The Marie-Galante blog

Practical guides and local favourites, written by a team that lives on the island — plan your stay like a local.

What's On in Marie-Galante: Events and Festivals in 2026-2027

Terre de Blues at Pentecost, summer patron saint festivals, carnival, ox-pulling contests: the island's calendar of major events, updated every year.

Jul 29, 2026 · 6 min

Planning Your Trip to Marie-Galante: Ferries, Car Rental and Getting Around

Ferry from Pointe-à-Pitre or Saint-François, the air shuttle, renting a car or a scooter, the market and groceries: the practical 2026 guide to preparing your arrival on the island.

Jul 29, 2026 · 6 min

Rum Distilleries of Marie-Galante: The Complete Guide

Bellevue, Bielle, Père Labat: the three distilleries on the island of a hundred windmills are free to visit, tasting included. Opening hours, tips and bottles worth bringing home — a guide written from the island.

Jul 29, 2026 · 6 min