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{{infobox country | {{infobox country | ||
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| flag= Franceflag.gif | | flag= Franceflag.gif | ||
| capital= Fort-de-France |14|40|N|61|0|W| | | capital= Fort-de-France |14|40|N|61|0|W| | ||
| language= French, Antillian Creole | | language= French, Antillian Creole | ||
| currency= Euro € (EUR) | | currency= Euro € (EUR) | ||
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Martinique was colonized by [[France]] in 1635 and in 1946 became a prefecture (province) of France. It is the birthplace of Empress [http://www.napoleonguide.com/josephine.htm Josephine], the wife of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Napoleon_Bonaparte Napoleon Bonaparte]. | Martinique was colonized by [[France]] in 1635 and in 1946 became a prefecture (province) of France. It is the birthplace of Empress [http://www.napoleonguide.com/josephine.htm Josephine], the wife of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Napoleon_Bonaparte Napoleon Bonaparte]. | ||
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Martinique has many coves and inlets as well as a rich history. The food, in this province of [[France]], is as expected excellent. The people are substantially more well off than in other [[Caribbean]] islands. | Martinique has many coves and inlets as well as a rich history. The food, in this province of [[France]], is as expected excellent. The people are substantially more well off than in other [[Caribbean]] islands. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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: A4 Guadeloupe to St. Lucia | : A4 Guadeloupe to St. Lucia | ||
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- | + | The climate of Martinique is tropical, moderated by northeast trade winds; dry season January to April, rainy season May to August. During the rain season the island is very humid and uncomfortable. | |
- | + | Sources of weather forecasting: | |
+ | * [http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/marine/weather?03&LANG=en&WIND=g196 Weather on Line] Detail 7 day forecast charts for the Atlantic. | ||
+ | * [http://www.windguru.com/int/ Wind GURU] A surfer's site with worldwide wind forecasts. | ||
+ | * [http://www.franksingleton.clara.net/navtex_2.html#emed Navtex Broadcasts] List of all the Navtex broadcast times and frequencies (not kept up to date). | ||
+ | * | ||
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+ | ==Passages== | ||
+ | * [[Trans-Atlantic, Europe to Caribbean]] | ||
+ | * [[Trans-Atlantic, Caribbean to Europe Passage]] | ||
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
+ | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
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- | == | + | ==Navigation== |
{{Warning}} The approach into the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin]] lagoon is very tricky to navigate because one must follow a channel that snakes around reefs and shallow sand bars. This channel is well marked but to make it even more challenging it uses the buoys in the American [http://www.uspowerboating.com/usa_atons_iala-b.htm IALA B] system (red right returning) which is the opposite of the [http://www.uspowerboating.com/iala-a_ireland.htm IALA A] used by the rest of the world. That is you must keep a red marker to your starboard instead of to your port. | {{Warning}} The approach into the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin]] lagoon is very tricky to navigate because one must follow a channel that snakes around reefs and shallow sand bars. This channel is well marked but to make it even more challenging it uses the buoys in the American [http://www.uspowerboating.com/usa_atons_iala-b.htm IALA B] system (red right returning) which is the opposite of the [http://www.uspowerboating.com/iala-a_ireland.htm IALA A] used by the rest of the world. That is you must keep a red marker to your starboard instead of to your port. | ||
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Check-in is best undertaken in the main yacht harbor on the island at [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin]]. It is a large landlocked lagoon with many coves and bays. It is considered an excellent hurricane hole. The main commercial harbor is [[Fort-de-France]]. | Check-in is best undertaken in the main yacht harbor on the island at [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin]]. It is a large landlocked lagoon with many coves and bays. It is considered an excellent hurricane hole. The main commercial harbor is [[Fort-de-France]]. | ||
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Vessels MUST clear out at an official Port of Entry so as to obtain a clearance certificate. | Vessels MUST clear out at an official Port of Entry so as to obtain a clearance certificate. | ||
- | ==Customs and Immigration== | + | ===Customs and Immigration=== |
====Immigration==== | ====Immigration==== | ||
European Union nationals do not require visas, since Martinique is part of the EU. US citizens are allowed a stay of up to 6 months. | European Union nationals do not require visas, since Martinique is part of the EU. US citizens are allowed a stay of up to 6 months. | ||
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As per the regulations for [[France]], yachts staying in Martinique for longer than six months become liable for import duty. (More information can be obtained from local Customs) | As per the regulations for [[France]], yachts staying in Martinique for longer than six months become liable for import duty. (More information can be obtained from local Customs) | ||
