The name Barahona sounds like a promise of adventure and authenticity. Nestled in the south-west of the Dominican Republic, this province, nicknamed “The Pearl of the South”, offers a unique face of the country, far from the beaten track and mass tourism. Here, every turn reveals a living postcard of mountains plunging into the Caribbean Sea, pristine beaches and lush forests. Ready to embark on a journey where nature, culture and people intertwine?

A land of sea, mountains and rivers

Barahona’s unique landscapes

Barahona is first and foremost a mosaic of breathtaking landscapes. Imagine towering cliffs overlooking turquoise waters, fishing villages where colorful pirogues await the return of the tides, and mountains that seem to touch the sky before plunging into the ocean. The Barahona-Enriquillo coastal road offers breathtaking panoramas worthy of the greatest adventure films.

Barahona
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Barahona
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Unspoiled beaches and crystal-clear rivers

Here, pebble or white sand beaches such as La Saladilla, San Rafael or Los Patos invite you to relax, away from the crowds. In Los Patos, you can swim at the mouth of one of the world’s shortest rivers, where fresh waters mingle with waves. Rivers such as the Yaque del Sur and the Nizaito meander between the mountains, offering natural pools perfect for a refreshing swim. Barahona is the promise of an unspoilt paradise on earth.

Barahona
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Barahona
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Exceptional biodiversity

National parks and nature reserves

Barahona is a sanctuary for nature lovers. Sierra de Bahoruco National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to an impressive diversity of ecosystems: dry forests, cloud forests, cliffs, caves and lagoons. This park, the heart of the Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo Biosphere Reserve, rises to an altitude of over 2,300 metres and is the kingdom of orchids, rhinoceros iguanas and over 100 species of birds.

Endemic species and natural treasures

Along the trails, you may come across one of the 32 endemic orchid species, or hear the rare song of the palmchat bird. Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted by the presence of pink flamingos in the Oviedo lagoon or American crocodiles in Lake Enriquillo, the lowest point in the Caribbean at 44 metres below sea level. Barahona is also home to the famous larimar, a unique blue stone extracted from local mines.

Barahona
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Barahona
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Barahona
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Authentic, vibrant local culture

Traditions, crafts and gastronomy

Barahona is an immersion in a mixed culture, heir to the Tainos, Africans and Europeans. Here, traditional dances such as the “Palos” tell the story of resistance and local pride. Markets abound with tropical fruit, renowned coffee and larimar jewelry, while the generous local cuisine invites discovery: try grilled fish in coconut milk, yuca empanadas or casabe, a pre-Columbian culinary heritage.

A warm welcome from the locals

Far from the usual tourist circuits, Barahona is seduced by the simplicity and generosity of its inhabitants. Take part in a village festival, chat with craftsmen or share a meal with the family: here, authenticity is not a slogan, it’s a way of life.

Adventures and ecotourism experiences

Hiking, swimming and exploring

Barahona is a life-size playground for adventurers. Hike the Sierra de Bahoruco, discover hidden waterfalls such as San Rafael, or explore the region’s mysterious caves. Thrill-seekers can try their hand at surfing on the wild beaches or go mountain biking on the mountain trails.

Barahona
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Barahona
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Larimar, Barahona’s precious stone

It’s impossible to talk about Barahona without mentioning larimar. This semi-precious stone, with its blue reflections reminiscent of the sea, is a local treasure. Visit the mines or jewellers’ workshops to discover the unique skills of the craftsmen and take home an authentic souvenir.

Barahona
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Barahona
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Why choose Barahona, Dominican Republic for your next trip?

Barahona is the guarantee of an extraordinary stay, where wild nature, cultural richness and a sincere welcome combine to offer an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re an ecotourism enthusiast, a lover of secret beaches or curious about traditions, this province opens its arms to you. Let yourself be surprised by the raw beauty of Barahona and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.

Barahona

The Côte des Arcadins,Haiti’s true treasure trove, boasts a coastline as sumptuous as it is unspoilt. Just an hour’s drive from Port-au-Prince, this 19-kilometre stretch of coastline, bathed by the Gulf of Gonâve, offers a picture-postcard setting where the indigo sea embraces the white sand beaches, under the caress of the trade winds. It’s an invitation to slow down, to savor the moment, to rediscover a Caribbean on a human scale, far from the beaten track.

A natural paradise between land and sea

Imagine your feet in the sand, facing a turquoise sea that stretches as far as the eye can see. The Côte des Arcadins is a permanent spectacle of nature at its most beautiful. The beaches, lined with coconut palms and palm trees, invite you to relax, swim or contemplate the flamboyant sunsets. The tropical climate, mild all year round, makes this region an ideal refuge for escaping stress and getting back to basics.

And thrill-seekers won’t be left out: scuba diving, kayaking, sailing, fishing and boat trips let you explore the richness of the coastline and its seabed. Here, every day is a promise of adventure and discovery.

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Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins

Exceptional biodiversity on the Arcadian coast

Beyond its beaches, the Côte des Arcadins boasts remarkable biodiversity. Mangrove forests, veritable natural nurseries, are home to a multitude of species: lobsters, shrimps, colorful fish, as well as dolphins and whales that cruise offshore during their seasonal migration. These fragile ecosystems play an essential role in preserving coral reefs, threatened by climate change, and ensuring the sustainability of local marine fauna.

Haiti, the Caribbean’s second-largest center of biodiversity, boasts a unique flora and fauna, with 75% of its animal species endemic. The Côte des Arcadins is part of this dynamic, offering visitors a rare opportunity to observe a preserved and abundant natural environment.

