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Area : 417  sq.mi - Population 432900 hab.
Martinique

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Practical information Martinique

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Area

417  sq.mi
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Flights

11 hrs from London. Distance from the United Kingdom: 4,182 mi.
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Jet Lag

population

Population

432900 hab.
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Airports

Lamentin airport, located just 5 miles south of Fort-de-France, is easily reached by car or coach (00596 42 19 95). Radio taxis: 00596 63 63 62. A return trip Fort-de-France/airport costs about £30 by taxi and £10 by coach.
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Security

Petty crime is rising. On some beaches, it is recommended not to leave your vehicle unlocked or carry valuables.
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Languages

French is the official language but the population also speaks Creole.
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Requirements

Valid identity card or passport. Come with your passport if you wish to go visit the neighbouring islands, which are under the British or Dutch supervision.
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Religion

Catholics (85%), Protestants (10.5%), Hindus (0.5%), Muslims (0.5%), others (3.5%).
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Currency

The Euro. Most international credit cards are accepted everywhere and money can be withdrawn from the ATM machines found at banks, which are open from Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 12:00pm and 2:30pm to 4:00pm.
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Local transportation

To explore Martinique, it is recommended to rent a car. Driving on the secondary roads, poorly served by public transport, will allow you to get to know the interior of the island. All international car rental companies are present at Lamentin airport. Taxi ranks can also be found at the airport and in front of the major hotels.
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Health

No particular vaccine is required.
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Electricity

220 V.
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Flood of tourists

470,890 tourists visited Martinique in 2004.
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Taxes and tips

Tipping is not a common practice on the island. The rates of common products are about 30% more expensive than in France, due to product transportation via plane or boat from mainland France.
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Telephone

To call Martinique from UK, dial 00+ 596 + area code+ number you are trying to reach.
To call Uk from Martinique, dial 00 + 44 + area code + number you are trying to reach.