Martinique

For many of those lucky enough to lunch along the shores of Grande Anse-d'Arlet, this is what the "drive" home looks like.

There seemed to be something singularly soothing about the sea at La Plage des Salines, Martinique's most celebrated beach.

Shell's Beach Bar, Martinique remains unknown to me. This video I just ran across on their Facebook page, though, suggests I need to change that ASAP... 

Rhum Clément may be one of the most prestigious spirits brands in the world, but it has a playful side as well. Just look at Rhum Clément Cuvée Festive.

Standing on Anse Couleuvre, Ilet La Perle is impossible to miss. It's nice to admire from shore, but it's La Perle's undersea attractions that truly amaze.

Martinique Carnival is a bit unique among West Indian Carnivals. The fete here continues an extra day after it ends in Trinidad and most everywhere else.

I was starving when I started back toward Tartane in search of relief. Before I could make it, though, I found all that I could need at Ti Carbet.

Martinique really is The Culinary Capital of the Caribbean. So, it should only follow that I enjoyed the very best airport food of my life here, right?

Right now, I think the spot best-suited for my next family trip to Martinique is a place I've only heard a bit about: Le Village de la Pointe.