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Côte des Arcadins
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Côte des Arcadins
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Unforgettable accommodations and experiences

Staying on the Côte des Arcadins means choosing from a range of accommodations that combine comfort, authenticity and breathtaking sea views. Legendary hotels such as Royal Decameron Beach Resort, Kaliko Beach, Moulin Sur Mer and Wahoo Bay Beach Club welcome travelers in search of relaxation or adventure. These establishments offer refined rooms, spas, gourmet restaurants and activities for all ages.

Want to wake up to the sound of the waves? Many hotels offer private beaches, infinity pools and family-friendly areas. The more adventurous can opt for villas or inns nestled in the vegetation, ideal for total immersion in nature.

When it comes to leisure activities, the Côte des Arcadins abounds: mini-golf, hiking, boat trips to the islets, snorkeling, birdwatching and seabed observation. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with family or friends.

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Kaliko Beach
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Royal Decameron Beach Resort
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Wahoo Bay Beach Club
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Moulin Sur Mer

Culture, Gastronomy and authentic encounters

A visit to the Côte des Arcadins is also a plunge into the heart of Haitian culture. Here, gastronomy is savored with your feet in the sand: smoked Creole fish, grilled seafood, djon-djon rice, accras and other local specialties delight the taste buds of gourmets. Every meal becomes a sensory voyage, carried away by the flavors and spices of the land.

Music and dance set the pace for local life. It’s impossible to resist the call of kompa or rara, the emblematic musical styles that make evenings on the beach so vibrant. The warm and welcoming locals are happy to share their history, traditions and love of the country with curious visitors.

Ecotourism and sustainable adventures

The Côte des Arcadins is one of Haiti’s leading ecotourism destinations. Hiking trails wind between sea and mountains, offering breathtaking panoramas and the chance to observe a variety of fauna: iguanas, tropical birds, multicolored butterflies. Local environmental protection initiatives, such as mangrove replanting and coral preservation awareness-raising, make for responsible and committed travel.

For nature lovers, discovering the offshore islets or exploring the coastal forests is an unforgettable experience. Local guides, true ambassadors of the Côte des Arcadins, share their knowledge and reveal the secrets of this unique region.

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Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins

The Côte des Arcadins is much more than just a seaside destination. It’s an invitation to discover, to marvel and to meet. Whether you’re a nature lover, a lounger, an explorer or an epicurean, this corner of Haiti will seduce you and leave you with lasting memories. Let yourself be tempted by adventure, come and vibrate to the rhythm of the Côte des Arcadins, and leave with an irrepressible desire to return.

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Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins
Côte des Arcadins

On July 1, the Saint James distillery in Martinique was transformed into an international mixology stage for the grand finale of The Bartenders Society 2025. The competition, which celebrated its tenth anniversary this year, was not just a showcase for talent from fourteen countries – it also embodied the intersecting ambitions of the spirits industry, experience tourism and regional development. In an exceptional setting, between sugar cane and rum-making traditions, the event combined technical excellence, creative daring and intercultural openness.

A contest with a cult following

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Bartenders Society
Bartenders Society

In just ten years, The Bartenders Society has established itself as one of the world’s most respected competitions in the world of spirits. Created in 2015 by the La Martiniquaise-Bardinet group, this competition pushes bartenders to excel by combining technique, storytelling, innovation and the art of taste. For this anniversary edition, 14 countries were represented. From the United States to Greece, Brazil to Denmark, each came with a story to tell, a world to taste.

La Martiniquaise-Bardinet is also a family story. In the beginning, it was the Cayard family, now represented by the third generation, who owned the brands. A family that has been producing wine and spirits since 1934. Many products are represented in their portfolio. And today, they are present in Martinique to promote their rums in particular.

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Bartenders Society
Bartenders Society

When rum tells a story

The Bartenders Society concept is as simple as it is daunting: in eight minutes, each finalist must create two cocktails – one without alcohol, the other with, while captivating an international jury with a personal, cultural or emotional story. It’s a sensory theater, where spicy notes meet childhood memories, where the acidity of a citrus fruit responds to the wounds of a past or the dreams of a future.

Bartenders Society celebrated not only the tenth anniversary of the competition, but also the anniversaries of two French icons: 260 years of Saint James rum and 270 years of Marie Brizard. A symbolic setting for a competition steeped in heritage.

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Faces, voices, nations

In this arena where shakers tinkle like jazz instruments, the names of the finalists resound like a planetary symphony: Bartosz Jankuniec (Poland), Jonathan Shuber Garcia Montesdeoca (Spain), Joe Clapham (UK), Benoît Guérin (France), Renan Lopes de Oliveira (Brazil), Nuno Carreira (Portugal), Gloria Grassi (Italy), Jules Verlinden (Belgium), Maximilien Jean (Canada), Lionel Birota (Martinique), Augosto Valentinp Calandruccio (Germany), Alexandra Tsatsouli (Greece), Dan Lynch (USA), Caspar Mönniche (Denmark).

Among the participants, two women stood out, a sign that this long male-dominated profession is slowly but surely becoming more feminine.

Three talents on the podium

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Alexandra Tsatsouli

The verdict fell in a warm and intense atmosphere. The podium of The Bartenders Society 2025 crowned three promising figures of international mixology:

🥇 Alexandra Tsatsouli (Greece) – 1st place
🥈 Caspar Mönniche (Denmark) – 2nd place
🥉 Jonathan Shuber Garcia Montesdeoca (Spain) – 3rd place

Their creations impressed the jury with their balance, inventiveness and coherent storytelling.

