Manners in Martinique

Greetings

Restaurants typically include service charges, but small tips for good service are appreciated
Relatively relaxed about appointment times, but strict punctuality for official institutions
Do not walk around town in just swimwear outside of beaches
Clothing covering shoulders and knees is preferable in churches and government offices
Always obtain permission for photography; military facilities are prohibited
Greeting in local Creole language makes a good impression
For discussions, cricket and weather topics are safer than politics
Many shops close on Sundays, respecting quietness
Smoking in public areas only in designated zones
Strict enforcement of waste separation and anti-littering