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Canouan
Canouan Estate and Pink Sands Club, a new $200 million, 26-suite, 6-villa hotel and 27 residences, will unequivocally set a new benchmark for luxury hotels in the region. Indeed, with its spectacular golf course, luxurious spa, a marina due to be completed in 2017-2018, an airport with a 5,900 ft. runway, two private jets and shared jet service from Barbados, Canouan aspires to become one of the most exclusive resort islands in the world. The west coast of Canouan, which is blessed with some beautiful stretches of beach, is home to a number of charming places to stay. The Tamarind Beach Hotel has two restaurants, a wonderful spa, a popular little boutique and an outstanding Italian deli offering the very best Italian fare. There is also a selection of comfortable apartments and guest-houses offering rental accommodation in the village. Several shops stock a good selection of general supplies and the small market next to the ferry dock sells freshly caught fish and fruit and vegetables shipped in daily from St. Vincent.