Marie Galante Island Travel and Tourism: Vacation Holiday Honeymoon

Marie Galante Island Travel and Tourism. Vacation Holiday Honeymoon. Ever since Christopher Columbus caught sight of Marie-Galante and named the island after his ship the Maria Galanda visitors have been captivated by this enchanting isle. Today Marie-Galantes unspoiled scenery can be found everywhere from its quaint chateaus to its isolated sands. And its rolling hills frosted with powdery sands sugar plantations and 19th-century windmills add to its rustic ambiance. Your first stop should be Grand-Bourg the islands main settlement (located at the southwestern tip of the island) where youll find a helpful visitor center. From there head south to tour the Château Murat a famed 18th-century plantation that features an exhibit detailing the islands history of sugar cane cultivation and rum-making. The chateau welcomes visitors from around 9:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and admission is free. From here continue south to Petite-Anse a golden beach sheltered by sea-grape trees and Le Touloulou a favored Creole restaurant