After a few days of trades and spray, Martinique has a way of feeling familiar the moment the hills come up—busy anchorages, tidy harbors, and a shoreline that looks like it knows how to take care of boats. You’ll still want your paperwork squared away and your crew’s time counted properly, but the day-to-day rhythm here is usually straightforward.
Think euros, French hours, and chandlers that actually have what they claim on the shelf. The hardest part is often choosing where to land first: somewhere convenient for clearing and errands, or somewhere quiet enough to sleep before you tackle the to-do list. Either way, set the hook like you mean it, keep an eye on the swell, and don’t be surprised if the bakery becomes a “critical spare part.”