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Martinique
Marine Transport Services to Martinique 14°38'N 61°04'W
Martinique is the main island of the French Antilles and the most northerly of the Windward Islands.
Like France, Martinique has stylish food, stylish clothing and great pride in all things French. But it's also very much a part of the Caribbean, with its beautiful mountains, tangled rain forests, long beaches and African-influenced heritage.
Most yacht facilities around the capital Fort-de-France which is the largest city in the Windward Islands and has a distinctly European flavour.
A third of Martinique is forested and other areas are given over to pineapples, bananas and sugar cane fields.
You can also find fishing villages and remote beaches untouched by development.
In the north-west of the island you will find the famous volcano Mount Pelle.
Dockwise provides marine transport for clients who wish to discover the culture of French destination.
General Information Martinique
Area: 1100 sq km (424.7 sq miles).
Population: 381,427 (1999).
Population density: 346.8 per sq km.
Capital: Fort-de-France.
Population capital: 94,049 (1999).
Language: The official language is French; a Creole patois is widely used.
Religion: The majority of the population is Roman Catholic.
Time: GMT - 4.
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz.
Currency: Euro (€) = 100 cents.
US Dollars are also accepted in some places.
Country Code: + 596 ~
IDD Access Code: 00 ~
How to get there
France has the best access to Martinique. Air France has daily flights between Paris and Martinique. It's also easy to get to the island from the US.
Within the Caribbean several carriers fly between Martinique and Guadeloupe, St Martin and St Lucia.
In addition to ferry connections between Martinique, Guadeloupe, Dominica and St Lucia, Compagnie Générale Maritime has a weekly cargo/passenger boat to France. Cruise ships land at Pointe Simon in Fort-de-France.
Yachting is very popular in Martinique and there are numerous charter companies operating on the island.
Basic contact information for airports to get in Martinique:
MARTINIQUE
Country Code: + 596 ~
IDD Access Code: 00 ~
Time Zone: GMT - 4
MARTINIQUE-LAMENTIN AIRPORT (FDF)
Martinique Airport, Martinique, Aéroport Int´l De Fort de France, BP 279, 97285 Le Lamentin Cedex 2
Tel.: + 596 42.16.00, (Manager) + 596 42.18.88, (Public Relations) + 596 42.18.91
Fax: + 596 42.18.77
E-mail: ccim@cgit.com or cyrille@martinique.cci.fr
Weather
The best time to visit Martinique is November-May, when the coastal day temperatures are in the 70s-80s F/23-32 C and nights are in the 60s-70s F/15-27 C. In the mountains, it's always 10 degrees F/5 C cooler.
The main rainy season occurring in the autumn, when it can get a bit warmer and more humid. Showers can occur at other times of the year, but they are usually brief. Hurricanes are possible during these months.
Marinas
PORT DE PLAISANCE
Bd Allegre
97290 Le Marin
Martinique
Tel.: + 596 (0) 596 741 507 / + 596 (0) 696 228 813
Fax: + 596 (0) 596 741 508
E-mail: nadine@dockwise-yt.com
Internet: www.portmarin.com
YACHT SERVICES
Douglas Yacht Services
Bât 4 RDC, Port de Plaisance
97290 Marin, Martinique
Contact: Douglas Rapier
Mobile: +596 696 45 89 75
Office: +596 596 52 14 28
Fax: +596 596 52 07 36
E-mail: Douglas@yachtservices.fr
Additional Information
INBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Nadine Massaly
Port de Plaisance
Boulevard Allegre
Le Marin 97290, Martinique
Tel: +596 596 741 507
Fax: +596 596 741 508
Cell: +596 696 228 813
E-mail: nadine@dockwise-yt.com
Meeting Point:
Cul de Sac - Le Marin
(Located at very south of the island)
Customs Agent:
Nadine Massaly
Port de Plaisance
Boulevard Allegre
Le Marin 97290, Martinique
Tel: +596 596 741 507
Fax: +596 596 741 508
Cell: +596 696 228 813
E-mail: nadine@dockwise-yt.com
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II. NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
OUTBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Nadine Massaly
Port de Plaisance
Boulevards Allegre
Le Marin 97290, Martinique
Tel: +596 596 741 507
Fax: +596 596 741 508
Cell: +596 696 228 813
E-mail: nadine@dockwise-yt.com
Meeting Point:
Cul de Sac - Le Marin
Located at very south of the island)
Customs Agent:
DYT Contact:
Nadine Massaly
Port de Plaisance
Boulevard Allegre
Le Marin 97290, Martinique
Tel: +596 596 741 507
Fax: +596 596 741 508
Cell: +596 696 228 813
E-mail: nadine@dockwise-yt.com
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
Loading Onboard DYT Carrier:
Notify our Loading Master upon your arrival on Channel 17 and wait for instructions.
Once loaded, check in with DYT Rep and bring:
- Original yacht registry
- Keys of the yacht clearly marked
- If approved, bring riders with prospective passports
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II. NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
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