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Alexandra Tsatsouli
Bartenders Society
Jonathan Shuber Garcia Montesdeoca 3rd place

A jury of excellence

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Ian Burrell
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Daniele dalla Pola
Bartenders Society
Ned Ratcliffe

The final selection was made by a panel of world-renowned experts:

  • ⭐ Ian Burrell, Global Rum Ambassador (London)
  • ⭐ Daniele Dalla Pola, owner of Miami Cocktail Club
  • ⭐ Matthias Giroud, head mixologist and founder of L’Alchimiste (Paris)
  • ⭐ Kate Boushel, Beverage Director, Barocco (Canada)
  • ⭐ Javier de las Muelas, mythical figure of the Dry Martini bar (Barcelona)
  • ⭐ Nathalie Hobe, founder of Nomads Spirit and Marie Brizard ambassador
  • ⭐ Ned Ratcliffe, winner TBS 2024 (United Kingdom)

These professionals evaluated the cocktails according to rigorous criteria: technicality, taste, creativity, storytelling, gestures and time management.

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The art of the cocktail as a vector of identity

The Bartenders Society 2025 has shown that cocktails can become a universal language. It speaks of terroirs, memories and crossbreeding. It brings people together, provokes emotion, and tells what words alone cannot say.

For Donatien Ferrari, Communications Director at La Martiniquaise-Bardinet, this dimension is essential:
“The aim of this event is to promote cocktail culture, but also responsible consumption. We’re celebrating taste, but above all Martinique’s savoir-faire. We’re in a real paradise here, in Sainte-Marie, on the Atlantic coast. This event allows us to promote our products internationally.

Its presence is not insignificant. For behind the Bartenders Society lies an industrial and cultural vision: to make Martinique a strategic player in experiential tourism, while consolidating its place in the global spirits industry.

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Bartenders Society
Bartenders Society
Benoit Guérin (France)

A showcase for Martinique

Hosting The Bartenders Society 2025 means highlighting the quality of local production and Creole hospitality, spirit tourism, the wealth of landscapes and knowledge. It’s also an economic lever: developing wine tourism, upgrading products, creating content (videos, recipes, interviews), and networking producers, mixologists and distributors.

It’s also a strong political and identity message: the Caribbean, often perceived only as a producer, is asserting its ability to set trends, innovate and impose its signature in the highly codified world of luxury and gastronomy.

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Rum as ambassador

In this context, AOC Martinique rum, carried by the Saint James brand, acts as a cultural ambassador. It’s not just drunk, it’s told, staged and stylized. Each cocktail becomes a work of art, each finalist a storyteller.

The spin-offs are many: enhanced brand image, boosted exports, increased curiosity about local products (Caraïbos juices, Marie Brizard syrups), the creation of satellite events and the possibility of training a new generation of Caribbean mixologists.

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The Bartenders Society 2025: a lesson for the future

This anniversary edition of the Bartenders Society not only marked the tenth anniversary of the competition. It outlined a vision for the future, in which Martinique becomes more than just a production region: it becomes a center of creative excellence, a place where high standards, passion, transmission and celebration come together.

🎥 Exclusive videos of interviews and highlights will soon be available on RichèsKarayib to relive this unique experience at the heart of The Bartenders Society 2025.

Ladies Break Festival 2025 returns to the Appaloos’Arena this Sunday, July 6, with its ambition intact: to offer women a space of freedom, sisterhood and breathing space. Much more than a simple musical event, this Martinican festival has established itself in just a few years as a societal highlight, a concrete response to needs that are often unspoken, but deeply felt.

A response to women's mental workload

Ladies Break Festival 2025
Ladies Break Festival 2025

Created in 2017 by Karline Guillaume, the concept was born of a simple but powerful observation: women need time for themselves, to themselves. Away from injunctions, multiple roles and constant expectations. From an intimate get-together to a weekly rendez-vous, the event has grown without betraying its essence. Today, the Ladies Break Festival 2025 embodies the safe place where relaxation, listening and well-being are no longer a luxury, but a necessity.

The presence of partners such as ARS testifies to the health and social dimension of the project. Here, the festival is not devoid of meaning: it becomes an awareness-raising tool, a gentle but firm political act, and above all a moment of joyful sisterhood. One festival-goer sums it up: “It’s not just a break. It’s a place where I can breathe.”

A stage for the new Caribbean generation

Ladies Break Festival 2025 doesn’t just create a cocoon: it also gives a voice to a new wave of young, daring Caribbean artists with powerful stories to tell. Comedian Rodman, who came to prominence alongside Bobi and Jamel Debbouze, will bring his benevolent touch and sharp eye to the world. He embodies the male revival that understands and supports, without taking up space.

At her side, Mylène, a magnetic dancer trained in France and seen on television, takes over from Ludivine Retory as host with grace and repartee. In the showroom, Shanel Hill, singer, actress and voice-over artist, will lend her voice to the exhibitors, transforming the shopping experience into a human adventure. Finally, musical revelation Lyä M, just 17, will rock the Appaloos’Arena with her voice at the crossroads of zouk, R&B and urban pop.

By highlighting these talents, the Ladies Break Festival 2025 assumes its commitment to transmission, empowerment and visibility for new generations of female artists from the West Indies.

