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Martinique Promotion Bureau: American Airlines Expands Service To
Martinique This Summer
NEW YORK, April 21, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Experiencing the
"Isle of flowers," with its magnificent Fort-de-France Bay, lush
tropical rain forest and majestic Mont-Pelée volcano, will be made
easier this summer thanks to American Airlines.
Starting June 11 through August 13, 2014, American Airlines will
launch an additional weekly non-stop connection from Miami to
Martinique, featuring a departure and return on Wednesdays. The flight
will supplement its weekly Saturday service from Miami to
Fort-de-France, the island's capital.
Martinique (FDF) - Miami (MIA)
Day Flight No. Departure Arrival
Wed-Sat 1243 3:30 pm 7:00 pm
Miami (MIA) - Martinique (FDF)
Day Flight No. Departure Arrival
Wed-Sat 1243 11:20 am 2:50 pm
With the convenient schedule, visitors will be able to check-in to
their hotel, villa or B&B and then head directly for one of
Martinique's storied beaches or to a local restaurant for cocktails
and dinner to enjoy a rum punch and to sample the island's distinctive
Creole French cuisine and other culinary delights.
Martinique, one of the true gems in the Caribbean, can also be reached
four times weekly via San Juan, Puerto Rico on Seaborne Airlines. Like
those of American Airlines, the flights are conveniently timed to
allow easy connections from anywhere in the United States.
Seaborne service can be booked through American Airlines on www.aa.com
About Martinique ( www.martinique.org ) The Caribbean island with
French flair, The Isle of Flowers, The Rum Capital of the World, The
Isle of the Famed Poet (Aimé Césaire) - by any one of its many names
Martinique remains one of the most alluring and enchanting
destinations in the world. Martinique is known for its lush nature;
the island, thanks to its unique biodiversity is one of the 25 hot
spots in the world. It was also named "Top Caribbean Island for
Delectable Dining" by Caribbean Travel + Life, and "Best Caribbean
Destination" by About.com. The bay of Fort-de-France, the capital
city, is among the most beautiful bays of the world. Martinique is an
overseas region of France that stirs the passions with distinctive
culinary delights, awe-inspiring natural beauty, a rich cultural
history, warm smiles and so much more. Napoleon's bride, Empress
Josephine, was born and raised in Martinique. The Majestic Mt. Pelée
volcano and St. Pierre, The Pompeii of the Caribbean are found
here. Martinique also offers a dynamic art scene and a wide array of
local products. A special place, to be sure, with so much to offer -
Martinique c'est magnifique!
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SOURCE Martinique Promotion Bureau
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/CONTACT: Muriel Wiltord, Géraldine Rome, Tel: 212-838-6887, Email: geraldine.rome@atout-france.fr
/Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140421/76834
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