Martinique tourist information with details about
travel to and around the island. Where to stay and what to see is made easier with insider
tips and hand-selected Martinique links, by dedicated editors and visitors to
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Martinique, an Overseas
Department of France, lies between Dominica and St Lucia.
Martinique is of volcanic origin and relatively mountainous.
The British occupied Martinique on several occasions during the
colonial wars between France and Great Britain.
Napoleon's wife, the Empress Joséphine, was born in Martinique and a
statue to honour her stands in a public garden.
In 1902 Mont Pelée erupted, destroying Saint-Pierre; which was then
the island's largest city.
Weather in Martinique
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Martinique.
Fort-de-France
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Accommodation in Martinique
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Comité du
Tourisme de la Martinique:
You'll need to speak French (well, read it at least) to get the most out of the official
Martinique Tourism website but if you intend to travel to Martinique, I presume you can.
Bon voyage!
L'Express
des Isles:
Operates regular sea services between the islands of Guadeloupe,
Dominica, Martinique and St. Lucia.
Martinique Guide:
Comprehensive guide to Martinique with useful information to help you plan your Martinique
vacation.
Martinique Touring
Ideas:
Some suggested sightseeing highlights, from the Martinique Promotion Bureau, to help you
decide where to travel around Martinique.
Ti'Ponton:
The sailor's guide to Martinique includes information about marinas and anchorage spots
around the island of Martinique.
The capital of Martinique, once called Fort-Royal, is in the west
of the island; on the Bay of Fort-de-France.
Three forts defend the landlocked harbour.
The landscapes of the Caravelle Peninsula and the Atlantic Coast will
charm even the most jaded traveller.
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