Ladies Break Festival 2025
Ladies Break Festival 2025

A rich program, from opening to closing

Ladies Break Festival 2025 will offer a dense, festive and rhythmic day. Here is the full program for this 4ᵉ edition, as revealed:

  • 🕒 10am: Opening of the Trends Showroom (entertainment, shopping, games, photocalls)
  • 🕒 1pm: Launch of DJS Sessions
  • 🕒 2pm: Showtime with Mylène & Rodman
  • 🕒 2:45pm: Talk “Body Positive” by Womanizer
  • 🕒 3pm: Mental Health Awareness by ARS Martinique
  • 🕒 3:30 pm: Showtime with Mylène & Rodman
  • 🕒 4pm: Young Talent Show with Lyä M
  • 🕒4:30 p.m.: Outfit contest hosted by K and E
  • 🕒 4:45pm: Showtime with Mylène & Rodman
  • 🕒 5pm: Dance show by Whuman
  • 🕒 6 p.m.: Showroom closes
  • 🕒 6pm: Saïk musical show
  • 🕒 6.45pm: DJ Show with D’Dream & Amigo
  • 🕒 7:30 p.m.: Princess Lover show
  • 🕒 9pm: Mister Vegas show
  • 🕒 10pm: Ending

DJs on the decks for the day will be Amigo & D’Dream, Whyne, Tug, Klyne.

Ladies Break Festival 2025
Ladies Break Festival 2025

The Lady d'Or: a moment of public recognition

A strong symbol of the festival, the Lady d’Or returns this year to recognize a woman with a remarkable career path, as was the case in 2024 with Ludivine Retory. The name of the 2025 winner remains a secret, but the emotion is already palpable. This solemn, symbolic moment has become a pillar of the Ladies Break Festival 2025, a vibrant tribute to those who, often behind the scenes, make things happen with courage, creativity and commitment.

Ladies Break Festival 2025

An organization designed for serenity

New this year: the cashless mode. Thanks to a contactless wristband, each participant will be able to pay for her purchases quickly and securely. This system, commonplace at major European festivals, avoids queues, improves the flow of services, and guarantees a smooth and serene experience. Ladies Break Festival 2025 is once again innovating to meet the expectations of its audience.

A €5 bonus is even offered for all online top-ups of at least €25 made before July 5. Wristbands can be collected on July 3 and 4 from the Billetterie Nord at Stade Pierre Aliker. Once again, the emphasis is on accessibility, security and comfort.

Ladies Break Festival 2025

With its 4ᵉ edition, Ladies Break Festival 2025 confirms that it is no longer a simple summer event, but a cultural and social pillar of Martinique. By asserting its 100% feminine character, the festival does not retreat: it opens a breach, a place for expression, relaxation, audacity and reconnection. Here, women are not invited: they are at the center.

Karline Guillaume had dreamed it, and the women of Martinique adopted it. The Ladies Break Festival 2025 has not only won hearts, it has won legitimacy.

Ladies Break Festival 2025

Air Transat is set to transform connectivity between Quebec and Guadeloupe with the opening, in February 2026, of a weekly direct flight between Quebec City and Pointe-à-Pitre.

A strategic advance between two worlds

February 18, 2026, Air Transat will launch a direct service between Quebec City’s Jean-Lesage airport and Guadeloupe, operated by Airbus A321LR. This six-hour weekly flight will mark a major step in the development of tourism between these two French-speaking territories. Until now, travellers from the Quebec City region had to pass through Montreal or other air hubs. This new flight eliminates these stopovers, simplifying the journey and opening up Guadeloupe to a public that has hitherto been less represented.

Behind this decision lies a clear desire: to reposition Air Transat as an innovative player, capable of anticipating the expectations of travellers in search of authenticity, accessibility and meaning.

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Air Transat
Air Transat
Air Transat
Air Transat
Air Transat

A direct response to a concrete request

Over the past few seasons, booking data have shown growing interest in Guadeloupe from Quebec City. The bitter cold of the Canadian winter, the desire to get away from it all, and the appeal of Creole culture have created a market potential that, until now, has been under-exploited. In response to this dynamic, Air Transat offers direct access to the archipelago, reducing both logistical constraints and costs.

This new link comes at just the right time: it will redistribute tourist flows within Canada, relieving congestion on departures from Montreal and broadening the Caribbean offer to a wider clientele.

Guadeloupe from a bird's eye view

Air Transat
Air Transat

Guadeloupe is a destination with character, seduced by its natural contrasts – beaches, volcanoes, tropical forests – and its cultural richness. Thanks to this new link, Quebecers will now have direct access to a territory where spectacular nature, living traditions, tasty cuisine and sincere hospitality come together.

For tourism professionals, this opening represents a unique opportunity to strengthen exchanges. Guadeloupe doesn’t just welcome tourists: it invites them to a genuine human, cultural and sensory encounter.

Air Transat
Air Transat

Expected economic benefits

The impact of this new route will not be limited to air travel. By broadening the pool of potential visitors, Air Transat will make a direct contribution to boosting the local economy: hotels, restaurants, crafts, tourist services… every link in the chain will be affected. Jobs will be created, offers redesigned, and tours adapted to this new audience developed.

This strategy also benefits local producers: by promoting Guadeloupe’s terroir to a curious clientele, it encourages the consumption of artisanal products, the discovery of typical flavors, and a better distribution of the benefits of tourism.

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A vision consistent with environmental issues

At a time when aviation is regularly criticized for its carbon footprint, Air Transat is focusing on rationalizing its routes. By eliminating connecting flights, this route reduces overall travel emissions. It’s a step towards more responsible tourism, in line with the expectations of travellers conscious of their ecological footprint.

This approach is in line with a desire shared with local authorities to promote longer, more immersive stays, and to encourage tourism that respects the environment and host communities.

