Category: French Overseas Territories

‘Overseas, Over Here’ – a trip around the world without leaving London… for the moment!

June 20, 2012 | No comments

Like the waves of the Pacific Ocean and the winds of the Caribbean seas, our French Overseas Destinations event swept everyone off their feet. Attendees came, met and danced the night away at the St. Martin’s Lane hotel and a lucky few even left with flowers around their necks and...

And last but not least, see at what’s going on in the French Overseas Destinations

June 7, 2012 | No comments

Our French Overseas Destinations are certainly keeping busy throughout the year with a vast array of tropical events. From surfing competitions to jazz festivals and from local food fairs to PGA tours, they’ve got something for every interest. We’ve listed here some highlight of events to come for your viewing...

Get a first look at what’s new in the French Overseas Destinations ahead of our 12 June event

June 7, 2012 | No comments

© Philippe Giraud - Comité du Tourisme des Îles de Guadeloupe

Check out these newbies in our French Overseas Destinations including new flight routes, new hotels and new attractions! If you’re looking for luxury eco-resorts, a new look at the equatorial rocket launchers of French Guiana, a new hiking trail on the southern hemisphere or a new way to explore the...

A historical and cultural melting-pot – Part 2/2

June 4, 2012 | No comments

Reunion Island is a volcanic mountain, having been brought to life as it rose up out of the Indian Ocean. Uninhabited until the East India Company established a trading post in 1642, it was also the site for many pirate landmarks. And from the point man arrived, the sugar cane...

A historical and cultural melting-pot – Part 1/2

May 31, 2012 | 2 comments

The tattooing tradition in Polynesia, the joyful homage paid to the dead in the West Indies, the dramatic destiny of the rebel slaves in Reunion… The Overseas Territories have not forgotten their roots and cultivate the virtues of mixing cultures and races. Each destination has its own festive customs: the...

Sun-drenched flavours

May 29, 2012 | No comments

Mirroring the territories’ melting-pot of cultures, the cuisine of overseas France has mixed roots and is an incredible variety of Caribbean, European, Indian, African and Middle Eastern traditions. Explore a culinary world where thousands of flavours combine with exotic colours and many local traditions. The French West Indies are home...

An aquatic leisure centre

May 25, 2012 | No comments

French Overseas territories offer many magnificent settings for water sports. Fabulous lagoons, waves and splendid climates offer the opportunity to practice various water sports and recreational activities in a truly exceptional environment that is preserved by its inhabitants. Lulled by the trade winds all year round, Guadeloupe is suitable for...

Environment and sustainable tourism (part 2/2)

May 21, 2012 | No comments

Raccoons in parc des Mamelles, Guadeloupe - © Philippe Giraud - Comité du Tourisme des Îles de Guadeloupe

Part 2: Indian Ocean and Pacific Islands Reunion’s park is actually the ninth largest French national park and covers 40% of the island, including 23 communes and containing more than 300 endemic plant species, original wildlife and an active volcano. Since 2007, a National Marine Nature Reserve covering 35 km2...

Environment and sustainable tourism (part 1/2)

May 18, 2012 | No comments

It’s fair to say that the balance between environmental protection and tourism is one which has been discussed over and over again. How can we make sure that tourism, on which economic development so closely depends, has a limited, if any at all impact on the environment? This dilemma is...

Heavenly Honeymoons in the French Overseas Territories

May 10, 2012 | No comments

Sunset at Carbet, Martinique - © Atout France

A thousand miles from your everyday life, in the heart of the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Ocean, the French overseas destinations welcome you with open arms! White sandy beaches, turquoise oceans and the bewitching perfume of the tropical flowers all make Overseas France the most beautiful destination to celebrate the...