Your Trip

With this offer, you combine two hotel residences located in the French Caribbean, Martinique and Guadeloupe. The first stop, Martinique will seduce you with its charm and natural beauties. There are a lot more than beaches to discover on this Island. The magnificent sceneries are best explored with a car rental.

 Then, after a short flight you will arrive in Guadeloupe, another French Caribbean Island shaped in a butterfly and very different from the luxurious vegetation in the North to the South dry land with the best beaches. You can also discover the other Islands of this archipelago in a one day excursion, taste their culinary delights, and get to know their interesting French Caribbean culture.

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Departure from Paris (Orly) to Martinique. Arrival at the Fort de France International Airport and car rental to get to the CARIBIA Hotel for a 6 nights stay in a room with kitchenette. The next day, information meeting with the local representative for information about the Island and activities. Then you have 7 days to explore the wonderful Island with your car at your own pace. After your stay, you will return the car at the airport and take a short flight to Pointe-à-Pitre, in Guadeloupe. Arrival and transfer to your hotel residence Turquoise, located approximately 15-20 minutes from the capital. You will stay in a studio with kitchenette which is part of a big complex and will enjoy this Island for 4 days. You would be able to discover this new Island with its beautiful beaches. At the end of your trip, transfers from your hotel to the airport and non stop flight back to Paris, Orly.

What is included

• Flight from Paris to Fort de France, Martinique, one way flight from Fort de France to Pointe-à-Pitre and return non stop flight back to Paris
• Car rental in Martinique, category A, unlimited mileage, CDW insurance (liability of EUR550)
• 6 nights' accommodation in a double room at CARIBIA Hotel in Martinique, no meal but with kitchenette
• Return transfers in Guadeloupe
• Local representation service in Martinique and in Guadeloupe
• 3 nights' accommodation in a double studio at Turquoise Residence in Guadeloupe, no meal but with kitchenette

Options/Supplements

• Other departure cities possible
• Affordable supplement from Geneva or Lyon with the “no stress formula”, with plane and TGV
• Airport tax for the car rental in Martinique, EUR 20, payable locally
• Local purchase of liability reduction for the car rental in Martinique
• Car rental also possible in Guadeloupe
• Meal plan possible (choice of breakfast, lunch or/and dinner at the Turquoise Residence)
• Tax of 0,76 EUR per person, per day at the CARIBIA Hotel and 0,40 EUR at the Turquoise
• Various tours
• Extension on one Island or the other, in the same accommodation or other choice of hotels possible
• Prolongation on another Guadeloupe Islands or in Dominica or St Lucia

Duration / Period

• Maximum 45 days.
• All year, please ask us the rates for your travel dates not indicated below.
• Ask us your travel dates!

Your Trip

These magnificent cruises are the perfect way to discover the Caribbean Islands for the first time. Cruising the Caribbean brings the visitors a whole choice of different

Islands to discover and come back to one specifically that would have been of major interest. It can give as well a new approach to Islands already visited. Seeing an Island from the Sea has a totally different impact that landing on it. MSC Poesia offers different itineraries and durations. This vessel is the ultimate one of the “Musica” series: 13 decks, 1’275 cabins, 4 pools, 4 Jacuzzis… You will be comfortable and enjoy the tranquillity of the Caribbean Sea. You will be comfortable and enjoy the tranquillity of the Caribbean Sea. The Lirica offers a bran new itinerary departing from Dominican Republic and offering one new Island to discover each day!

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Departure from the closest airport near your home (price from Geneva but changeable) to Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Santo Domingo. Arrival at the airport and transfer to the ship. Some cruises require a pre overnight in Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Santo Domingo. Jump aboard and get familiarize with the vessel. The below itineraries describe the ports of call of the Poesia and Lirica :

POESIA: Several possible itineraires

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 4: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Day 5: St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda
Day 6: Fort de France, Martinique
Day 7: Roseau, Dominica
Day 8: Philipsburg, ST Maarten
Day 9: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 10: Freeport, Grand Bahamas
Day 11: Port Everglades, United States

or

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico
Day 4: Roatan Island, Honduras
Day 5: Georgetown, Cayman Island
Day 6: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Day 7: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 8: Port Everglades, United States, transfer to the airport and return flight.

or

Day 1: Port Everglades, United States
Day 2: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 3:  At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship
Day 4: Philipsburg, Antilles
Day 5: San Juan, Porto Rico
Day 6: At sea, enjoy the numerous activities on board the ship 
Day 7: Nassau, Bahamas
Day 8: Port Everglades, United States, transfer to the airport and return flight.

