Dinner at L'Ilôt du Bout Restaurant/ Bar in Les Trois-Îlets, Martinique - Amazing 2 1/2 Weeks on the Catamaran Sailboat "Wanderlust" in the Caribbean, with Chris, Cornelia, Viatrix and Ernst (April 2026)

This was our last evening in a marina, the last time where with one step only you have ground under your feet and we decided to have dinner in a local restaurant, at L'Ilôt du Bout Restaurant/ Bar in Les Trois-Îlets, Martinique.

Chris, Cornelia, Viatrix and Ernst Tremann: We're a German/American family from Munich who decided to ditch the rat race and sail the Caribbean. Join us as we explore on our catamaran "Wanderlust!" 

Annette and I took up the invitation and joined them for 2 1/2 weeks, from Marigot Bay in St. Lucia to Saint-Pierre in Martinique. They were already beyond the mid of their trip and on their way back to the home port of Wanderlust, in the British Virgin Island. 

During our trip, I posted regularly on facebook about our wonderful experience. This posting on schiller-wine blog puts all the individual facebook postings in one place: From Marigot Bay in St. Lucia to Saint-Pierre in Martinique - Amazing 2 1/2 Weeks on the Catamaran Sailboat "Wanderlust" in the Caribbean, with Chris, Cornelia, Viatrix and Ernst (April 2026)  

I, Annette, so much enjoyed this boat tour. I always felt very much home in the water: I love the seas, bobbing waves, swimming, tropical weather, raw nature, and this boat tour provided all of this. Living on a sailboat makes you aware of how much humanity depends on nature, and how small we are in this universe. You cannot sail without wind, you cannot live without fresh water, you cannot see without light, you cannot cook without some source of energy. Being together with our daughter, son-in-law, and two grandkids age ten and eleven in this relatively confined space was such a joy and taught me once again that teamwork and respect for one another are the most important skills for living in harmony and to overcome daily challenges. I felt honored to be part of this close-nit, adorable family for a delicious moment.

 

Les Trois-Îlets in Martinique (france-voyage.com) 

 

In south-west Martinique, on Le Diamant peninsula opposite Fort-de-France Bay, the coastal community of Les Trois-Îlets offers a most pleasant environment, traversed by the Coves Road (Route des Anses). Before going to relax on the famous Mitan Cove beach or taking a walk along the marina docks at Le Bout headland, take a little tour of the typical town of Les Trois-Îlets, where you can visit the church where the future Empress Joséphine was christened. Then you can go shopping at the covered market or enjoy a stroll along the pleasant seafront. 

 

There are also several places of interest to visit in the area. You can't miss the Pottery Village and its brickworks, in operation since the 18th century. Visitors and holidaymakers love the pottery workshops, arts and crafts, and gift shops. A little further along, towards Rivière-Salée, the Cane House (Maison de la Canne), based in an old distillery, welcomes you with its museum dedicated to the history of sugar cane, with a permanent exhibition entitled "A land, a plant, a people". You can also see temporary exhibitions as well as an area with exhibits about the rum-making process, before heading off to explore the lovely park with its old steam locomotive. Deep in the countryside of Les Trois-Îlets, at the edge of the forest, lies the Savannah of Slaves (Savane des Esclaves), a two-hectare park where you can learn more about Martinique's past and traditions. On a guided tour through the peaceful gardens, you'll see an old-fashioned village with traditional huts. You can learn about the history of slavery in the Antilles, see how local products like manioc flour and cocoa sticks are made, and discover the beneficial properties of Caribbean plants. 

 

The Pagerie estate, located within the territory of the municipality, is famous as the birthplace of a famous figure in French history: Marie Josèphe Rose Tascher de la Pagerie, aka Joséphine de Beauharnais, Napoleon Bonaparte's first wife, was born there on 23 June 1763. The Pagerie museum, entirely devoted to the empress' memory, is based in an old 18th-century plantation house and tells the story of Joséphine's life through a collection of letters, autographs and other rare period objects.

 

Dinner at Restaurant L' Îlot du Bout 

L' Îlot du Bout is a delightful gem in Martinique that has become a favorite for many visitors. Whether you're stopping by for a refreshing drink or indulging in a full meal, the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff make every visit memorable. The owner is particularly engaging, ensuring guests feel right at home. The menu offers an array of delicious options, with generous portions that won't leave you hungry. François and Valérie are very welcoming. 

 

After-dinner drink at the Beach

 

From Marigot Bay in St. Lucia to Saint-Pierre in Martinique - Amazing 2 1/2 Weeks on the Catamaran Sailboat "Wanderlust" in the Caribbean, with Chris, Cornelia, Viatrix and Ernst (April 2026)

See: From Marigot Bay in St. Lucia to Saint-Pierre in Martinique - Amazing 2 1/2 Weeks on the Catamaran Sailboat "Wanderlust" in the Caribbean, with Chris, Cornelia, Viatrix and Ernst (April 2026)

  

  

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