Travel Guide

Dominica

Nicknamed the โ€œNature Island of the Caribbeanโ€ for its stunning natural beauty, Dominica is the youngest island in the Lesser Antilles, and is in fact still being formed by geothermal volcanic activity, namely, the worldโ€™s second largest hot spring, Boiling Lake. The island is a mountainous island nation with tropical rainforests, inspiring waterfalls, emerald pools and black sand beaches.

Dominicaโ€™s culture is a blend of European and African influences and is home to the Kalinago, the Caribbean's only remaining population of pre-Columbian Carib Indians. The islandโ€™s cuisine includes traditional foods like cassava bread, rice and peas, stewed chicken and beef and friend and stewed fish. Dominica is an absolute pleasure, with surprises around each corner and deliciously untouched landscape.

Map

Nate Padavick

When & How to Travel

Best Time of Year

Dry season (January to May)

Visa Requirements

Visa free up to 6 months (US, Commonwealth of Nations & EU citizens)

Currency

East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) $, EC$

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