[{"q":"How To Get There? ","a":"St. Vincent and the Grenadines has an international airport (Argyle International Airport - AIA).  \r\nMajor airlines from USA Canada and UK fly directly to AIA on weekly schedules in season.  If these are  not convenient or available to you, most international airlines fly into Barbados and St. Lucia from where flights with regional airlines  Caribbean Airlines, InterCaribbean Airlines and LIAT will transfer you to AIA, a mere 20 minutes flight."},{"q":"CUISINE KNOWN FOR ","a":"SVG's cuisine is packed with sunshine, fun and lots of flavour. \r\nFrom breadfruit to mahi-mahi , dumplings and fried plantain.  \r\nRoast breadfruit and fried jackfish is one of the most popular dishes, a must try, not forgetting the classic buljol, a type of salad made from saltfish.\r\nConch and lobster are also favourites when in season."},{"q":"Popular events\/ festivals","a":"Carnival\r\nNine mornings\r\nFisherman's Day\r\nGospel fest month,\r\nBreadfruit festival \r\nIndependence Day Celebration\r\nNational drama festival\r\nSVG blues & rhythms festival\r\n"},{"q":"What is the terrain like?","a":"Vincent (volcanic in origin) has a rugged mountainous terrain covered by lush forests with very little level ground. \r\nLocated in northern St. Vincent is the country's highest peak, Mt. Soufri\u00e8re at 1234 mtrs. (4,048 ft.).\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.worldatlas.com\/web image\/country's\/numerical\/caribb\/stvincentandthegrenadines\/vcland.htm"},{"q":"What is the climate like?","a":" In Saint Vincent and the Grenadines the climate is tropical, with a relatively cool, dry season from January to mid-April.\r\nRainy season is May -  October petering off into December when it could be somewhat hot and humid especially in August. Rain falls more frequently in the mountains.\r\nAnnual average rainfall is 380 cm (150 inches) inland and 200 cm (80 inches) on the coast. \r\nAverage yearly temperature 27 degrees C\/81 degree F).\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.climatestotravel.com\/climate\/saint-Vincent-and-grenadines\r\n\r\nhttp:\/\/www.tourism.gov.vc\/tourism\/weather"},{"q":"What Are The Entry Requirements?","a":"Basic requirements:\r\nA valid passport for entry \r\nA return airline ticket and\/or proof that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay.\r\n\r\nCountries requiring a visa include:\r\nDominican Republic\r\nJordan\r\nSyria\r\nIran\r\nIraq\r\nLebanon\r\nChina\r\nNigeria\r\nApplicants must apply to the Ministry of National Security in St. Vincent."},{"q":"What Are The Marriage Requirements?","a":"An application for a Marriage License CANNOT be obtained in advance by mail.\r\n- Licenses must be applied for in person at the Kingstown Court House. \r\n- Allow at least three days to obtain the marriage license. \r\n- There is a one day residency requirement. \r\n- Birth certificates or passports are required.\r\n- Proof of divorce or the death certificate of a deceased spouse must be presented, if applicable.\r\n- A Governor General\u2019s license can be obtained through the Ministry of Tourism, Aviation, Culture and Women\u2019s Affairs\r\n- An ordinary license can be obtained through the Registrar. The cost will be approximately $185.00. \r\nFor more information, contact the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Tel: 784-457-1502.\r\nhttp:\/\/www.visailing.com\/articles\/married-in-Caribbean\/married-in-Caribbean"},{"q":"What Are The Healthcare Options?","a":"The Milton Cato Memorial Hospital is the main hospital that offers all medical services including emergency care, located in Kingstown, capital.\r\nAnother smaller facility with limited services requiring transfer to Kingstown is located in Georgetown.\r\nHealth Clinics are found throughout the Island.\r\n\r\nPrivate medical clinics include: \r\nIntegrated Medical Care\r\nArnos Vale Medical Center \r\nHealth Solutions Inc that offers dialysis plus laboratory and  radiology services. \r\n\r\nThere are many pharmacies and private outpatient draw site  laboratories.\r\n"},{"q":"Other Useful  Facts","a":"Water:  safe to drink on mainland St. Vincent.  On other Islands water comes from rain collection, wells or desalination plants so taste and quality vary.  Bottled water is available throughout for purchase.\r\n\r\nCurrency: official currency used is the  Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$). Fixed exchange rate linked to the US$ is $EC$2.68.    \r\nUS$!. Rates with other international currencies is variable.   \r\n\r\nCredit Card: many hotels and restaurants accept credit cards, whereas others operate on a cash basis.\r\n\r\nBanks: Commercial banks include:\r\nBank of St. Vincent, Republic Bank, CIBCFCIB, plus other national banks. ATMS  can be found in most of the larger supermarkets and the banks themselves, and dispense only EC$. \r\n\r\nElectricity: All the islands us the 2 pin US system and have 110V with 60 Hz cycle.  Some hotels may have also 220\/240V 50Hz systems that require the 3 pin system.  It is still advised to walk with a portable adaptor and transformer\/converter.\r\n\r\nTelecommunication: Two providers operate on the Island namely FLOW and DIGICEL. Wi-Fi service is found in all hotels as well as in most accommodations."}]