Poesia also offers a 7 nights cruise in April 2013 with stops in USA, Bermuda and Bahamas.

LIRICA : Special itinerary

Day 1:  Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Day 2:  La Romana, Dominican Republic
Day 3:  Philipsburg, St Maarten
Day 4:  Fort de France, Martinique
Day 5:  Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
Day 6:  St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda
Day 7:  Roadtown, British Virgin Islands
Day 8:  Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, transfer to the airport and return flight.

A short 3 nights cruise in January with stops in Dominican Republic, St Martin and Martinique is also offered by the Lirica.

What is included

• Return flights from Geneva
• All the transfers
• Cruise in the category chosen, all meals and activities on board

Options/Supplements

• Others departure cities possible
• Various tours on the Islands visited offered by the cruise line
• Extension in Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Dominican Republic
• Prolongation on another Island (San Juan, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, etc.)

Duration / Period

• 3-11 nights, 12 days. Maximum 21 days.
• From December 2012 to April 2013.
• Itinerary subject to change
• Ask us the rates for your travel dates!

Go directly to the MSC CRUISES website to discover more about these cruises (in French) !

Your trip

Powerful and streamlined, Tarani offers all the comfort of a cruise on a fast, refined modern catamaran (Privilège 615). Air-conditioned cabins with varnished maple woodwork and wenge floors, luxurious upholstery, and a subtle décor will ensure you of a harmonious, spacious and luminous environment.

The saloon and cockpit have a panoramic view onto the seascape and the coast. Used in conjunction with the ship’s dinghy, there is plenty of equipment on board for water-skiing, kite-surfing, or tubing, and you will never be far from a beach if you just want to relax and do nothing, or from a village for dinner, or a town for shopping and nightlife. Sports and cultural activities will also make your stay a time to remember.

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Departure from the closest airport near your home (price from Geneva but changeable) to Fort de France, in Martinique. Arrival at the airport and transfer the marina to embark on the beautiful catamaran sailboat. The below itinerary describe an example of the program for one week, but can be changed according to your wishes:

Departure every Saturday, 7 nights / 8 days cruise

Day 1 : Le Marin / Saint Lucia (40 nm)
Arrive at Le Marin, a marina not far from the airport at Fort de France. Winds permitting, set sail the following morning for Saint Lucia. Anchor in the bay or dock in the port as you desire: spend time at the beach or visit a typical village. Sail past the Pitons near Soufrière.

Day 2 : Saint Lucia / Bequia, Admiralty Bay (50 nm)
At your anchorage, explore the transparent waters to dive or relax, and in the evening discover the joy of mingling with local people, visiting the market, or enjoying a barbecue with the Rastas.

Day 3 : Bequia / Canouan, Charleston Bay (25 nm)
Moor at the island, dive to explore the clear waters, corals, and multi-coloured fish. Visit Charleston village.

Day 4 : Canouan / Tobago Cays (6 nm)
A short hop to reach Tobago. Enjoy everything the lagoon has to offer, a Mecca for yachting enthusiasts. You will find a sheltered, circular anchorage not far from a coral reef teeming with coffer fishes, grouper, and surgeon fishes.

Day 5 : Tobago Cays / Moustique (25 nm)
A serene island known for its celebrities and British charm. Time to enjoy the transparent water, diving, and a visit to a nature reserve are on the program. Or head ashore and spend the evening enjoying live Caribbean music, a rhythmic sound with vibrant percussion.

Day 6 : Moustique / Saint Lucia (40 nm)
During this memorable northbound sail you will discover a wealth of idyllic landscapes. Anchor at Marigot Bay, saltmarsh beach, dinner and swimming. Before you return to civilization enjoy this haven of beauty set in a joyful colonial atmosphere. Fine dining is available.

