MARTINIQUE, "ISLAND OF FLOWERS"
Caribbean
Paradise Found - Martinique
by Cheryl Matthews
in Travel
(submitted 2011-05-31)
If
your idea of a heavenly holiday is somewhere between going to France to enjoy
its culture, heritage and gastronomic delights, and lounging around in
Caribbean luxury hotels, here's good news for you: there's a way to do both! Go
on a holiday to the French Antilles!
Decidedly
French, Decidedly Caribbean
Spreading
across 350 miles between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the French
Antilles includes two volcanically-active islands, and is the one place where
you can enjoy the culture, food and lifestyle that the French are known for,
while also enjoying the peace and quiet of an authentic paradise in the
Caribbean. Luxury hotels, shopping, recreation, entertainment and other
amenities are available, however, as tourism is a large component of the
economy of the French Antilles.
The
larger island of Martinique is one of the two main regions of the French
Antilles, the other one being Guadeloupe. It is a wonderfully warm and sunny
island made up of little French villages, where the culture of France and the
customs of the Caribbean merge to form a slower, lazier, yet no less
fashionable version of its European motherland. You can enjoy its authentic
French cheeses, Parisian styles and its colonial architecture. If what you're
looking for is a fashionable retreat that provides you with sophisticated
shopping, dining and other pleasures when you step outside those Caribbean luxury
hotels, this is the perfect place for you!
The
Beaches, Of Course
Long
glistening beaches - both black and white sand - and great diving are the main
attractions on the island. In fact, you'll never have to walk far from the
gates of the wonderful Caribbean luxury hotels in Martinique to find all that
and more. Traditional fishing villages are also plentiful, offering visitors a
plethora of delightful things to experience away from the water.
The
High Life
Fort-de-France,
the island's harbourside capital, is the place to be seen when you feel like
venturing out from your Caribbean luxury hotels for a night out on the town.
While the nightlife may not be quite as noisy and hectic as that on the other
more-touristy Caribbean islands, it's still a place where you can count on some
trendy dining and the latest styles - particularly when the chic set converge
for their holidays in the sun.
Back
To Nature
If
nature hikes and bird watching are how you wish to spend your time away from
those indulgent Caribbean luxury hotels, Martinique's rainforests, mountains,
exotic flowers and colourful birds are also there for you to enjoy. Trek
through the old sugar cane, banana or pineapple plantations where you can enjoy
Creole cooking as well as the ever-popular rum at the end of the day.
Unlike
the more highly developed tourist islands of the Caribbean, Martinique
laid-back and far less crowded - a great place for you to unwind. Consult a
good travel professional who will be able to tailor-make arrangements for you
to make sure you'll enjoy every minute of your holiday in Martinique- whether
it's inside Caribbean luxury hotels, or outside!
About the Author
Cheryl
Matthews works for the Essential Hotel Collection, who offer a handpicked
portfolio of privately owned Caribbean luxury hotels with
a personal knowledge of each property. We provide the perfect Caribbean luxury hotels and advice to make your
island dream a reality.
Catch a wave and you’re sitting on top of the world. – The Beach Boys
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