A luxury island and two top hotels in Grenada are under strict security for a group of wealthy Russians identified as part of the oligarchy, visiting for the holidays. They have taken over Calivigny Island and the Six Senses and Secret Harbour hotels, employing a private security firm to ensure protection. The rental cost for Calivigny Island is approximately $150,000 per night, and the island is self-sufficient with its own electricity and water supply.
Local residents reported heightened security measures, with restricted access to these areas. Some staff at Calivigny Island have been sent home, while reports suggest that special medical teams and equipment have been brought in for the guests. Locals recount negative experiences with Russian visitors, describing them as uncouth and disrespectful.
Attempts by the Russians to book the Silversands hotel were unsuccessful, and one hotel owner expressed a refusal to accommodate them based on prior experiences. The oligarchy, comprised of ultra-wealthy elites who gained fortunes during the 1990s in Russia, are viewed critically, with concerns about their influence and behavior in Grenada.