- | ==Health and Security== | + | ===Health and Security=== |
====Health==== | ====Health==== | ||
{{GreenText|Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.}} | {{GreenText|Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.}} | ||
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{{dest legend |e|m|d}} | {{dest legend |e|m|d}} | ||
{{Image right| Martinique_StAnne1.jpg| The Beach at Sainte Anne }} | {{Image right| Martinique_StAnne1.jpg| The Beach at Sainte Anne }} | ||
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* [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] | * [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] | ||
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{{Image right| Martinique_SteAnne.jpg| The Anchorage at Sainte Anne }} | {{Image right| Martinique_SteAnne.jpg| The Anchorage at Sainte Anne }} | ||
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* June 2005 {{Istioploos2}} | * June 2005 {{Istioploos2}} | ||
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There many anchorages in the island. (''This section needs further additions''). | There many anchorages in the island. (''This section needs further additions''). | ||
- | == | + | ==Facilities== |
- | ==== | + | ====Water==== |
- | + | ''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | |
- | + | ====Electricity==== | |
- | + | ''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | |
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- | ==== | + | ====Toilets==== |
- | + | '''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | |
- | ==== | + | ====Showers==== |
- | + | ''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | |
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+ | ====Laundry==== | ||
+ | ''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | ||
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+ | ====Garbage==== | ||
+ | There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages. | ||
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+ | ==Supplies== | ||
+ | ====Fuel==== | ||
+ | ''See individual [[#Ports|ports]] and [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]]''. | ||
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+ | ====Cooking gas==== | ||
+ | {{Green|Give details on cooking gas (''Camping Gaz'', butane, propane, etc) suppliers. If there are no suppliers in the island just enter "None".}} | ||
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+ | {{mark |name= {{Magenta|Suplier1}}| type= cooking | lat= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} | lon= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} |text= {{Magenta| gas supplier location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.}}}} | ||
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+ | {{mark |name= {{Magenta|Suplier2}}| type= cooking | lat= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} | lon= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} |text= {{Magenta| gas supplier location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.}}}} | ||
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+ | ====Chandlers==== | ||
+ | {{Green|Submit addresses and contact details of chandlers and other marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers. If there not any in the island just enter "None".}} | ||
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+ | {{mark |name= {{Magenta|Chandler1}}| type= chandler | lat= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} | lon= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} |text= {{Magenta| chandler location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.}}}} | ||
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+ | ==Services== | ||
+ | ====Repairs==== | ||
+ | {{Green|List repair services. If no or limited repair services are available on the island write "None" or "Limited".}} | ||
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+ | {{Green|If repairs are included in every port pages, the following line is appropriate, otherwise remove it.}} | ||
+ | ''Also see each Port''. | ||
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+ | {{Green|If repairs are specific ports or by individual mechanics provide specific information as follows:}} | ||
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+ | {{mark | type= service |name= {{Magenta|Yard or Mechanic's name}} | lat= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} | lon= {{Magenta|DD.ddd}} |text= {{Magenta| description, location, tel. ++XX XXXX XXXXX, Email: {{email|[email protected]}}}}.}} | ||
- | ====Internet | + | ====Internet==== |
* In cafés | * In cafés | ||
* in the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] | * in the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] | ||
- | ==== | + | ====Mobile connectivity==== |
- | + | {{Green|Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS in the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?}} | |
- | ==== | + | ====Vehicle Rentals==== |
In the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] and the airport. | In the [[Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina]] and the airport. | ||
- | == | + | ==Provisioning== |
- | + | Good provisions in many places. Rum is one of Martinique famous products. It is reasonably priced, so are French wines. In general, you can find good French products here, in this remote corner of the European Union. | |
- | + | ==Transportation== | |
- | There are daily flights to [[France]] | + | There are daily flights to [[France]]. American Airlines flys (not daily) from Martinique and Saint Lucia to Miami. There is a ferry between Martinique and Saint Lucia, takes 1 1/2 hours and is poorly rated on Trip Advisor. |
