Blog & guides
Travel tips for French Guiana, Martinique, Guadeloupe and advice for property owners.
Practical guide
Hotels in Cayenne (French Guiana): a guide by district, budget and alternatives
Where to stay in Cayenne? A guide to hotels by district and by budget (Montabo, centre/Place des Palmistes, Amazonia, Central Hotel…) and apartment alternatives, with Hostel Toucan.
June 5, 2026
Practical guide
Cheap Hotels in French Guiana: Where to Stay Without Breaking the Bank (+ Alternatives)
Finding a cheap hotel in Cayenne and across French Guiana: neighborhoods, price ranges, tips, and the apartment alternative (often more affordable for groups) with Hostel Toucan.
June 5, 2026
Practical Guide
Sleeping in Montabo (Cayenne): beach, hotels and apartments
The Montabo neighbourhood in Cayenne: its beach and sea turtle nesting site, where to stay (hotel or apartment) and why it's an ideal base for your trip to French Guiana.
June 5, 2026
Property Management
Airbnb Property Management in French Guiana: How to Choose the Right One (Guide)
Looking for a property management service in French Guiana for your rental? Selection criteria, services, commission, questions to ask, and how to compare offers so you can rent with complete peace of mind.
June 5, 2026
Explore
Top Adventures to Experience in French Guiana (2026)
The best adventures in French Guiana: the Kaw marshes, the Maroni River by pirogue, the Salvation Islands, the Kourou Space Centre, Amazonian hikes, wildlife watching. 2026 guide.
June 3, 2026
Sightseeing
Mount Pelée & the Route de la Trace (Martinique): Climb & 2026 Guide
Hiking Mount Pelée in Martinique (1,395 m, UNESCO): trails (l'Aileron, Grande Savane), difficulty, duration, weather, and the Route de la Trace. Practical 2026 guide.
June 3, 2026
Beaches & activities
Swimming with Turtles in Martinique: Where and How (2026)
Watch and swim with sea turtles in Martinique: Anse Dufour, Anse Noire, Grande Anse. Best spots, snorkeling tips and respectful guidelines. 2026 guide.
June 3, 2026
Visit
Marie-Galante (Guadeloupe): the island of a hundred mills, rum and beaches
Visiting Marie-Galante in Guadeloupe: distilleries (Bellevue, Bielle, Poisson/Père Labat), windmills, Feuillère beach, Murat estate. How to get there and what to do in 2026.
June 3, 2026
Visit
Les Saintes (Guadeloupe): Terre-de-Haut, Pain de Sucre & Visiting (2026)
Visiting Les Saintes in Guadeloupe: Terre-de-Haut, Pain de Sucre beach (snorkeling), Pompierre beach, Fort Napoléon, the ferry from Guadeloupe. Practical 2026 guide.
June 3, 2026
Culture
The Maroni River & Bushinengé Cultures (French Guiana): 2026 Guide
Discover the Maroni River in French Guiana: Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, pirogue excursions, Bushinengé and Amerindian peoples, villages from Apatou to Maripasoula. 2026 travel guide.
June 3, 2026
Owners
Furnished Rental Taxation in the French Overseas Territories: Micro-BIC, Actual Regime and the 2025 Reform
Taxation of furnished rentals (LMNP) in French Guiana, Martinique and Guadeloupe: micro-BIC vs. actual regime, depreciation and the 2025 reform (reintegration of depreciation).
June 3, 2026
Owners
Declaring Furnished Rental Income (LMNP): The 2026 Guide
How to declare furnished rental income (LMNP status) in France's overseas territories: micro-BIC or actual-expense regime, forms, SIRET, deadlines. A practical guide for owners in 2026.
June 3, 2026
Owners
Overseas Tax Relief: the Girardin Law Explained (2026)
Overseas tax relief with the Girardin law: tax reduction, cap, eligible territories (Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana), risks and duration. 2026 guide.
June 3, 2026
Food & Dining
Where to Eat in French Guiana? The Best Restaurants in Cayenne (2026)
A guide to restaurants in French Guiana: where to eat Creole, Surinamese, Hmong and bistro cuisine in Cayenne. The market, top spots, specialties and budget. Updated 2026.
June 2, 2026
Practical
Getting Around French Guiana: Taxi, Ride-Hailing, Bus or Rental Car?
How to get around French Guiana: taxis, ride-hailing (VTC), buses (public transport) and car rental. Pros, limits and why renting a vehicle is the way to explore French Guiana in 2026.
June 2, 2026
Food & Dining
Where to Eat in Martinique? Best Restaurants in Trois-Îlets & Fort-de-France
A guide to restaurants in Martinique: where to enjoy Creole, fine dining or barefoot-on-the-sand meals in Trois-Îlets, Anse Mitan and Fort-de-France. Great spots and tips for 2026.