Air Transat

An ambitious strategy for Air Transat

With this new Québec-Guadeloupe flight, Air Transat confirms its diversification strategy. After consolidating its presence on the Montreal-Pointe-à-Pitre route, the company is now expanding its network to secondary cities, capitalizing on their untapped potential. This choice demonstrates a keen understanding of market needs and a capacity for innovation.

Unlike other carriers that focus on standardized destinations, Air Transat bets on originality, Francophonie and cultural added value. This orientation strengthens its brand with travelers eager to get off the beaten track.

Air Transat

Close cooperation with local players

The success of this link also relies on solid collaboration with local institutions, notably the Comité du Tourisme des Îles de Guadeloupe (CTIG) and Pôle Caraïbes airport. Together, they are developing targeted campaigns for the Quebec market, showcasing the region’s riches, and preparing a welcome adapted to this new clientele.

More than a promotional operation, this cooperation aims to build a lasting bridge between Guadeloupe and Quebec. The benefits will extend far beyond tourism: cultural exchanges, heritage enhancement, cross-fertilization of artistic creations… the prospects are numerous.

Air Transat

An opening that brings cultures closer together

French-speaking and attached to their roots, Quebec and Guadeloupe share much more than language. They share a certain vision of the world, a strong relationship with the land, and a creativity rooted in memory and everyday life. Thanks to Air Transat, these affinities can now materialize more easily.

This flight is also an opportunity to strengthen bridges between artists, entrepreneurs and educational institutions. New projects can be born from this new-found proximity. The sky is no longer a border, but a link.

By creating this direct service, Air Transat is not just adding a new route to its catalog. It is part of a sustainable transformation of regional tourism. It responds to a need, creates a desire, and redraws the map of possibilities.
February 2026: a date that will mark the beginning of a new era between Quebec and Guadeloupe.

Les Anses d’Arlet is much more than just a Martinique village: it’s an authentic setting where nature, history and people come together to offer an unforgettable experience. From the moment you set foot on this land bathed in light, a sense of belonging and peace comes over you. Situated on Martinique’s south-west coast, Les Anses d’Arlet stretches between lush green hills and crystal-clear waters, offering breathtaking panoramic views.

Here, every sunrise seems to awaken a new promise, and every sunset invites contemplation. This land, both preserved and vibrant, seduces with its harmony between tradition and the gentle way of life, and it’s this rare alchemy that touches the hearts of all who discover it.

At the roots of name and history: a living heritage.

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Caribbean legends and collective memory

The name Les Anses d’Arlet is rooted in a history as deep as the waters that line its shores. It evokes Arlet, an Amerindian chief and emblematic figure who is said to have left his mark on the region. This land, once trodden by the first inhabitants of the Caribbean, has survived the centuries by preserving the memory of its ancestors.

Archaeological digs at Anse Bellay have revealed some poignant remains: Amerindian cemeteries dating back to the 5th century and 18th-century slave burials, bearing witness to a history that is sometimes painful but always conveys a message of resilience and dignity. Here, memory is never far away, inhabiting the wind, the trees, the songs, and reminding us that Les Anses d’Arlet is a place of reconciliation between past and present.

A village that has preserved its soul

Over the centuries, Les Anses d’Arlet has seen the waves of history pass by: from missionaries to fishermen, from farmers to craftsmen.

Every stone, every alleyway, every Creole house tells the story of a people who have preserved their identity while opening up to the world.

Saint-Henri church, a jewel of local heritage, stands proudly facing the sea, a symbol of faith and perseverance that have stood the test of time.

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The village and its inhabitants: sharing the Creole soul

A colorful Bourg, mirror of authentic Martinique

The heart of Anses d’Arlet beats in the village, a maze of steep streets lined with colorful Creole houses.

Here, the eye wanders between red roofs, blue shutters and flowering gardens.

The listed Saint-Henri church stands majestically opposite the famous pontoon, offering a unique perspective where the sacred meets the infinite of the sea.

Every detail, from the fragrant market stalls to the fishermen returning to port, exudes authenticity and simplicity.

Arlesians: guardians of tradition and hospitality

The people of Anses d’Arlet, the Arlésiens, are the real treasure of this village.

Their hospitality, their smiles and their attachment to the land create a rare atmosphere of conviviality.

Here, we greet each other, we share, we pass on. Traditions are perpetuated through local festivals, music, dance and cuisine.

Visitors are never mere spectators: for the duration of their stay, they become members of a large Creole family, invited to sample the gentle Martiniquan way of life.

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Anses d'Arlet, a natural paradise to explore

An exceptional marine ecosystem

Les Anses d’Arlet is a sanctuary for biodiversity. The seabed is one of the most beautiful on the island, teeming with multicolored fish, sponges, coral and shells. Two underwater trails, LaKaY in the village and Cap Salomon in Grande Anse, offer educational buoys to help visitors discover the richness of this unique ecosystem.

To dive here is to enter a veritable natural aquarium, where every immersion is an encounter with wildlife. Green and hawksbill turtles, rays and sometimes even dolphins share this territory with disarming grace.

Dream beaches, between gold and volcanoes

Les Anses d’Arlet is made up of three jewels: Grande Anse, le bourg and Petite Anse. Each offers a unique experience. Grande Anse, with its long golden sandy beach, invites you to relax under coconut palms, swim in crystal-clear water and enjoy grilled fish with your feet in the sand.

Petite Anse, wilder, seduces with its authenticity and fishing village atmosphere. And then there’s Anse Noire, a rare wonder of Martinique, where the volcanic sand contrasts with the deep blue of the sea. If you’re lucky, it’s here that you can swim with the sea turtles in the calm, clear water, a privilege that leaves lasting memories.

