Dominica
The youngest island of the Caribbean, erosion has yet to dull the sharpness of her terrain. Beautiful dramatic angles are everywhere. Energetic rivers run vigorously. Dynamic forests remain untouched. From sea level to peaks, there are about 12 major waterfalls, six varieties of tropical forest, a river for every day of the year, more shades of green than you thought existed and more sparkling flora than any guide book can catalog. This is nature isle Dominica.
Quick facts:
289.5 sq. miles
Population 70, 000
Capital: Roseau
Currency: East Caribbean dollar
Departure tax EC$55
Getting there:
There are no international flights into either of Dominica’s two airports – Melville Hall Airport and Canefield Airport. However, there are several routes to get to the island from the international markets.
From the US: (via connections in Barbados & Antigua): American Airlines, Continental Airlines, US Airways and Delta..
From the UK: (via connections in Antigua, St. Lucia, Grenada & Barbados): British Airways and Virgin Atlantic
From Europe: (via connections in St. Maarten): KLM, Air Holland and Air France.
From Puerto Rico: American Eagle
From Antigua: LIAT
Ferry services
From Guadeloupe: Martinique and St. Lucia: L’Express Des Iles
From Guadeloupe: (via Marie Galante) Caribbean Spirit
Getting around:
Car hire is the best way to get around independently. You will need a local Dominican license for which you need your valid driver’s license from your country of residence plus US$12. You must also be between 25 and 65 years old, with two years' driving experience to qualify. Traffic uses the left side of the road.
Where to stay:
Our selection features Harmony Villa, a 4-bedroom villa nestled in 2 acres of rainforest gardens at the foothills of the World Heritage site and Jungle Bay Resort, 35 tropical hardwood cottages elevated on wooden posts, sheltered beneath the undisturbed jungle of the island.
What to do:
The Boiling Lake and Valley of Desolation
Jaco Flats/Steps
Annual World Creole Music Festival in October
Kalinago Barana Autê - The Carib Cultural Village by the Sea
River to Ocean Kayaking Adventure
Whale Watching
A soak in natural sulphur waters
