In Fort de France, Martinique's capital lies a stunning garden. Balata Garden is a magical place full of wonder and beautiful flora. Owner Jean-Philippe Thoz brought his love of botany to his grandparents Creole home and created this wonderland for all to enjoy. Once you've taken in all the gardens have to offer from the ground you can climb into the trees and get a birds eye view of the gardens from the tree top walk. Weather your moving to the island or planning a vacation on the island it's an absolute must see!
Stuff to do on the island
Night life and nature lovers, come one and all. La Savonet is centrally located in Fort de France. This bar and restaurant lined garden park has much to offer. Imagine taking a romantic stroll through the park after dinner with your sweetheart, sitting on a park bench and snuggling up close to each other as the sun fades off in the distance and the music from the local bars fills the air. Just across baie de Fort de France (Fort de France bay) lies Anse Noire, a beautiful black sand beach known for its excellent snorkeling and fishing. If all that's not enough to make you want to pack your bags and move to Martinique than maybe its adventures and thrills your looking for and Mount Pelee has you covered. This semi active volcano is ready for you to come explore. Don't worry the last major eruption was way back in 1902.
Cost of living
Martinique prices run a little higher than other Caribbean islands when it comes to cost of living. What you will find on Martinique that you won't find on most of the other islands is it's availability of high end French imports. If luxury is what your looking for Martinique is your island. You can have it all here! Fine French imports and tropical weather. Life doesn't get much better than this.
Property for sale on Martinique
Martinique doesn't limit the amount of property foreigners are able to buy however finding a larger piece of property will come with a large price tag. There are oodles of 2 bedroom apartments for sale under $300,000 usd but if your looking for a single family home plan on paying closers to $600,000 usd. That's a little to rich for my blood but if you've got the cash this island is amazing. French meets Caribbean, two lavish lifestyles smashed into one with a price tag to match.
Language
The primary language spoken is French. It would be a good idea to brush up on your on the language of love before moving to Martinique.
Working on Martinique
If your coming from Europe getting a job shouldn't be a problem, however finding a job will be tricky. The unemployment rate is high and unless you work in the medical field it may be tough to find a job. If your coming from the U.S. or somewhere outside of Europe you will need to apply for a work permit. Because Martinique is an overseas region of France all work permits will need to be applied for through the French consulate.
Staying longer than 90 days.
If your planing a short trip your current passport will allow you to stay up to 90 days. If your planning to make a permanent move to the island you will need to apply for a visa through the French consulate in your place of residence. If you plan to retire in Martinique you will need to show a source of income along with your standard paperwork, such as photo identification and letters of upstanding citizenship from local authorities when applying for the visa.
Martinique in a Nut Shell
This sometimes overlooked island is one of the Caribbean's hidden secrets. It's a jewel to be found. The French and Creole heritage blend wonderfully together enriching everything from the food to the luxurious way of life on the island. Nature lovers, Food lovers, Adventurers and Life lovers will be constantly in awe of this gem.
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