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Five must-see experiences in Anses d'Arlet

Swimming with turtles in their natural habitat

At Grande Anse or Anse Dufour, encountering sea turtles is a deeply moving experience. To observe these majestic creatures evolve freely is to experience the magic of life itself, and to feel humility in the face of nature.

Strolling along the Ponton du Bourg at dusk

The town’s pontoon, lined up opposite the church of Saint-Henri, is the scene of suspended moments. At sunset, the golden light envelops the landscape in an enchanting aura, and you find yourself dreaming, carried away by the beauty of the place.

Explore the Bat Cave by Boat

Accessible on sea excursions, the Grotte aux Chauves-Souris unveils a mysterious universe inhabited by thousands of tiny creatures. This natural site fascinates as much as it amazes, offering a timeless interlude.

Enjoy a Creole dish with your feet in the water

Beach restaurants offer generous cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Taste freshly caught fish accompanied by local vegetables and soak up the art of living in Martinique.

Admire the sunset over Grande Anse

When the sun sets the sky ablaze with its flamboyant colors, Grande Anse becomes the stage for an unforgettable natural spectacle. To sit on the sand, listen to the surf and let your emotions flow is to live the moment to the full.

Anses d'Arlet, a journey to the heart of the essential

Les Anses d’Arlet leaves no one indifferent. This land, both fragile and powerful, is an ode to beauty, memory and conviviality. Here, every encounter, every landscape, every taste becomes an emotion in its own right. Whether you come in search of a change of scenery, adventure or rejuvenation, Les Anses d’Arlet offers much more than a holiday: it’s a profound, human experience that leaves its mark on the heart and soul. Come, let yourself be touched, and leave with the certainty of having found a little piece of paradise.

Traditour 2025 in Guadeloupe promises to be a pivotal moment for traditional sailing and Caribbean identity. For the first time, this great maritime adventure will set sail from Portsmouth, Dominica, before skirting the Guadeloupe coast over 14 segments spread over 11 days of racing, from July 3 to 13, 2025.

This edition, co-organized with La Dominique, embodies much more than just a regatta: it symbolizes the union, audacity and transmission of a living heritage, serving the influence of the entire region.

An unprecedented departure from Dominica: symbol of a bridge between the islands

A spirit of openness and regional cooperation

The opening of Traditour 2025 from Dominica marks a historic turning point. This choice, the result of a joint desire on the part of the organizers, reflects a profound desire to bring the peoples of the Caribbean closer together. In the words of ambassador Benoit Bardouille, the aim is to “promote tourism, strengthen cultural exchanges and stimulate economic growth” between the islands.

This departure is more than just a symbolic gesture: it embodies the ability of the territories to transcend borders and turn the sea, once a barrier, into a veritable hyphen. Dominica, long perceived as a distant neighbor, becomes the starting point of a common narrative, woven of solidarity, ambition and shared cultural roots.

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A springboard for Dominica’s economy and image

Hosting the prologue and start of the Traditour 2025 gives Dominica unprecedented visibility. Hotels, restaurants, craftsmen, tourism service providers and local guides all benefited from the event, generating tangible economic spin-offs. More than 400 participants (crews, organizers, guides and technicians) were mobilized for the event, according to Discover Dominica.

The island’s image is also enhanced: Dominica is positioned as a benchmark maritime destination, capable of hosting an international event while respecting its natural and cultural assets.

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An exceptional course: 14 segments, 11 days, 39 canoes entered

The major stages, between tradition and innovation

The Traditour 2025 route highlights the diversity of Guadeloupe’s landscapes and heritage. After setting sail from Portsmouth, the Saint canoeists will head for Terre-de-Haut (Les Saintes), before calling at Gourbeyre, Capesterre-Belle-Eau, Petit-Bourg, Pointe-à-Pitre, Baie-Mahault, Sainte-Rose, Port-Louis, Le Moule, La Désirade, Saint-François and Sainte-Anne.

The inclusion of La Désirade, which is often absent from major races, is a first, giving this edition an unprecedented scope. Each stage of the race highlights local characteristics and encourages encounters between locals, visitors and sailors.

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Traditour 2025

The technical and human challenges of an extraordinary race

Taking part in the Traditour 2025 is a physical, technical and human challenge. Sailing conditions vary from stage to stage: unstable winds, unpredictable currents, reefs around Pointe des Châteaux or La Désirade, all require a thorough knowledge of the elements and absolute mastery of the canoe.

39 crews took part: 22 men, 7 women, 7 mixed and 3 juniors. This diversity is rare in sailing competitions, and illustrates the growing openness of traditional sailing to all generations and genders.

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Traditour 2025

Saint-Sauveur canoes: masterpieces of know-how and innovation

Manufacturing secrets, noble materials and old-fashioned gestures

The canot saintois, at the heart of Traditour 2025, is much more than a boat: it’s a symbol of identity. Handcrafted using traditional methods, it is made from noble woods such as pear, gum, mahogany and mahogany. Every element – hull, sail, mast, ballast and helm – is designed to guarantee performance and safety. The mast and boom are often made of bamboo, and the sails of resistant fabric, adapted to the specific features of each canoe. Careful attention to decoration makes each boat a unique work of art, reflecting the tradition of its home port.

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Traditour 2025

The transmission of knowledge, a living heritage

Building and sailing a Saint-Sauveur canoe is a real school of life. Old-timers share their knowledge during collective workcamps, evening gatherings, or on board during training outings. The“Traditour A Timoun” program makes the most of this intergenerational transmission: it introduces young people aged 8 to 15 to traditional sailing in an educational setting. This lively process, enriched with each new edition, perpetuates the skills of the past while opening up to innovation (safety, composite materials) in keeping with the charter of the Classe Canot Saintois.