June 2, 2026
Food & Dining
Where to Eat in Guadeloupe? Best Restaurants in Le Gosier & Sainte-Anne
A guide to restaurants in Guadeloupe: where to eat Creole, bistro-style or with your feet in the sand in Le Gosier and Sainte-Anne. Top spots, specialties and 2026 tips.
June 2, 2026
Tips
Short-Term Rentals (Airbnb): Pros and Cons (2026)
Should you choose a short-term Airbnb-style rental for your stay in the French West Indies and Guiana? Pros, cons and tips for booking smart in 2026.
June 2, 2026
Culture
The Kali'na Games in French Guiana: Amerindian Culture and Traditions
The Kali'na Games in Awala-Yalimapo, French Guiana: traditional contests (coconut tree climbing, archery, pirogue racing), Amerindian culture, and when to attend.
June 2, 2026
Things to do
Balata Garden in Martinique: Prices, Opening Hours and Visit (2026)
Visiting Balata Garden in Martinique: prices (€16 per adult), opening hours (9am-6pm), suspended walkways in the treetops, visit duration and access. Practical 2026 guide.
June 2, 2026
Sightseeing
The Salvation Islands in French Guiana: visit, crossing and prices (2026)
Visiting the Salvation Islands (Île Royale, Saint-Joseph, Île du Diable) off Kourou: catamaran crossing, prices, penal colony history and where to stay. Practical 2026 guide.
June 2, 2026
Tips
Hotel or vacation rental in the French West Indies and Guiana: which to choose?
Hotel vs vacation rental in Guiana, Martinique, Guadeloupe: price, space, services, kitchen. A comparison to help you pick the best accommodation for your trip.
June 2, 2026
Things to do
Sugar Estates & Rum Distilleries in Guadeloupe (2026)
Guadeloupe's sugar heritage: Damoiseau, Reimonenq (rum museum), Longueteau distilleries, La Grivelière estate, Beauport sugar mill. Tours, rum and history.
June 2, 2026
Practical
Travelling to French Guiana: yellow fever vaccine and entry requirements (2026)
Requirements for travelling to French Guiana: mandatory yellow fever vaccine, lead time (10 days), lifetime validity of the certificate, exceptions. Everything you need to plan your 2026 trip.
June 2, 2026
Visit
Creole Cuisine of French Guiana: Typical Dishes to Try (2026)
Guianese cuisine: awara broth, colombo, fish blaff, couac and blended flavors (Amerindian, Creole, Hmong, Bushinengé). What to eat and where in French Guiana.
June 2, 2026
Practical
Travelling to Brazil and Suriname from French Guiana (2026)
How to cross the border from French Guiana: the Oyapock bridge to Brazil (Oiapoque), the Maroni ferry to Suriname (Albina). Formalities, fees and 2026 tips.
June 2, 2026
Practical
Car Rental in French Guiana, Martinique & Guadeloupe: The Guide (2026)
Renting a car in the French Antilles and Guiana: prices, airport pickup, insurance, driving and tips by destination. Everything you need to book your vehicle the right way in 2026.
June 1, 2026
Owners
Property Management in Martinique: Entrust the Management of Your Rental
Short-term rental property management in Martinique: services (listings, cleaning, guest welcome, luxury concierge with staff and chef), revenue and free estimate.
June 1, 2026
Owners
Property Management in Guadeloupe: Managing and Maximizing Your Villa's Income
Short-term rental property management in Guadeloupe: listing, cleaning, guest welcome, luxury services (staff, private chef). Entrust your villa and maximize your income.
June 1, 2026
Things to See
What to Do in Fort-de-France (Martinique)? 8 Must-Sees
Visiting Fort-de-France in Martinique: Schœlcher Library, Fort Saint-Louis, the market, La Savane, Sacré-Cœur de Balata. Our top picks and where to stay.
June 1, 2026
Practical
When to Visit French Guiana? Climate, Seasons and Best Time to Go (2026)
When to visit French Guiana: dry season vs rainy season, month-by-month climate, rocket launches and tips for choosing the best time to go in 2026.
June 1, 2026
Explore
Camping in French Guiana: carbets, bivouacs and Amazonian nature (2026)
Camping in French Guiana: sleeping in a carbet and hammock, bivouacking in the forest and along the rivers, sites around Cayenne and Kaw. Practical tips and where to stay between two nights in the wild.
June 1, 2026
Practical
Youth hostels in Cayenne and French Guiana: alternatives and good deals
Where to find a youth hostel in Cayenne or French Guiana? Budget-friendly solutions: studios, shared flats and affordable accommodation. Tips for sleeping cheap.
