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The 10 Best Caribbean Islands for Beach Bars

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Some are filled with them. For others, they’re a rarity. While we all love a great beach bar, not every island is a true beach bar destination — where the beach bar is an art form, and where pilgrims make their […]

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Rum Journal: A Legendary Rum Bar in Athens, Greece, Baba Au Rhum

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We’ve written often in these pages of the joy of the Rum Bar, a bar that celebrates the best of Caribbean rum-making with a diverse, robust selection of rums from across the region.  For years, such bars were few and […]

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Tourism Is Heating Up in Martinique 

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Travel to Martinique is heating up so far in 2024, according to new data from analytics firm ForwardKeys.  The French Caribbean island has seen a 4 percent jump in international arrivals so far this year, compared to the same period […]

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Winair Just Launched Its New St Maarten-Martinique Flights 

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In what should be a big boost for the French Caribbean island of Martinique, regional carrier Winair has kicked off its first-ever service between St Maarten and Fort de France.  The new nonstop route opens up Martinique to the large […]


New Airline Flights Connecting Martinique, St Vincent and Saint Lucia 

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An upstart regional carrier has created a new air link between three islands in the Eastern Caribbean: Martinique, St Vincent and Saint Lucia.  The airline, Air Adelphi, is now offering shared charter service that opens up new pathways to the […]


Rum Journal: From Martinique, an Exciting New Trio of Caribbean Rums

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It just might be the most remarkable rum distillery in the whole Caribbean: the Rhum JM distillery in Macouba in Martinique, set inside the rainforest at the base of the island’s towering Mont Pelee volcano.  For nearly two centuries, Rhum […]

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American Airlines Just Expanded Its French Caribbean Flights

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From the rainforests to the rum, the haute cuisine to the beaches, the French Caribbean island of Martinique is among the most diverse, fascinating places to visit in the wider region.  And now it’s easier than ever to fly to […]


The 25 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean, from Adults-Only to Boutique

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What is an all-inclusive resort? In recent years, the answer to that question has changed dramatically. Today, all-inclusive means a resort that is at the cutting edge of travel trends, one that is catering to the demands of a massive […]


The 25 Best Caribbean Beach Bars for 2024

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What is the first thing you want to do after you land at an airport in the Caribbean? For many, it’s a pretty simple answer. Make your way, by car or boat, to your sandy chair, cocktail in hand, at […]

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The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean - 2024

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Don’t be fooled: there is a formula to creating a great restaurant. It’s the same formula we use to evaluate the region’s best places to eat. You see, every great restaurant is built on three core pillars: food, service and […]


Air Canada Is Adding New Flights to the French Caribbean

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Air Canada is set to launch a new nonstop route between Canada and the French Caribbean this winter.  The carrier will be kicking off a new route between Toronto and Fort-de-France, Martinique beginning Dec. 16.  The new service will be […]


American Airlines Just Relaunched This Nonstop Caribbean Route 

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Volcanoes, rainforests, beaches, UNESCO world heritage sites. The French Caribbean island of Martinique is one of the most diverse and fascinating destinations in the wider Caribbean . And did we mention its also home to the best rum it the […]


About Martinique

Martinique, a slice of France in the Caribbean, captivates with its blend of Gallic charm and tropical allure. Explore the island’s lush rainforests, volcanic peaks, and vibrant markets, all while savoring its renowned cuisine and rum.