Traditour 2025, a lever for development in Guadeloupe and the Caribbean

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Traditour 2025

Cultural influence and tangible economic benefits

Each segment of the Traditour 2025 represents an opportunity to showcase local know-how: music, dance, maritime crafts, gastronomy, sea-related professions (carpenters, sailmakers, fishermen, guides). The economic impact is real: accommodation, transport, catering and handicrafts all benefit from the excitement surrounding the race. The media coverage positions Guadeloupe as a leading player in maritime and cultural tourism in the Caribbean, attracting local, regional and international audiences in search of authenticity.

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Traditour 2025

A driving force for regional pride, identity and cohesion

Far beyond the numbers, Traditour 2025 plays an essential role in building a shared Caribbean identity. It reactivates memories, promotes local stories, languages and customs. The event brings together institutions (Region, ANASA, communes), private partners, volunteers and artists. The slogan “One ocean. One culture. One celebration” becomes a rallying cry for those who share the idea of a Caribbean connected by the sea and united by its traditions.

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Traditour 2025

Caribbean spirit blows over traditional sailing

Players’ views, ambitions and future prospects

As the Traditour 2025 approaches, the enthusiasm is palpable. Seasoned sailors like Hugo Thélier meet up with the next generation of sailors from sailing clubs. Marine carpenters are finding recognition and orders. As for the organizers, they see in this race a laboratory for the future of sustainable nautical tourism: job creation, tourist routes around shipyards, promotion of tangible and intangible heritage, development of short circuits around ports of call. Traditour 2025 is part of a sustainable approach, combining memory, innovation and cooperation.

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Traditour 2025

Traditour 2025 in Guadeloupe is a key event for the entire region. By bringing Dominica and Guadeloupe together in a project to promote their maritime heritage, this edition paves the way for new forms of regional cooperation. More than just a race, Traditour 2025 is an adventure in human identity, a link between generations, islands and cultures. It invites everyone to consider the sea no longer as a frontier, but as a shared, fertile space of both memory and modernity.

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Cayman Airways is taking a new step in the history of regional air travel by introducing Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew, the first signature craft beer served on board a Caribbean airline. The launch, made official on May 22, 2025, marks a turning point for international passengers looking for an authentic experience from the moment they board.

Cayman Airways has teamed up with Caybrew, the Cayman Islands “iconic brewer, to offer a drink that reflects the soul of the territory. This initiative illustrates Cayman Airways” ability to innovate while valorizing local talent, thus reinforcing its position as a leader in the region.

Sir Turtle's Sky Brew: a signature beer adapted to altitude

The development of Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew required a meticulous approach and in-depth expertise. The Cayman Airways and Caybrew teams worked closely together to design an India Pale Ale capable of retaining all its taste qualities at an altitude of 10,000 metres.

Dry air and reduced cabin pressure alter the perception of flavors, so every step of the brewing process has been designed to ensure an optimal in-flight sensory experience. Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew stands out for its freshness, roundness and balanced notes, offering passengers a taste of Cayman Islands brewing expertise from the very first service on board.

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Cayman Airways: standard-bearer of Caymanian excellence

Since its creation, the company has established itself as a true ambassador for the region, highlighting the richness and uniqueness of the Cayman Islands. The introduction of Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew is part of this approach, offering an exclusive product that embodies local quality and authenticity.

Caybrew, renowned for its high standards and commitment to tradition, is contributing its expertise to this project, enabling Cayman Airways to distinguish itself with international customers. This partnership testifies to a shared desire to promote Caymanian excellence at every stage of the journey.

Cayman Airways

A strategic asset for the image and economy of the Cayman Islands

The integration of Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew into the onboard Cayman Airways offer goes beyond the simple gastronomic dimension. It plays an active role in enhancing the local heritage and promoting local artisans. This approach reinforces the identity of the Cayman Islands for travellers, who benefit from a cultural immersion from the moment they board the plane.

In this way, the company plays a key role in the country’s international outreach strategy, while generating positive economic spin-offs for the entire brewing and tourism industry. This initiative contributes to positioning the Cayman Islands as a destination where authenticity and quality come first.

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Cayman Airways redefines the passenger experience

On board international flights, every major passenger receives a complimentary can of Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew, an attention to detail that sets Cayman Airways apart from its competitors. This exclusivity joins the emblematic offer of Seven Fathoms rum punch, another signature of the airline. Together, these products embody Cayman Airways’ signature hospitality and refinement, creating a singular and memorable atmosphere.

Passenger satisfaction is enhanced, and the on-board experience becomes a true extension of a stay in the Cayman Islands. The company thus demonstrates its ability to anticipate the expectations of a demanding clientele, while remaining true to its roots.

Cayman Airways

Innovations and prospects for Caribbean airlines

The decision to introduce Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew on board its aircraft is a model of innovation for the entire regional airline sector. This approach, based on local collaboration and heritage enhancement, is inspiring other airlines to rethink their service offering.

The company proves that it is possible to combine tradition and modernity to offer a differentiating experience, while generating benefits for the local economy. The initiative opens the way to new prospects for Caribbean air transport, where the promotion of local know-how becomes a lever for development and attractiveness.

