The Trade Winds Raid: A Unifying Race

Sportswomen, students, military personnel, and even influencers, hailing from Martinique (about a dozen) as well as from Switzerland, Belgium, and France, have crossed the Atlantic expressly to participate in this multi-challenge race. For 5 days, they will compete in the wild nature of the "Island of Flowers" on a course kept secret before the start of the event. Organized by the Martinique Tourism Committee and TV Sports Events, this annual competition features a variety of sports: mountain biking, trail running, kayaking, as well as orienteering, running-trail, and bivouacking. Over the years, this race has become a must-attend event, evolving into a benchmark for female athletes. The goal? To give their best. But not only for that…

Raid des Alizés in Martinique: An Event in Support of Associations

More than just a sporting event, the Raid des Alizés is also a solidarity-driven occasion! Each team represents an association, and the participants themselves, some of whom have unique backgrounds, have a connection with the associations they support.

Notable personalities are also joining the event this year, such as Muriel Hurtis, world athletics champion, Stéphanie Blaise, former basketball player, Caroline Califano, rugby enthusiast, and the multi-award-winning judo champion of Guyanese origin, Lucie Decosse. She has joined forces with her sisters, Gwladys and Jessica, to represent the Guyanese association "Kourir," which supports families with children and adolescents suffering from juvenile idiopathic arthritis and chronic rheumatic diseases. In addition to this association, others are committed to fighting breast cancer, combating pediatric cancers, addressing autism, and supporting research for neurodegenerative diseases. The event receives attention in the press as well as financial support.

A Feminine Nature and Sports Adventure in Martinique

The anticipated media impact is extensive and will provide incredible visibility to Martinique. Whether it's its beaches, natural landscapes, or memorable locations, this rich destination will experience international exposure through the TV Sport Event channel. Additionally, internationally recognized influencers and sportswomen will share the competition on their social networks. Furthermore, French sports coach Lucile Woodward will accompany the teams and broadcast videos on her YouTube channel, followed by over 700,000 people. The CMT (Martinique Tourism Committee) also reports that 60% of the participants stay in Martinique after the end of the Raid des Alizés, along with their companions. A great opportunity to fully enjoy all that our beautiful island has to offer!