Discover the Flower Island
Martinique is a distinctly French island on the Caribbean, offering a seductive mix of ever-sunny beaches, awe-inspiring landscapes and fascinating history. This rugged Caribbean gem is a perfect escape for travellers who want to soak up the charm of French culture and heritage without diving into the massive tourist crowds in France. It has been nicknamed the “Flower Island” for its lush green vegetation, in the form of botanical gardens, verdant rainforests and dramatic mountains. The fragrant scent of the purple bougainvillaea petals swathing the grounds will follow you wherever you walk…
Fort-De-France is Martinique’s historic capital and major port of call, complete with a nice mix of colonial architecture, botanical gardens, colourful markets and lively streets. The infamous Mount Pelée is set in Saint-Pierre, so this is the right place to be if you’re after the spectacular hike to the crater rim. This quaint town is also the centre of the sugar-producing region and home to the Memorial Museum dedicated to the 1902 volcanic eruption catastrophe. On a Caribbean cruise to Martinuque, revisit the dark chapter in the island’s history, saunter around the charming Fort-de-France or simply bask on the island’s magnificent beaches — before feasting on fine French and Creole cuisine, savouring the taste of France in the tropics!
