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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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Jan
82°F 27°C
69°F 20°C
5 in 12 cm
Feb
82°F 27°C
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4 in 9 cm
Mar
82°F 27°C
70°F 21°C
3 in 9 cm
Apr
84°F 28°C
71°F 21°C
4 in 10 cm
May
85°F 29°C
72°F 22°C
5 in 12 cm
Jun
85°F 29°C
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7 in 17 cm
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Club Med Buccaneer's Creek

2 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Jan 2, 2010

It appears that Club Med's best days are over - the energy, spirit and comeraderie no longer exist at Club Med in Martininique. Buccaneer's Creek definitely does not make American (or non French)...more

Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa

5 of 5 stars
Wilmington, DE
Dec 28, 2009

We spent 10 days at the Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa in Le Francois, Martinique, during the 2009 Thanksgiving holiday. It was very enjoyable and one of our best vacations. The resort was beautiful and...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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