- | == | + | ==Eating out== |
- | + | Good food almost anywhere in the island. The French influence is apparent. | |
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+ | ==Tourism== | ||
+ | ====History==== | ||
+ | {{Green|Give a short history of the island.)}} | ||
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+ | ====Places to Visit==== | ||
+ | There many places worth visiting on the island. | ||
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+ | {{hgallery| | ||
+ | {{himage|Martinique2.jpg|Mount-Pelée the Tallest Volcano in Martinique|1600x200px}} | ||
+ | {{himage|Martinique3.jpg|Another Volcano in Martinique|1600x200px}} | ||
+ | {{himage|Martinique1.jpg|Martinique, North Shore|1600x200px}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | == | + | ==Friends== |
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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- | == | + | ==Forums== |
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | ||
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/martinique.html Martinique Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | * [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/martinique.html Martinique Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum] | ||
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- | == | + | ==Links== |
* {{wikipedia}} | * {{wikipedia}} | ||
+ | * {{Wikivoyage}} | ||
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- | ==References | + | ==References== |
* {{Reference|Jimmy Cornell|[http://www.amazon.com/World-Cruising-Handbook-Covering-Maritime/dp/0713658274/ World Cruising Handbook: Covering All the Maritime Nations of the World]|Adlard Coles Nautical; 3rd edition (July 31, 2001)|978-0713658279}} | * {{Reference|Jimmy Cornell|[http://www.amazon.com/World-Cruising-Handbook-Covering-Maritime/dp/0713658274/ World Cruising Handbook: Covering All the Maritime Nations of the World]|Adlard Coles Nautical; 3rd edition (July 31, 2001)|978-0713658279}} | ||
* {{Reference|Ashley Scott and Nancy Scott|[http://www.amazon.com/Cruising-Guide-Caribbean-Marinas-Services/dp/0944428606/ Cruising Guide to Caribbean Marinas and Services]|Cruising Guide Pubns (February 15, 2003)|I978-0944428603}} | * {{Reference|Ashley Scott and Nancy Scott|[http://www.amazon.com/Cruising-Guide-Caribbean-Marinas-Services/dp/0944428606/ Cruising Guide to Caribbean Marinas and Services]|Cruising Guide Pubns (February 15, 2003)|I978-0944428603}} | ||
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{{Contributors|[[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]], [[User:TaoJones|TaoJones]]}} | {{Contributors|[[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]], [[User:TaoJones|TaoJones]]}} | ||
[[Category:Islands - France]] [[Category:Islands - Caribbean]] [[Category:Anchorages - Caribbean]] [[Category:Regions - France]] | [[Category:Islands - France]] [[Category:Islands - Caribbean]] [[Category:Anchorages - Caribbean]] [[Category:Regions - France]] |
Latest revision as of 16:52, 18 March 2024
Martinique
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Capital | Fort-de-France |
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Language | French, Antillian Creole |
Currency | Euro € (EUR) |
Time zone | ECT (UTC-04) |
Calling code | +596 |
Martinique is a province of France. It is part of the French Antilles and the most northerly of the Windwards Caribbean islands. Martinique has an area of 1,128 km2 and a population of 432,900. It is very mountainous and green. There are two volcanoes, the tallest Mount-Pelée is still active and on May 8 1902 it erupted destroying the then capital of the island, St. Pierre, killing over 30,000 people.
Martinique was colonized by France in 1635 and in 1946 became a prefecture (province) of France. It is the birthplace of Empress Josephine, the wife of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Martinique has many coves and inlets as well as a rich history. The food, in this province of France, is as expected excellent. The people are substantially more well off than in other Caribbean islands.
Charts
- BA
- 956 Guadeloupe to Trinidad
- 94 Southern Martinique
- NIMA
- 2554 Martinique
- Imray-Iolaire
- A4 Guadeloupe to St. Lucia
Weather
The climate of Martinique is tropical, moderated by northeast trade winds; dry season January to April, rainy season May to August. During the rain season the island is very humid and uncomfortable.
Sources of weather forecasting:
- Weather on Line Detail 7 day forecast charts for the Atlantic.
- Wind GURU A surfer's site with worldwide wind forecasts.
- Navtex Broadcasts List of all the Navtex broadcast times and frequencies (not kept up to date).
Passages
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Warning: The approach into the Cul-de-Sac du Marin lagoon is very tricky to navigate because one must follow a channel that snakes around reefs and shallow sand bars. This channel is well marked but to make it even more challenging it uses the buoys in the American IALA B system (red right returning) which is the opposite of the IALA A used by the rest of the world. That is you must keep a red marker to your starboard instead of to your port.
Entrance
Check-in is best undertaken in the main yacht harbor on the island at Cul-de-Sac du Marin. It is a large landlocked lagoon with many coves and bays. It is considered an excellent hurricane hole. The main commercial harbor is Fort-de-France.
Arrival
Vessels MUST make first landfall at an official Port of Entry.
