Your first glance at Martinique might surprise you because high-rises are a rarity in the Caribbean. However, since 2012, the 21 floor, glass tower called Tour Pointe Simon has become the centerpiece of Fort-de-France Bay and the capital city. In front are a condominium building and cruise ship terminal. Although these complexes seem out of place, most of the other 436 square miles of this Lesser Antilles island has maintained its historic and scenic charms.
