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Air France has said they will offer anyone with trips booked to either island between now and March 15 the chance to postpone their trips or rebook elsewhere in the world.

However, Madeleine de Grandmaison, chairwoman of the Martinique Tourism Authority, has issued a statement reassuring travelers of their safety when visiting the country:

“Let me be clear in stating that Martinique is 100% open for tourist business despite the strike. The reasons behind the strikes in Martinique and Guadeloupe are similar, but the situation in Martinique stands in stark contrast to that in our sister island. We have had no violence, very few arrests and absolutely no threats toward visitors.

The strike has had a significant impact on the lives of my fellow Martinican residents. This is particularly so for those living in and around our capital city of Fort-de-France where the demonstrations have been concentrated.

However, for stayover visitors vacationing in the outlying resort areas away from the city, there has been little or no impact. Our airport, all of our hotels and many attractions have remained open during the entire strike period, and we are accommodating our guests in the best manner possible.

She then went onto mention that cruises have been the most affected since the cruise port lies in the heart of Fort-de-France where the strike is most dangerous. Therefore, cruises with stops scheduled in Martinique will be diverted to other destinations.

Have you been to Martinique or Guadeloupe recently? Let us know how your trip went.

· Tourists in Guadeloupe told to stay in hotel rooms [Telegraph]
· Air France Taking Measures For All Clients to Guadeloupe, Martinique [Travel Agent Central]
· Is There Trouble in French Paradise? [Jaunted]

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