Note: Non-french vessels should fly the the French courtesy flag and NOT the local Martinique flag.
Customs and immigration formalities must be completed as soon as possible after arrival.
PLEASE NOTE: The original ship's registration documents must be produced - copies are not accepted.
Departure
Vessels MUST clear out at an official Port of Entry so as to obtain a clearance certificate.
Customs and Immigration
Immigration
European Union nationals do not require visas, since Martinique is part of the EU. US citizens are allowed a stay of up to 6 months.
Visas are required for nationals of South Africa, Bolivia, Haiti, Honduras, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Turkey, Dominica, St Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago. Non-EU citizens intending to stay for more than 3 months will need a visa.
Customs
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
PETS: The Pets Travel Scheme (PETS) is accepted but note that bi-lingual Animal Health Certificates are required. More info is available from the Capitainerie of Le Marin on: Ph: +596 74 83 83, Fax: +596 74 92 02.
As per the regulations for France, yachts staying in Martinique for longer than six months become liable for import duty. (More information can be obtained from local Customs)
Health and Security
Health
Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.
Security
- Warning: Here, as in all of the Caribbean, dinghy theft is endemic. Always lock your dingy when going ashore, even within the marina.
Berthing
Ports
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- (Commercial Port)
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Sainte Anne
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Date of member's last visit to Martinique and this page's details validated:
- June 2005 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
Other Anchorages in Cul-de-Sac du Marin
There many anchorages within Cul-de-Sac du Marin. (This section needs further additions).
Others
There many anchorages in the island. (This section needs further additions).
Facilities
Water
See individual ports and marinas.
Electricity
See individual ports and marinas.
Toilets
'See individual ports and marinas.
Showers
See individual ports and marinas.
Laundry
See individual ports and marinas.
Garbage
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
Supplies
Fuel
See individual ports and marinas.
Cooking gas
Give details on cooking gas (Camping Gaz, butane, propane, etc) suppliers. If there are no suppliers in the island just enter "None".
Suplier1 [[Martinique#Suplier1|Suplier1]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd gas supplier location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.
Suplier2 [[Martinique#Suplier2|Suplier2]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd gas supplier location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.
Chandlers
Submit addresses and contact details of chandlers and other marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers. If there not any in the island just enter "None".
Chandler1 [[Martinique#Chandler1|Chandler1]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd chandler location etc, tel. +XX XXXX XXXXX.
Services
Repairs
List repair services. If no or limited repair services are available on the island write "None" or "Limited".
If repairs are included in every port pages, the following line is appropriate, otherwise remove it. Also see each Port.
If repairs are specific ports or by individual mechanics provide specific information as follows:
Yard or Mechanic's name [[Martinique#Yard or Mechanic's name|Yard or Mechanic's name]] DD.ddd, DD.ddd description, location, tel. ++XX XXXX XXXXX, Email: [email protected].
Internet
- In cafés
- in the Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina
Mobile connectivity
Is there mobile telephone signal such as G4, G3, GPRS in the island? How strong is the signal? Are there any blind spots?
Vehicle Rentals
In the Cul-de-Sac du Marin Marina and the airport.
Provisioning
Good provisions in many places. Rum is one of Martinique famous products. It is reasonably priced, so are French wines. In general, you can find good French products here, in this remote corner of the European Union.
Transportation
There are daily flights to France. American Airlines flys (not daily) from Martinique and Saint Lucia to Miami. There is a ferry between Martinique and Saint Lucia, takes 1 1/2 hours and is poorly rated on Trip Advisor.
Eating out
Good food almost anywhere in the island. The French influence is apparent.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.)
Places to Visit
There many places worth visiting on the island.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Martinique at the Wikipedia
- Martinique at the Wikivoyage
References
- Jimmy Cornell, World Cruising Handbook: Covering All the Maritime Nations of the World, Adlard Coles Nautical; 3rd edition (July 31, 2001), ISBN 978-0713658279
- Ashley Scott and Nancy Scott, Cruising Guide to Caribbean Marinas and Services, Cruising Guide Pubns (February 15, 2003), ISBN I978-0944428603
- Chris Doyle, Cruising Guide to Trinidad and Tobago Plus Barbados and Guyana, Cruising Guide Pubns; 3 edition (January 5, 2007), ISBN 978-0944428771
- William T. Stone and Anne M. Hays, Cruising Guide to the Caribbean, Sheridan House; Rev Rep edition (August 21, 1998), ISBN 978-0924486579
Comments
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