
Named “Best Gourmet Island of the Year 2008” by Caribbean World Magazine and “Top Caribbean Destination for Delectable Dining of the Year 2009” by Caribbean Travel + Life Magazine , Martinique is an overseas region of France that stirs the passions with distinctive culinary delights, awe-inspiring natural beauty, a rich cultural history, warm smiles and so much more. Napoleon’s bride, Empress Josephine, was born and raised here. The Pompeii of the Caribbean, St. Pierre, is found here. The finest French products, from Chanel fashions to Limoges porcelain, are readily available here. La Route des Rhums, a tour of the world’s finest rum distilleries based on France’s famed Route des Vins, is offered here. A special place, to be sure, with so much to offer – Martinique c’est magnifique!
iMadinia is a new app for the iPhone which can be your personal, interactive guide to the island of Martinique.
The Isle of Flowers is now in a prime position to target budget-minded travelers.
Serge Letchimy, president of the Martinique Regional Council, has tapped Karine Roy-Camille to head the Martinique Tourism Authority.
Martinique was the runaway winner in the recent"Best Caribbean Destination poll conducted by About.com’s Caribbean Travel site (www.gocaribbean.about.com).
Martinique continues to make strides toward better accommodating U.S. travelers with the addition of a second daily flight on American Eagle via San Juan.
From May 1 to May 6, Martinique hosted, on the invitation of the Martinique Tourism Authority, a U.S. tour operators familiarization trip including Caribbean products managers and the CEOs from Travelocity, Orbitz, CheapCaribbean, Hotel Beds, and Spanning the Globe.