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Did you know?• Nicknamed the “Nature Island”

• One of the world’s top-rankedscuba diving destinations

• Ranked the #1 sustainable islandin the Caribbean by National Geographic Traveler

• Home to 365 rivers and manystunning waterfalls

• The last island created in the Caribbean, a spry 26 million years old

• The only Eastern Caribbean island that still has a population of pre-Columbian native Kalinago (Caribs)

Welcome to Nature’s PlaygroundRumor has it, upon discovering Dominica on his second voyage into the new world, Queen Isabella of Spain asked Christopher Columbus to describe the island. He was at a loss for words. Instead, he took a piece of paper, crumpled it, and tossed it onto the table. “That is Dominica,” he said. Over 500 years later, the Nature Island’s dramatic peaks, lush rainforests, rushing rivers, welcoming waterfalls, and volcanic wonders are still leaving visitors speechless.

Come, discover a place where time stands still and experience the unforgettable beauty and adventure that awaits you in oneof the best-kept secrets of the Caribbean.

MUST-SEEwaterfalls & hikes

• Emerald Pool

• Middleham Falls

• Trafalgar Falls

• Waitukubuli National Trail

adventure

• Canyoning

• Kayaking

• Horseback Riding

• Boiling Lake

NatureAUTHENTIC ADVENTURE

Designed by Mother Nature for pure enjoyment, cultivate memories and stories that will last a lifetime in this fertile ground for adventure.

NurtureSUN-SEEKING AND SOUL-SEARCHING

Relax your inner restraints, silencethe cautious commentary in your mind, and let Dominica revive the fearless, fun-loving, barefoot part of your soul.

Trafalgar Falls

Chaudiere Pool Point Baptiste

Calibishie

Never Want to LeaveOFFSHORE WONDERLAND

Plunging cliff walls, kaleidoscopic coral reefs,eerie caves, enchanting thermal vents, and unparalleled beauty— Dominica’s underwater world is just as rich, vibrant, and varied as its topside attractions.

Scott s Head

Wott en Waven

MUST-DODIVES & SNORKELING

• Scotts Head Pinnacle

• L’abym (The Abyss)

• Coral Gardens

• Dangelben’s Pinnacles

WATCH THE WATERS

• Whales

• Dolphins

• Sea Turtles

MUST-experienceREST

• Pointe Baptiste

• Mero Beach

• Douglas Bay

RELAX

• Indian River

• Fishing

• Kalinago Territory

REJUVENATE

• Bubble Beach Spa

• Wotten Waven

• Historic Roseau

• Titou GorgeCaribbean Sea

DOMINICA

Wonders Worth the JourneyMOTHER NATURE BROKETHE MOLD WITH THIS PLACE

The Caribbean is known for picturesque scenery, blue waters and pristine beaches. But there’s more to this tropical paradise than the surf and sand. A mountain-fi lled marvel, Dominica’s unmatched terrain and vibrant inhabitants offer experiences that continually reacquaint you with Nature’s unending power to surprise.

1. Morne Trois Pitons National Park

2. Boiling Lake

3. Calibishie

4. Champagne Reef

5. Emerald Pool

6. Papillote Tropical Gardens

7. Soufrière Bay

8. Kalinago Territory

9. Victoria Falls

10. Waitukubuli National Trail

11. Morne Diablotins

12. Titou Gorge

13. Glassé Trail

14. Secret Bay Beach

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Morne Trois PitonsNational Park

Douglas-Charles(DOM)

Canefi eld (DCF)

Roseau6

Papillote Tropical Gardens

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Victoria Falls

UNESCO World heritage site

Caribbean’s onlylong-distance hiking trail

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Champagne Reef Emerald Pool

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Boiling Lake Calibishie

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Soufrière Bay

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Kalinago Territory

2nd largest boiling lake on earth

Getting HereTraveling to an off-the-beaten path isle, like Dominica, takes a littlepatience. But your time will be rewarded with untold treasures and experiences that will beckon you back for years to come.

BY AIRDominica is serviced by two airports: Douglas-Charles (DOM) and Canefi eld (DCF). International fl ights from the U.S. and Europe connect through hubs in Antigua (ANU), Barbados (BGI), St. Maarten (SXM), Puerto Rico (SJU), Guadeloupe (PTP) andSt. Lucia (SLU).

BY FERRYCatamarans operated by L’Express des Îles ferries 300-400 passengers between Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, and St. Lucia.

BY CRUISEThere are three main berths on Dominica: The Roseau cruise ship berth, Woodbridge Bay Deep Water Harbour, and Cabrits cruise ship berth.

Visit DiscoverDominica.com to book your fl ight orget the information you need to start planning your trip.

Waitukubuli National Trail

Amazement is Always in Season

october

World CreoleMusic Festival

november

IndependenceCelebrations

july

Dive FestFEBRuARY

Carnival

World CreoleWorld CreoleMusic FestivalMusic Festival

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Know BeforeYou GoLANGUAGE

CURRENCY

Eastern Caribbean Dollar, XCD$USD $1.00=XCD $2.70

AVG. ANNUAL TEMPERATURE

82°CUISINE

An exciting blend of Créole with tropicalfruits and vegetables.

TIPPING

Voluntary; hotels and restaurants may add a 10% service charge.

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