Port: Fort de France

Language: French-very, very French

Currency: French Franc, US Dollars are accepted.

Shopping: French products such as perfume, wines and liquors, designer scarves, leather goods and crystal are all good buys in Fort de France. Don’t miss Roger Albert, a very large duty free department store.

Port Facilities: There are actually two docks. One is about a 20 minute walk into town and the other much closer.

Transportation: The majority of taxis are Mercedes and Peugots explaining the expensive rates. Although it is very difficult to find English speaking drivers, we can arrange for them with advance reservations. Tours are done by bus and by car.

Beaches: The easiest way to get to the beach at Les Trois Islet is to take the ferry, which runs every hour from the pier in town.

Points of Interest: St Pierre/ Monte Pelee, where the volcano erupted in 1902, destroying the whole town in less than 3 minutes. A drive through the rain forest will give you a greater appreciation of the lush island interior. Balata Church and of course the downtown area of Fort de France.

EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES

ST. PIERRE/ISLAND DRIVE

Duration : 4 hrs. Transport: Bus and car

On this tour, one will experience a scenic drive through the rain forest, stopping at the Church Balata for a beautiful view, as well as St. Pierre and the museum.

Optional Activities: Walking tour of the city, golf, snorkeling and transfers.

………Know Before You Go!!!!!……….

It is unfortunate that so many do not take advantage of viewing this extremely beautiful island. Although your first thought may be to forgo an excursion, it is without a doubt the best way to fully experience this "Island Of Flowers". The rain forest portion is worth the time and the visit to St. Pierre and its eerie streets and museum a highlight. Just as in Guadeloupe, it is very difficult to obtain English speaking guides but if arranged in advance we will provide buses with English speaking guides on important portions of the tour. Golfing is available but on the expensive side..