Martinique – Travel Guide
Martinique, a French Caribbean island, allures travelers with its blend of French and Creole culture, evident in its cuisine, language, and architecture. Fort-de-France, the capital, boasts colonial buildings, vibrant markets, and the historic Schoelcher Library. Les Trois-Ilets offers a glimpse into Martinique`s past with attractions like La Pagerie, the birthplace of Empress Josephine. The island`s stunning beaches, such as Les Salines and Anse Dufour, provide opportunities for relaxation and water sports. Martinique`s lush rainforests, volcanic peaks, and rum distilleries offer a diverse range of experiences for nature enthusiasts and adventurers.
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Martinique FAQ
What is Martinique known for?
Martinique is popular for its natural beauty, including crystal blue waters and scenic vistas, as well as for its French history and Creole culture. This Caribbean island has attracted a huge number of U.S. travelers over the past years for being a great beach destination with many beautiful resorts, picturesque nature, word renowned creole cuisine and even an active volcano!
What are the best places to visit in Martinique?
Enjoy the white sands, palm trees, and creole flavor of the enchanting Caribbean island of Martinique. The views at Diamond Rock are unforgettable and you must hit other fantastic spots like Caravelle Peninsula Nature Reserve, the market in Fort-de-France, Habitation Clement rum distillery and GrandRiviere. Enjoy the protected hiking trails, intriguing mangrove tours, and canyoning adventures, world-famous surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, bill fishing, and every other conceivable water sport; or just have fun relaxing on the beach. Martinique is truly one place that has it all.
How many days should I spend in Martinique?
We recommend 3 – 5 days based on what you want to see and do. We offer flexible vacation packages so you can select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
What is the best way to get around Martinique?
By Rental Car: The best way to get around Martinique is in a car (either your rental or a cab). Even if you intend to spend most of your trip on the beach, you’ll at least need to take a cab from Martinique Aime Cesaire International Airport (FDF) to either downtown Fort-de-France or the island’s resort areas.
What is the currency of Martinique?
The local currency in Martinique is the Euro. Some hotels and restaurants will accept US dollars, although stores will not, so it is best to get Euros for cash transactions.
Do people speak English in Martinique?
French is the official language of Martinique but you will also hear the locals speaking Créole. With the exception of some hotels and tourist areas, very little English is spoken in this destination.
Best time to visit Martinique
April to May is the best time to visit since the temperature is warm with little rain; the wet season begins in June. Martinique’s peak season is from December through March.
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The local currency in Martinique is the Euro. Some hotels and restaurants will accept US dollars, although stores will not, so it is best to get Euros for cash transactions.
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