Cayman Airways

Cayman Airways, Forerunner of a New Generation of Services

With Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew, Cayman Airways has established itself as a key player in regional air transport, capable of combining excellence, authenticity and innovation. This partnership with Caybrew illustrates the company’s desire to offer an enriched passenger experience, true to the identity of the Cayman Islands. By showcasing local talent and offering exclusive products on board, the company is helping to strengthen the region’s image on the international scene.

Born in Sainte-Rose, Guadeloupe, and based in Antigua for almost 25 years, Michael Eutrope embodies a vision of Caribbean luxury rooted in transmission, refinement and authenticity. With an international career in the prestige hotel industry, he combines experience, rigor and creativity to reinvent upscale tourism in the Caribbean. Here’s a look back at the career and convictions of a man who makes service an art and the territory a place of expression.

A Caribbean journey in the service of hotel excellence

Trained as a chef in Guadeloupe, then in France and England, Michael Eutrope climbed the restaurant ladder to become a manager in the luxury hotel business. After a spell in the French army as maître d’hôtel to generals, he forged a rigorous protocol that has stayed with him ever since. But it was in Antigua that he found his professional equilibrium, becoming a reference in the discreet luxury sector. Today, at the head of MDE Luxury Hospitality Consultant  wich accompanies villas and prestigious homes, offering a tailor-made service worthy of the finest hotels.

Michael Eutrope

Caribbean luxury: authenticity, service and customization

For Michael Eutrope, luxury isn’t about gilding the lily, it’s about getting it right. “True luxury is a clean beach, a good meal, a shower that works and human service,” he sums up. His vision is rooted in local culture: he values traditions, local products and Caribbean hospitality, without ever compromising on quality. Tailor-made is his signature: organizing an experience around sugar cane or the mango festival becomes a pretext for cultural immersion. For him, it’s only by restoring meaning and roots to luxury that the Caribbean will be able to make a lasting impact.

A sustainable hotel industry and talent to discover

Michael Eutrope advocates a human-scale hotel model, based on ecology, the experiential and quality of life. He believes in the potential of farmhouse boutique-hotels, which grow what they serve to their guests in a short circuit. We don’t want 300-room hotels anymore,“he says,” but unique places that are tailored to each customer. He invites Caribbean youth to dream big and embark on careers of service with pride, and appeals to the diaspora: come back to pass on and inspire new generations.

Michael Eutrope

Rekindling the spirit of welcome

“We were very well brought up in the 60s and 70s. We need to rediscover our savoir-être, pass it on and serve with pride,” he insists. Michael Eutrope embodies a Caribbean that dares to distinguish itself through excellence, while remaining true to its DNA. A source of inspiration for all those involved in Caribbean tourism.

Michael Eutrope

Luxury with roots, looking to the future

Through his journey, Michael Eutrope reminds us that the Caribbean doesn’t need to copy external models to shine. By focusing on people, service quality, cultural heritage and sincere hospitality, it can offer the world a unique vision of luxury, warm and sustainable. An invitation to reinvest our territories with boldness and authenticity.

Michael Eutrope

Richès Karayib met Charmaine Spencer, Regional Director for the Caribbean and Latin America at the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, at the 43ᵉ edition of the Caribbean Travel Marketplace. At a time when the archipelago is increasingly assuming its role as a regional hub, Charmaine Spencer looks back at the differentiated assets of the two islands, their MICE potential, and ambitions for the months ahead, particularly with the French-speaking Caribbean.

Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2025: a showcase for MICE and regional cooperation

Host the Caribbean Travel Marketplace in 2025 was not insignificant for Antigua and Barbuda. It is a proof of confidence but also a showcase of the island’s capacity to organize large-scale events..

“We want to further penetrate the MICE – Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events – market,” explains Charmaine Spencer. “We have the infrastructure, the accommodation and above all the political and private will to make Antigua a benchmark.”

This edition also enabled Caribbean delegations, sometimes absent when the event is held in more costly or remote territories, to get together with less logistical effort.

“We were delighted to welcome our neighbors. This reflects our commitment to strengthening regional cooperation.”

Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer

Two islands, two complementary experiences

Charmaine Spencer is keen to point out: Antigua and Barbuda are two worlds in one country..

  • ★ Antigua, the liveliest island, stands out for its upscale hotel infrastructure, nightlife, gourmet scene, festivals and bustling marina.
  • ★ Barbuda, more secretive, offers a rare face of the Caribbean: immaculate beaches of white and pink sand, absolute tranquility, immersion in a still wild nature.

“Barbuda is the preserved Caribbean. Antigua is the living, connected Caribbean.”

Charmaine Spencer adds that Barbuda is home to the only only Nobu restaurant in the Eastern Caribbean, proof that luxury can be combined with exclusivity.

Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer

A destination for all market segments

Between leisure, romantic, family, cultural and business tourism, Antigua and Barbuda wants to assert its versatility.

“We have beaches for every day of the year… even in a leap year, we’ll find one for you!”

The range also includes :

  • the gastronomy (culinary month),
  • l’sporting and cultural events (Sailing Week, Carnival, Art Week),
  • well-being well-being (hiking, spas, yoga retreats),
  • and regional connectivity, in full development.
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Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer

Objective: strengthen ties with the French West Indies

Charmaine Spencer concludes with a clear message: she wants to develop the presence of visitors from Guadeloupe and Martinique in Antigua.

“I want more direct flights. More accessible events for the French West Indies. I want to see you here, experiencing our Carnival, our Art Week, our cuisine, our culture.”

Antigua wants to build air, human and cultural bridges with the French-speaking Caribbean in order to promote inclusive, intra-Caribbean and solidarity tourism. inclusive, intra-Caribbean tourism.

Charmaine Spencer
Charmaine Spencer