The French West Indies aka the French Antilles (Antilles françaises) are the four territories under French sovereignty in the Antilles islands of the Caribbean.
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1. Martinique, Guadeloupe, Dominica & St. Lucia (Martinique Guadeloupe Dominica & St Lucia)
Lynne M. Sullivan (Paperback – Dec 1999)
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The only guide on the market to offer detailed information for travelers to these four stunning Caribbean islands. Delve into Dominica’s rain forest and Carib Indian culture. Relax on romantic St. Lucia. Shop, wine and dine on French Guadeloupe and Martinique. Whatever your looking for, this guidebook tells you what you need to know. A top-notch resort high on a mountain slope? Got it. Want to treat that special person in your life to a five-star restaurant? Got it. Or perhaps you want to relax on the best beach sipping a cocktail. Got it!
This exciting Alive guide is absolutely packed with detail, offering hundreds of hotel review and restaurant recommendations. Plus, you’ll find out all sorts of tid-bits about the islands’ history and culture.
2. DVD Guides – Parfum Des Antilles – Volume 1 (Original French ONLY Version – No English Options)
Pierre Brouwers (DVD)
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DVD Guides Includes 3 DVD: -Petites Antilles Sud -Guadeloupe -Martinique
Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique (Bradt Travel Guide)
Paul Crask (Paperback – Mar 17, 2009)
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Since its decimation by Hurricane Ivan in 2004, the three-island state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique has been rebuilt, renovated and improved. These islands are once more open for business, and enjoying a newfound prosperity as visitor numbers increase year on year. Grenada has national parks that teem with wildlife and trekking opportunities through forests of nutmeg, avocado and mango trees. Neighboring Carriacou is one of the Caribbean’s top diving destinations and Petit Martinique is a laid-back paradise with unspoilt, secluded beaches.
3. Ulysses Travel Guide Martinique
Claude Morneau (Paperback – Oct 2000)
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Visit the birthplace of poet and politician Aime Cesaire, writer Patrick Chamoiseau and Empress Josephine with the fourth edition of the Ulysses Travel Guide Martinique. With this guide in hand, you will be readier than ever to take off and discover the mysterious northern beaches of the Caribbean that seduced Guaguin, as well as those of the South (Salines, Sainte-Anne, Diamant), which enchant countless visitors each year.
Visit Saint-Pierre, the ancient martyr town that is today in full renewal and climb Montagne Pelee, infamous for its solemn volcano. Penetrate the depths of the lush tropical forest, via the Route de la Trace, in quest of its intoxicating fragrances. Stop off in the bustling port city of Fort-de-France and let yourself be charmed by the unique landscapes of the Caravelle Peninsula and the Atlantic Coast.
In this guide you will find: Suggestions for hotels, restaurants and nightclubs for discriminating tastes in all price ranges; a comprehensive listing of all the island’s attractions, star-rated so that you can spot the must-sees at a glance; everything you need to know about outdoor activities, from hiking to scuba diving to bird-watching; 15 detailed maps to help you create your own itinerary and explore the hidden corners of the island.
4. Martinique, Guadeloupe & Dominica: A Walking & Hiking Guide
Hunter Publishing
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“Amblers, hikers, beachcombers, power walkers, and anyone who likes to experience the Caribbean with their feet: this book’s for you.” Caribbean Travel & Life.
“Writing as though he is offering advice to old friends, Adkins has unveiled the splendors of foot exploration on the islands.” Backpacker magazine.
“Offers what no other guide provides – information on enjoying the Caribbean exclusively on foot. Keep this if you already own it; otherwise, try to purchase it from a used book dealer.” Library Journal.
“… Fast becoming a popular handbook for all manner of visitors to the Caribbean Islands.” Roanoke Times.
This brings you the most detailed information you will find on hiking trails on these islands. From easy walks along sandy beaches to rugged overnight hikes to quick uphill treks with stunning vistas en route, this guide has something to suit every member of your family. Walking times for each hike are given, along with descriptions of the route. Points of interest are highlighted, including plant and animal life you might see. An introduction to each island offers tidbits of the island’s history, tourist information offices, air travel details and hiking organizations you can contact ahead of time. Maps of each island are included, along with photos. This unique guidebook covers every aspect of exploring these islands on foot. And conditions have never been better for Caribbean-bound walkers and hikers. Trails range through rugged mountains into areas with active volcanoes and cascading waterfalls. Excursions extend from one-hour town and beach walks to strenuous hikes that require the services of a local guide. So, whether you prefer to take in the historical sites and marketplaces or would rather work up a sweat on one of the mountain or jungle trails, you’ll find something to suit your tastes.
5. The Caribbean: A Walking & Hiking Guide
Hunter Publishing
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“Amblers, hikers, beachcombers, power walkers, and anyone who likes to experience the Caribbean with their feet: this book’s for you.” Caribbean Travel & Life
“Writing as though he is offering advice to old friends, Adkins has unveiled the splendors of foot exploration on the islands.” Backpacker magazine
“Keep this if you already own it; or try to purchase the guide wherever you can find it.” Library Journal
This new edition has been fully updated to bring you the very latest information on hiking trails on Anguilla, Antigua, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Nevis, Saba, Statia and the Virgin Islands. From easy walks along sandy beaches to rugged overnight hikes to quick uphill treks with stunning vistas en route, this pocket-size guide has something to suit every member of your family. Walking times for each hike are given, along with descriptions of the route. Points of interest are highlighted, including plant and animal life you might see. An introduction to each island offers tidbits of the island’s history, tourist information offices, air travel details and hiking organizations you can contact ahead of time. Maps throughout of all islands.This unique guidebook covers every aspect of exploring these islands on foot. And conditions have never been better for Caribbean-bound walkers and hikers. The tiny island of Saba has rebuilt the hand-carved step-trails that were once the only link between the island’s four villages. Dominica has upgraded a network of trails through rugged mountains into areas with active volcanoes and cascading waterfalls. Excursions range from one-hour town and beach walks to strenuous hikes that require the services of a local guide. So, whether you prefer to take in the historical sites, marketplaces and Dutch buildings in Philipsburg or would rather work up a sweat on the Victor Hugues Trail (8 hours, one way) on Guadeloupe, you’ll find something to suit your tastes.
6. 2008 Country Profile and Guide to Martinique- National Travel Guidebook and Handbook – French West Indies, French Antilles, Mount Pelee Volcano, Agriculture (Two CD-ROM Set)
U.S. Government (CD-ROM – Jun 8, 2007)
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Completely updated and revised for this new edition, our unique electronic book on two CD-ROMs has an amazing collection of the finest federal documents and resources about Martinique, providing encyclopedic coverage of all aspects of the country. This disc set provides a truly fantastic reference source, with over one hundred thousand pages reproduced in Adobe Acrobat format! There is complete coverage of newsworthy material about Martinique, including the French West Indies, French Antilles, population, trade, Mount Pelee volcano, U.S. relations, reference resources, agriculture, red palm mite, weather data, and more. This incredible and comprehensive series on the countries of the world contains material from the State Department, Department of Defense, White House, and cabinet agencies including Agriculture, Energy, and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. There is complete information about geography, people, government, the economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. In addition to the nation-specific material, as a bonus we have included reports about every country on the globe, with 271 nations, dependent areas, and other entities identified by the Central Intelligence Agency. The CIA World Factbook is considered an invaluable “world encyclopedia” reference book. This incredible two CD-ROM set is packed with over 100,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software – allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems. The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material.
