Martinique, French Antilles- Tucked away in the heart of the Lesser Antilles, the island has all the gems that the rest of the Caribbean getaways offer-from beautiful beaches to fruity, mixed drinks to delicious seafood and friendly locals.
But the Mediterranean feel that Martinique offers along with an abundance of French touches, old libraries and beautiful churches, blends Europe and the Caribbean so well that you might forget which continent you are on. Here's a sampling of some of the cool hotels, beautiful landscapes and latest news from our trip to Martinique.
Martinique Hotels
From couples resorts that are hidden and off-the-beaten path such as Le Plein Soleil Hotel and the modern luxury-oriented Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa to the family- friendly Hotel Bakaua, you can discover a hotel for just about any traveler seeking to travel to Martinique.
Interiors of the Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa
Martinique's best luxury resort, the island's only five-star property. There are 50 suites, 30 of which have private plunge pools. Room #133, an Executive Suite Duplex, has an outdoor shower and a TV that rotates so you can watch it either from the living room or the outdoor plunge pool.
The dining room at the Le Plein Soleil Hotel
If you like the outdoors and don't mind a friendly visit from a frog or an insect or two, you'll love Le Plein Soleil Hotel. It is ideal for couples seeking to escape the outside world and all its distractions.
Hotel Bakoua, in the destination's liveliest area-near shops, restaurants and a casino-is the best family resort in Martinique. It has 137 rooms and suites, all with balconies or patios, two restaurants, a cocktail lounge, two tennis courts and a swimming pool.
Other Gems in Martinique
The Diamond Rock, similar to one of the Pintons in St. Lucia, is a great landmark to drive by and photograph. Other beautiful landmarks include the St. Louis Cathedral and the Schoelcher Library. Also, get educated in Martinique's history while visiting the Anse Cafard Slave Memorial, an ensemble of 20 colossal stone statues overlooking the sea. It serves as a reminder of the tragic night on April 7, 1830, when a slave ship sank, along with its cargo of men, women and children.
Diamond Rock,
one of Martinique’s most famous landmarks
Travel Agent magazine- 08/2009