Day 7 : Marigot Bay / Le Marin (40 nm)
Another splendid sail to return to Le Marin, a port tucked away at the end of a magnificent bay. Transfer back to the airport for the return flight or extension in Martinique or on another Island.

This cruise runs from December to April. From May to October, the Tarani offers Mediterranean cruises.

What is included

• Return flights from Geneva to Fort de France
• Return transfers from the airport to the marina
• Catamaran itinerary according to the program described above with a skipper and an hostess
• 7 nights in a cabin (double occupation) on board the Catamaran
• Minimum 4 persons, maximum 8, plus crew
  Private Catamaran based in Martinique
  Details :
  Equipments and amenities du Catamaran :
• Dingy with 50CV motor, automatic pilot, VHF, loch, speedo, sondeur, giroueCe, anémomètre, 1GPS Raymarine émission à la barre et dans le cockpit, radio lecteur CD Bose avec haut parleurs extérieurs, douche de pont, échelle de bains, guindeau électrique, coussins cockpit et fly bridge, 2 Biminis.
• Qualified skipper from the first day to the end of the cruise
• Qualified hosess from the first day to the end of the cruise
• First full tank of water and fuel for the ship and dingy
• Accommodation in a double private cabin with air conditioning, bathroom with shower and WC, safe, Apple television access with movie on request
• Interior design sober, grey cushion, low lightening, grey and blue colors
• Accommodation: Luxurious linen, beach towel, fine sheets and mattress of 180 x 200
• Toiletries casanera, bio herbal
• 7 breakfasts, buffet style
• 6 lunches on board
• 6 dinners on board
• 3 wine bottles per meal (lunches and dinners on board), according to the menu offered
• 1 aperitif, with alcohol or not, per person per lunch
• 1 cocktail, with alcohol or not, per person per dinner
• 1daily Tea Time including a beverage (non aoholic) and snack per person
• 2 cans per day per person (beer, coke, fruit juice, Fanta) and unlimited water bottle
• Nautical activities available:
  Water-skiing, wake-board, submarine scooter, mask and tuba, fins, kayak
• Cleaning return package (mandatory)
• Boat insurance

Options/Supplement

• Parking in port during the trip (maritim agents fees)
• National and local taxes
• Customs fees if applicable
• Communication fees
• other options : Insurances (cancellation, baggage)
• 1 dinner outside (the day prior to disembarcation)
• Refund of the supplies, if cancellation 3 days prior to departure
• Any activities not mentionned
• Others departure cities possible
• Extension in a Martinique hotel, before or after the cruise
• Extension on another Island Guadeloupe, Dominique, Ste-Lucia, etc.

Duration/Period

Minimum 7 nights, maximum 30 days.

Introduction

Karibea Hotels have an important presence in the French Caribbean, in Martinique and Guadeloupe. The 14 Hotels and Residences are three star properties and respond to all needs of the guests as each of the hotels and Residences are designed for specific type of accommodation.

Location

Karibea Beach Resort in Gosier which includes 3 accommodation room types is the only property on Guadeloupe. In Martinique, the group has 7 properties spread all over the Island. Two business hotels are in Fort de France, two other are close to Sainte-Luce, one is located on the Caravelle Peninsula, and one is close to Trois-Îlets.

Rooms

These hotels have different size and also offer several accommodation types such as hotel rooms, Studios and apartments, Suites, and Villas.

Hotel Dining

Karibea Hotels offer hotels stay, room with different meal options (breakfast only, MAP – breakfast and dinner) or all inclusive stay. The Hotel Residences have limited catering services and the All inclusive ones offer several possibilities for meal and drinks. The Karibea Hotels respond to many catering types.

Activities

These properties have all pools and other activities complete their offer according to their location and accommodation type.

Services

Karibea group have diverse accommodation formulas :
Hotels and Resorts:
- Karibea Resort Sainte-Luce
- Karibea Beach Resort Gosier

Residences with services:
- Camelia Residence
- Karibea Beach Resort Gosier
- Karibea Resort Sainte-Luce

Residences for rent:
- Résidence La Goélette

Business Hotels:
- La Valmenière Hotel
- Squash Hotel

More information on the different Hotels of Karibea group