June 1, 2026
Practical
Travel budget for French Guiana: how much to plan for in 2026?
How much does a trip to French Guiana cost: flights, accommodation, meals, excursions (Kaw, Kourou, Îles du Salut), car rental. Per-day estimate and money-saving tips for 2026.
May 31, 2026
Explore
Hiking in French Guiana: Our Most Beautiful Treks (2026)
The best hikes in French Guiana: the Rorota trail, Kaw Mountain, the Tabular Summit, the Voltaire Falls, treks through the Amazon rainforest. Difficulty levels, tips and where to stay.
May 31, 2026
Things to do
The Kaw Marshes in French Guiana: tours, wildlife and prices (2026)
Visiting the Kaw Marshes in French Guiana: wildlife (black caimans, scarlet ibises, anaconda), dugout canoe trips, prices, how to get there from Cayenne and where to stay.
May 31, 2026
Rentals & advice
Renting a villa with a pool in Martinique (2026)
Villa with a pool in Martinique: where to rent (Trois-Îlets, Anse à l'Âne), capacity for families and groups, sea views and budget. Our tips and Hostel Toucan accommodations.
May 31, 2026
Rentals & advice
Renting a Luxury Villa in Guadeloupe: The Guide (2026)
How to rent a luxury villa with a pool in Guadeloupe: neighborhoods, budget, capacity (4 to 14 guests), concierge services. Tips to make the right choice in 2026.
May 31, 2026
Practical
Where to Stay in Cayenne? Hotel vs Budget Rental (2026 Guide)
Where to stay in Cayenne, French Guiana: neighborhoods (Baduel, Montabo, Montjoly), hotel or budget vacation rental, studios and apartments with a pool. Our tips.
May 31, 2026
History & visit
The Cayenne Penal Colony and Devil's Island: History and Visit (2026)
The history of the Cayenne penal colony and the Salvation Islands, including the infamous Devil's Island. Why Devil's Island is off-limits, how to visit, and where to stay in French Guiana.
May 31, 2026
Owners
Airbnb Property Management in French Guiana: Delegate the Management of Your Rental
Renting out a property in Cayenne or French Guiana? Discover how an Airbnb property management service handles your home from A to Z: listings, cleaning, check-in, income. Free estimate.
May 31, 2026
Sightseeing
What to Do in Les Trois-Îlets (Martinique)? Anse à l'Âne and Surroundings
Visiting Les Trois-Îlets in Martinique: Anse à l'Âne, the Poterie village, the slaves' savanna, beaches and activities. Our tips and where to stay with sea views.
May 31, 2026
Sightseeing
Visiting the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou: A Practical 2026 Guide
How to visit the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou: free guided tours, watching an Ariane launch, booking, and where to stay nearby.
May 31, 2026
Explore
What to Do in Cayenne? 8 Must-See Experiences (2026)
Visiting Cayenne in French Guiana: the market, the Creole old town, Fort Cépérou, the Montjoly beaches, gastronomy. Our must-sees and where to stay in Cayenne.
May 31, 2026
Beaches & activities
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Guadeloupe (2026)
A selection of Guadeloupe's most beautiful beaches: Grande-Anse in Deshaies, Sainte-Anne, La Caravelle, Pointe des Châteaux. Tips by island and where to stay nearby.
May 31, 2026
Beaches & activities
The 7 most beautiful beaches in Martinique (2026)
Our pick of the most beautiful beaches in Martinique: Les Salines, Anse Dufour, Anse Noire, Anse à l'Âne… Where they are, who they're for, and where to stay nearby.
May 31, 2026
Owners
Airbnb Property Management in the French West Indies & French Guiana: How to Maximize Your Rental Income
Why and how to entrust your short-term rental to a property management service in French Guiana, Martinique or Guadeloupe: services, fees, income and 2026 tips.
May 31, 2026
Destination guide
Guadeloupe Travel Guide 2026: Islands, Beaches and Practical Tips
What to do in Guadeloupe: Grande-Terre, Basse-Terre, the Carbet Falls, dream beaches, when to go and where to stay. Complete guide updated for 2026.
May 31, 2026
Destination guide
Martinique Travel Guide 2026: Beaches, Hikes and Where to Stay
Plan your trip to Martinique: best beaches, Mount Pelée, Trois-Îlets, when to go and where to stay with a sea view. Practical guide updated for 2026.
May 31, 2026
Destination guide
French Guiana Travel Guide 2026: What to Do, When to Go, Where to Stay
Everything you need to plan your trip to French Guiana: best time to go, must-sees (Kourou, Maroni, Salvation Islands), budget and where to stay in Cayenne. Updated for 2026.
May 31, 2026