Martinique

Martinique epitomises the French Caribbean, offering the best in French café-culture and cuisine with the enchanting landscapes and climate of the Caribbean. The capital, appropriately named Fort de France provides visitors with historic architecture and characteristic accommodation and restaurants (over 150 throughout Martinique) whilst avoiding the high rise culture of some of its Caribbean counterparts. French is the official language and English is also spoken in most hotels and tourist areas.

For those seeking active pursuits, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, horse riding, all-terrain cycling and golf are available. Yachting is extremely popular on the island, with many marinas catering to the sailing crowd. Celebrations include the Nautical Week (February), the four-day Sailing Regatta (June) and the five-day Tour des Yoles Rondes (August).

Beaches range from white sand in the South to volcanic black sand coves in the North and inland, visitors are rewarded with tropical rainforests, hot springs, rugged peaks and gorges and plenty of tropical plants.

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Official Language: French. Creole is commonly spoken and English is spoken in most hotels and tourist areas.

Transport: Driving is on the right, a valid International Driver's licence is required.

Currency: The Euro

Departure Tax: Included by Airline.

Capital: Fort-de-France

Entry Requirements: full valid passport and return ticket. No visa required for UK/EU citizens.

Time Zone: GMT - 4

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