Martinique / Currency/Credit Cards
The currency of Martinique, which is part of France, is the Euro. It currently exchanges at roughly US$1 = €0.75. US dollars are accepted in large hotels but it is more convenient to carry euros for shops and restaurants. Major credit cards are accepted in tourist areas and in Fort de France. Traveller’s cheques in dollars or euros are accepted in many shops in town.
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Looking for inspiration?
- Visit the historic town and former capital, Saint-Pierre, at the foot of te volcano, Mont Pelee
- Take a ferry to Pointe du Bout ad Trois-Ilets and visit the birthplace of Empress Josephine
- Go shopping in Fort-de-France and experience its variety of shops from expensive French perfume at Roger Albert to the busy indoor market
- Hire a car for a scenic drive north through pineapple plantations and the dramatic rainforest
- Enjoy an evening of traditional folk dancing
