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This Gallic toehold in the Caribbean exudes a distinctly French air, enticingly spiced up by West Indian warmth. Local culture and cuisine combine both influences. The stylish isle is dominated by Mount Pelee, which destroyed the city of St. Pierre in 1902. Black sand beaches and rainforests are found in the north, with yet more beautiful sands to the south. Sights include La Pagerie, birthplace of Napoleon's Empress Josephine, and Diamond Rock, a 600-foot pinnacle, once registered as a British... more » This Gallic toehold in the Caribbean exudes a distinctly French air, enticingly spiced up by West Indian warmth. Local culture and cuisine combine both influences. The stylish isle is dominated by Mount Pelee, which destroyed the city of St. Pierre in 1902. Black sand beaches and rainforests are found in the north, with yet more beautiful sands to the south. Sights include La Pagerie, birthplace of Napoleon's Empress Josephine, and Diamond Rock, a 600-foot pinnacle, once registered as a British warship. « less
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82°F 27°C
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Le Foyaal

3 of 5 stars
Fort de France
Nov 17, 2009

At the time of writing the Foyaal has two unrivaled advantages over other restaurants in Fort de France: it is the only one to stay open late (well, late-ish, 1.30 am) and the only one to be open on...more

Hotel Bakoua

4 of 5 stars
Chicago, IL
Nov 8, 2009

We only stayed here for one night on our way between St Lucia and Dominica on our Honeymoon... but really wished we could stay longer once we were there. Got in after dark and had to take a cab from...more

Jun 29, 2008

While on a cruise we visited Martinique for a day. I was very disappointed that the cruise line would add this location to their itinerary. Although I can see the natural beauty of the island, I think...more

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