I got off the ship and went to the beach near the fort, visible and walkable from the ship. I swam there. then went into town and found Bamboo Snack, a Chinese restaurant, and had the most amazing prawns over noodles for about $12US. Speak Chinese or French? It will help. I don't speak either and did fine, too. Have a local beer, the Lorraine. ...
Walked to the local beach at the fort and seen plenty of large Iguanas and a few pelicans.
Small beach and not too busy. A bit stony at water edge but shallow in the water with nice sand underfoot. ...
We love this island and again best if you can rent a car and drive for the day around. Unfortunately Fort the France is good for an hour of stroll but that`s it so recommend if you just want the beach to take the ferry to Trois Islet and go to one of the beaches there. The ferry is cheap and fast (7 euro return ticket, 4 for kids). Hit the Point du Bout for snorkeling or Anse Mitan for a swim. ...
Just walked around and took in the town. Went to a cafe for coffee and sat on their balcony and hoped that we would not fall through it. Went to a restaurant for lunch and the food was just okay. ...
We stayed 2 nights in Ford de France at the Fort Savane hotel. It was nice and clean and good value. The pizza place on the corner was good food but extremely slow, many customers up and left ...
