"Dominica - Adventure in Paradise" Dominica by hajin

Dominica Travel Guide: 275 reviews and 733 photos

Not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, which is the other half of the island of Hispaniola (the other half is Haiti) and a Spanish speaking country, Dominica is a lush and beautiful island that is like no other island in the Caribbean. Nestled between the French departments of Guadeloupe and Martinique, Dominica is a former British colony that betrays its proximity to French influenced countries--through its version of Patois and its creole food.

If you're looking for an idle beach vacation, this is probably not the best island to choose, but if you are interested in an adventure and the chance to meet some of the friendliest people in the West Indies, this is the island for you. Dominica is known as the place for ecotourists, but, even if you are not an ecotourist and just want a memorable vacation, this is the place to go.

Last visit to Dominica: Aug 2000
Intro Written Sep 11, 2002
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There are a lot of different... - Dominica

There are a lot of different... Things to Do (4)

There are a lot of different hiking opportunites and natural wonders that you can take in on this beautiful island...if... more travel advice

Besides the lovely natural... - Dominica

Besides the lovely natural... Things to Do (4)

Besides the lovely natural spots on the island--from hikes to the different waterfalls, the Boiling Lake, the Freshwater... more travel advice

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Dominicans are very friendly,... Local Customs (1)

Dominicans are very friendly, but generally seemed to wait for us to greet them before they greeted us. Except for the... more travel advice

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If you are travelling without a man in your group, avoid, at all costs, the Carib Territory Guesthouse. My friend and I... more travel advice

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daniel001 Jun 11, 2006 at 10:46 AM

Just so you know, the Charles Williams Carib Territory Guesthouse owner you mentioned happens to be the tribal Chief (as of 2005).
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travelgirl3 Sep 28, 2004 at 10:32 AM

Dominica looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing your adventure!
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VERONIQUES Jul 22, 2003 at 5:39 PM

my kind of trip. thank you for sharing. great pics
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yellowstar May 16, 2003 at 1:06 AM

i am sorry for your bad experience in the one guesthouse. other than that the island looks great!! thanks
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Tanechka Jul 13, 2002 at 4:48 AM

What a beautifl nature!
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matcrazy1 Jun 21, 2002 at 9:15 AM

Yes! Looks like paradise!
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Claudi Jun 13, 2002 at 11:53 AM

Very informative!!
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frir May 15, 2002 at 6:09 PM

Happy Birthday!! This is an awesome page, I loved Dominica an
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mabu May 15, 2002 at 9:03 AM

wow, looks like paradise!
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yen_2 May 15, 2002 at 6:52 AM

Beautiful photo`s,great work!!!