TravelTalkOnline Forums Active Threads

test

Im sure the county has a few people now designated as nude parking and nude potty directors. I see far too much attention coming to what was once a convenient yet primitive parking paradise. Hope im wrong.

Greetings,

Let's start by stating that i know very little about Martinique yet wish to share some resources should you need assistance in taking a leap a faith.

Accomm

I found that booking thru a concierge service provided a huge savings. Either way, the concierge will be handling your file, so cut out airbnb. I booked thru Madikeys.com. Madikeys also offers discount codes to car rental, etc.

Be sure you understand the contract as there are some straightforward clauses i havent signed off on in 15 yrs of carib private rentals.

Buses

Buses run, until they dont. Fort de france has reticulating buses...yet i waited 2 hrs for a bus in ste anne (nowhere near same bus. Im pointing out the advanced bus system). Theres a bus schedule website here;

https://busmaps.com/en/martinique

Navette

A 20 mins shuttle from any of the three docks in 3 islets. The point du bout dock by the small marina and le mitan dock (in front of ti taurus resto) are a safe 10 mins walking distance apart. You can hop on either from fort de france. Its 10 euro return trip. You can buy tix online or at outdoor kiosk though the kiosk may be out of service again.

Link https://transitapp.com/en/region/fort-de-france/martinique-transport-navettes-maritimes/ferry-1b

Taxis

Taxis are very costly per km. You are forewarned but with sun soaked patience, you have options on the many ways to delay your travel time.

Prices increase in the evening, and again late at night. My taxi has an app for a meter.


Food delivery

There are a couple options. I chose 123 click martinique for delivery the day after arrival. They delivery all over the island, yachts, and have pick up locations too. Your 2nd order is with a 10e coupon. There english page is a little confusing but it works well, so far.

Sailing

I signed up for get my boat. Its a website for independant captains who will take you out on either a small group sail or private charter.

Tips and tricks

Resto seems to have 2 sections. Be sure to ask which section is for eating (full service) and which side is for drinks (self serve). They will relocate u if you are on the wrong side, or u wait forever as there is no drink service.

Lespress des iles will ferry you to Dominica

Also theres a ferry to st lucia.

Creole village in 3 islets is not worth the trip. Though if you are in the area, you could spend an hour or two here.


Souvenirs

Ste Anne has lovely high quality souvenir shops.

Fort de france grand marche is an excellent covered market for fresh produce, not far from navette.

Notes

Dengue epidemic is over since summer 2025.

Surgassum ???

Language

Bonjour_bonsoir, merci, comment ca va ?, je ne parle pas le francais, parlez-vous anglais ?, une table pour deux (2), un ver de vin rouge/blanc/rose, s'il vous plait. Une boule is one scoup of ice cream. Glace is ice.


Au plaisir et je vous souhaite un bon sejour a martinique.

Joyeux noel

Cc

Yes, I know the bus/taxi situation however my friend opted out of renting a vehicle...so, a 3 hr bus ride/hitchhike to les salines it will be.

I am also joining cruiseship small taxi tours and negotiating the costs for both of us. Basically we will be +2 for bums in seats when trip is not full (and driver gets 100% of our euros)

Then, i linked up with opt in boat company for day tours.

And we are getting groceries delivered rather than stopping at the maCarrefour on our way from the airport.

If all goes sideways, theres lexpress des iles to Dominica. But lets not go overboard.... jk....

Cheers
Cc

Sorry, this board is not the place to discuss swinging.

I have been to Grand Lido Negril a few times and plan to go back soon!

I completely agree with the responses here.

For me, I love that nudity is officially required in all pool areas, including those attached to swim-out rooms. Guests are permitted to walk nude between their rooms and the pool, and nudity is common in and around the pool area. The "Au Natural" side of the resort is the only area where nudity is allowed, including the pool, boardwalk, and sometimes the lobby.

They do not have their own dedicated restaurant where guests can dine in the nude. Meals are typically served outdoors at the pool area, allowing guests to eat lunch and snacks on their beach loungers without clothing. For breakfast, there is an outdoor area with limited food choices where clothing is required, some walk to the buffet at the sister Royalton resort, where clothing is mandatory. All formal restaurants are located at the neighboring Royalton resorts, and guests must dress appropriately when dining there.

Service varied, with some slow lunch service. And yes, the drink quality was inconsistent depending on the bartender. Reserving poolside chairs with towels is a must for the preferred spots.

I enjoyed my stays and I am going again but there are some of caveats that I mentioned.

I can second all of the above as I have fond memoies of each of these countries.

I add Turks and Roatan, Hondurus.

Caveat: i haven't made it yet to t&c, mostly because years ago when maid service, etc was common, the resort host tacked on $250usd for departure cleaning (way before airbnb normalized this). And, as I always had weekly cleaning incl in my rentals 7yrs ago, this rubbed me the wrong way. No cleaning and a $250 fee...nah, im not doing linens laundry AND paying $350 cad.

Be sure to ask the right questions if you are booking privately.

If I remember correctly, they provide beach towels. It's been two years since we stayed there though.

Bingo - You are right! We were onboard the last week of September. Season was definitely winding down but there were still plenty of boats and the water tolerable for swimming.

Correction on medical issues. I was able to come to an agreement regarding payment. P

Testing


Testing


Testing!!

test

test

Testing

Hi Carol,

Given you are a sxm regular, Antigua might be a match. I find it shares some vibes at times. Having said that it misses areas like Simpson Bay, Maho Orient Bay and Grand Case where you walk from venue to venue.

Rodney Bay area St Lucia does has that vibe. + lush Pitons area - not sure why a hard no for STL. My guess is better match than some other options