Overseas Territories: Tropical France

Caribbean France

French overseas departments offer tropical alternatives:

Martinique and Guadeloupe

• Beach resorts: Competing with Caribbean neighbors
• Cultural tourism: Créole heritage and cuisine
• Eco-tourism: Rainforest and volcano experiences
• Cruise tourism: Major port development

Pacific Territories

French Polynesia and New Caledonia face distance challenges:

Tourism Realities

• Ultra-long-haul markets: 24+ hour journeys from Europe
• High-end positioning: Overwater bungalows and luxury resorts
• Cultural sensitivity: Balancing tourism with indigenous rights
• Environmental concerns: Climate change threatens assets