It’s Christmas in Martinique, an overseas region of France in the Lesser Antilles. Here are 4 vital components of local tradition. Cordial Shortly after All Saint’s Day in November, there is a seasonal abundance of oranges and mandarins on the island. For this reason Shrubb, an orange liqueur, is Martinique’s traditional Christmas beverage. You can [...]
Reggae Boyz Facing Elimination at Caribbean Cup
December 11, 2012 | Posted by
The Reggae Boyz are facing a possible elimination from the Caribbean Cup as they managed a 0-0 draw against Martinique Monday night at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium in St. John’s, Antigua. Jamaica is the defending Caribbean Cup champions, who is attempting to get to the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup, but with Monday’s draw they have [...]
Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships Return to Martinique, the ‘Isle of Flowers’
September 6, 2012 | Posted by
Royal Caribbean has included Martinique port calls in winter 2012-2013 itineraries aboard 2.400-passenger Vision of the Seas, marking a return for Royal Caribbean, which last sailed to Martinique in 2009. The Martinique Tourism Authority is heralding the development as a major step forward in its efforts to grow the island’s tourism receipts from the U.S. [...]
