Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine January 2019 | Page 388
MARTINIQUE
Events
FEBRUARY 8 - 10
The Round Martinique Regatta
POPULATION
SIZE
386,486 (2013) 1,128 sq. kilometers
OFFICIAL LANGUAGE CAPITAL CITY
French
CURRENCY
Euro
(1 United States Dollar equals 0.897 Euros)
Fort-de-France
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE
280 C / 82.40 F
PRODUCTION CREW:
L to R: Carlon Braithwaite, Eurlanzo Jeffers, Zenoushka Meade, Christum Weekes, Jerely Browne
A fun event, held annually, it attracts
local and international, amateur and
professional participants.
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MARCH 3 - 6
Martinique Carnival
This is a true cultural celebration, with
eager participation from the villages
throughout the island. Street parades
depicting the island’s traditions will
keep you entertained. It is a festive
series of events visitors will find very
appealing.
Photo Credit: Alfredo la Casta