Travel the inland roads towards the northeast of Martinique to ‘Bele' House. Enter the special world of this traditional island dance “Bele” with African and European influence. Learn the origin behind the dance and how it’s performed. After the exhibition dance you will be invited to test your skills with the dance troupe. Enjoy a well-deserved refreshment before heading to your next stop. A short drive will bring you to the St James Rum Distillery. Here you can enjoy the Old Master House and learn about the development of the sugar cane plantation, cultivation and the processing of cane since its introduction and active distillation in Martinique in 1765. Finally you will have the chance to taste the delicious rum before heading back to the ship.