Important Things To Know
Currency
Martinique is a French region and uses euros on the island. The symbol for the euro is €.?
It is available in banknotes and coins. The banknote denominations are €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, and €500. And the coins are 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, and €2.?
Martinique Diving ? R.Pakiela (Photo Credit: Martinique Diving ? R.Pakiela)
National Languages
The national language of Martinique is French but you¡¯ll also hear a lot of locals speaking Cr¨¦ole.?
Unfortunately, not a lot of people speak English. So you may find it a little difficult outside of major tourist destinations to communicate with locals and transport companies.?
We recommend having a phrase book on hand or getting a translation app to help navigate the region.?
Climate And Weather
Located in the Caribbean sea, north of Trinidad, the island of Martinique experiences hot and humid weather. It¡¯s so hot year-round that the country doesn¡¯t distinguish between winter and summer. For example, there is barely a 10¡ãF difference between the average hottest and coldest day of the year.?
So, what does change about the weather? The clouds. From April to November, Martinique is covered in clouds. It¡¯s also during this time - May to December - that Martinique experiences its longest and wettest season.?
We¡¯d recommend preparing a big supply of SPF for sun protection. It¡¯s also important to have water on hand to stay hydrated, especially if you¡¯re not used to the heat.?
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