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Discover the Caribbean,
your way.

Search 23 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.

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Martinique

Windward Islands

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Antigua

Leeward Islands

Side-by-side comparison of logistics, sustainability, seasonal intelligence, and vibes.

Why Martinique?

France in the tropics โ€” rhum agricole, Creole markets, and a volcano that buried a city.

Why Antigua?

365 beaches, Nelson's Dockyard, and the sailing capital of the Caribbean.

Eco Rating

3/5

4 green initiatives

3/5

3 green initiatives

When to Go

Martinique

moderate
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Antigua

high
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best monthsRainy season

Vibes

FoodieCultural HeritageLuxuryRomanceWellness SpaOff The Beaten PathFestivals
Family FriendlySailingLuxuryAll InclusiveRomanceCultural Heritage

Shared vibes are highlighted

Logistics & Geography

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ถ Martinique๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Antigua
CapitalFort-de-FranceSt. John's
Population369K101K
Area1128 kmยฒ440 kmยฒ
Sub-regionWindward IslandsLeeward Islands
CurrencyEURXCD (USD accepted)
Driving sideRight (US-style)Left (UK-style)
PowerType C/E ยท 220VType A/B ยท 230V
Emergency112911
LanguagesFrench, Martinican CreoleEnglish
AirportsFDFANU
Coral reefat riskat risk

Green Initiatives

โ—Martinique Regional Nature Park
โ—Rรฉserve Naturelle des Ilets de Sainte-Anne
โ—Rhum agricole AOC certification
โ—Coastal erosion monitoring programs
โ—Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary
โ—Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO Site
โ—Ban on single-use plastic bags and styrofoam (2016)