Martinique holidays World class beaches, laid back atmosphere and family friendly holidays in Martinique
Martinique holidays - a rugged Caribbean island that’s part of the Lesser Antilles. An overseas region of France, its culture reflects a distinctive blend of French and West Indian influences. Its popularity is down to it having white silky-sand beaches, rain forests, mountains, an active volcano and wonderful coastal resorts. Its largest town, Fort-de-France, features narrow streets and La Savane, a garden bordered by shops and cafes.
Mount Pelée volcano sits in the centre of Martinique is the islands tallest mountain. You will discover lush rain forests, rivers and spectacular waterfalls which make a great day out away from the glorious beaches.
If you are looking for a gastronomic experience then a holiday on Martinique takes some beating. Martinique’s creole dishes are a delicious fusion of African, Caribbean, Indian and European cuisine. With dishes like chicken colombo, cod accras, blood sausage and stuffed crab, your taste buds are in for a delight.
| Key Facts | |
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| Language | French, Martinican Creole, English |
| Currency | Euro |
| Capital | Fort-de-France |
| Known for | Stunning beaches, gastronomic delights, golf, waterfalls |
| Highest mountain | Mount Pelée 1,397m |
| Time difference | GMT -4 hours |
| Temperature | Average daytime high of 27°C |
| Dry season | Mid December to Mid April |
| Tropical storms | July to Nov |
| Main airport | Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) |
Featured vacation rentals around Martinique
Staying in a villa or apartment for your holidays on Martinique, gives you the flexibility to do what you want when you want. The self catering accommodation caters for all budgets and tastes from beautiful luxury villas with private pools, hilltop retreats to relax and unwind or chic and stylish apartments - there is something for everyone.
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With a tropical climate, it is hot and humid all year. The temperature averages a very pleasant 27°c throughout the year with highs of 32°c and lows of 21°c. The best time to vist is between mid December and April as the weather is warm and dry and during this period, there are many vibrant and cultural festivities.
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Top things to see & do around Martinique
Martinique is known for its beautiful beaches, tropical rain forests and volcano but there is plenty more to this fantastic island for you to explore and experience.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Mount Pelée volcano | ✔ |
| Plage des Salines beach | ✔ |
| Jardin de Balata botanical garden | ✔ |
| Gorges de la Falaise waterfall | ✔ |
| Take a tour of the Banana Museum | ✔ |
| Reef diving | ✔ |
| Habitation Clément Rum Distillery | ✔ |
| Hiking around the Caravelle Peninsula | ✔ |
| St Louis Cathedral | ✔ |
Our view on Martinique holidays
With an enviable tropical climate, superb beachside restaurants, sailing, diving and home to some of the best beaches in the World, it's no wonder why Martinique is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean attracting tourists from around the world. And, renting your very own self catering villa is the perfect way to relax and enjoy the many delights of this exclusive tropical retreat.
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