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Martinique Tourism Authority Cheers End to General Strike
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S Coward

 
By S Coward
Published on 15-Mar-09
 
New York -- March 15, 2009-- Madeleine de Grandmaison, chairwoman of the Martinique Tourism Authority, issued the following statement today celebrating the official resolution of a general strike in effect on the island over the past few weeks:
Public, Private Tourism Officials Celebrated for Keeping ‘Isle of Flowers’ 100% Open for Business Despite Unrest
New York -- March 15, 2009 -- -Madeleine de Grandmaison, chairwoman of the Martinique Tourism Authority, issued the following statement today celebrating the official resolution of a general strike in effect on the island over the past few weeks:

“It gives me great pleasure to confirm the official end to the general strike in Martinique. The island’s shops and schools have re-opened, and life for the general population is quickly returning back to normal.

“As I have stated previously, stayover visits to Martinique were largely unaffected by the strike. Airport operations were never disrupted, and all of our hotels remained open, accommodating guests throughout the entire strike.

“There was good news in the cruise sector as well, as the Martinique Tourism Authority, the Martinique Chamber of Commerce and the Martinique Cruise Association joined with ground operators, taxi drivers, vendors and restaurant owners to successfully host three ships during the strike.

“I’d like to take this opportunity to commend our airport officials, hoteliers and other tourism partners for their excellent service and unwavering commitment to our visitors during this difficult period.”

About Martinique (www.martinique.org)

The Caribbean island with French flair, The Isle of Flowers, The Rum Capital of the World, The Isle of the Famed Poet (Aimé Césaire)Caribbean World Magazine, Martinique is an overseas region of France that stirs the passions with distinctive culinary delights, awe-inspiring natural beauty, a rich cultural history, warm smiles and so much more. Napoleon’s bride, Empress Josephine, was born and raised here. The Pompeii of the Caribbean, St. Pierre, is found here. The finest French products, from Chanel fashions to Limoges porcelain, are readily available here. La Route des Rhums, a tour of the world’s finest rum distilleries based on France’s famed Route des Vins, is offered here. A special place, to be sure, with so much to offer – Martinique c’est magnifique! – by any one of its many names Martinique remains one of the most alluring and enchanting destinations in the world; as unforgettable as a summer romance or a first kiss. Named “Best Gourmet Island of the Year 2008” by

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