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www.DiscoverDominica.com ContentsIntroduction LAND ACTIVITES 16 Biking / Dining General Information 29 Hiking and Adventure / 3 At a Glance Nightlife 4 The History 30 Shopping / Spa 4 Getting Here 31 Turtle Watching 6 Visitor Information List Of Service Providers RICH HERITAGE & CULTURE 21 Tour Operators from UK 8 Major Festivals & Special Events 22 Tour Operators from Germany 24 Local Ground Handlers / MAIN ACTIVITIES Operators 10 – Capital 25 Accommodation 18 The Roseau Valley 25 Car Rentals & Airlines 20 South & South-West 26 Water Sports 21 South-East Coast 2 22 Carib Territory & Central Forest Reserve 23 Morne Trois Pitons National Park & Heritage Site 25 North-East & North Coast Introduction (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is an independent nation, and a member of the British Commonwealth. The island is known officially as the Commonwealth of Dominica.

This Sales Manual is a compilation of information on vital aspects of the tourism slopes at night to the coastline at midday. industry in the Nature Island of Dominica. Dominica’s rainfall patterns vary as well, It is intended for use by professionals and depending on where one is on the island. others involved in the business of selling Rainfall in the interior can be as high as Dominica in the market place. 300 inches per year with the wettest months being July to November, and the As we continue our partnership with you, driest February to May. our cherished partners, please help us in our efforts to make Dominica more well known Time Zone among your clients and those wanting Atlantic Standard Time Zone, one hour information on our beautiful island. ahead of Eastern Standard Time. 3

Capital Roseau (pronounced rose-oh) At a Glance Other Main Towns and Villages Portsmouth, the second town, situated on the north-west coast. Other important Location/Topography towns and communities include the Carib Located in the centre of the Caribbean Territory, Marigot and Grand Bay. chain of islands; 15.30 W Latitude and 61.20 N Longitude, north of Martinique Official Language and south of Guadeloupe English is the official language, but Creole, a French-based patois, is widely Size spoken by residents. 29 miles (46.7 km) long and 16 miles (25.7 km) wide, with an area of 289 sq Clientele miles (749 sq km) Dominica is for hiking enthusiasts, those seeking adventure, culture, nature, diving Climate and who want to go off the beaten track. Due to Dominica’s topography and vegetation, the climate and temperature Main Activities vary dependent upon the season, or A number of nature-oriented activities are one’s location/altitude on the island. offered on the island, including hiking, Generally, temperatures can vary as much scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, as 10º-33ºC (50º-92ºF) from the mountain bird watching, river bathing, whale watching, jeep safari tours, and activities in adventure parks. The History

At the centre of the arc of the Caribbean archipelago, Dominica Getting rises dramatically to almost 5,000 feet above sea level and hosts eight types of vegetation. Arriving by AHereir is the beginning of the adventure. Dominica 4 Wedged between the two French territories has two airports; Airport just 5 of Martinique and Guadeloupe, Dominica, miles (8 kilometres) north of Roseau is a short which gained its independence from Britain airstrip that accommodates small planes with on November 3, 1978, is a republic within the up to 19 seats. British Commonwealth. Melville Hall Airport is in the northeast of the The island was first settled by the Arawaks in island, 36 miles (58 kilometres) from Roseau, 3,000 BC and later by the Kalinago or Caribs. and is approximately one hour and 20 With Dominica’s highest mountain rising minutes drive from the centre of the island. to 4,747 ft/1,447 km, one can understand why the Caribs called her “Waitukubuli”, As Dominica does not have an international meaning “tall is her body”. Christopher airport, there are no non-stop flights from the Columbus renamed her on November 3, US mainland or Europe. American Eagle and 1493, having sighted Dominica on a Sunday Liat have direct daily flights from Puerto Rico on his second voyage to the Caribbean. Up to Dominica. until the early 1700s the Caribs managed to keep colonialism at bay, until finally the French took control in 1720. From 1720 to 1805, Dominica changed hands several times between the British and the French until it American Eagle was finally ceded to the British in 1805. 800.433.7300 Dominica’s population of 70,000 is mainly www.aa.com of African descent with a small percentage of inhabitants of European descent. LIAT Approximately 3,500 descendants of the 767.448 3980 Caribs live in an area reserved for them, 767.445.7242 known as the Carib Territory, on the north- www.liatairline.com eastern coast of the island. Connections from major international Arriving by Sea gateways are readily available from nearby Passengers can get to and from the regional hubs such as Antigua, Barbados, St. neighbouring islands of Guadeloupe, Lucia, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Puerto Martinique, St. Lucia and Marie Galante by Rico. These hubs are served by international ferry. Contact information for ferry service is: carriers including Air Canada, American SAS L’Express des Iles Airlines, British Airways, Continental, Tel: 767-448-2181 Lufthansa, Air Jamaica, Jetblue, US Airways Fax: 767-448-5787 and Virgin Atlantic. 5 Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Airports Princess Cruises, Seaborne Cruise Line, Star Airport Code and distance from Roseau, the Clipper, Windjammer and Barefoot Cruises, capital city: among others, all call in at Dominica. The main cruise ship berth is in Roseau on the Melville Hall Airport (DOM) Dame M.E. Charles Boulevard. Some lines approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Roseau also call at Woodbridge Bay, just north of Roseau, and at the Cabrits Cruise Ship berth Canefield Airport (DCF) in Portsmouth. approximately 15 minutes from Roseau Dominica does not have a yacht marina at Sea Ports the moment, however, there are several The following is a list of designated sea ports calm anchorages along the western coast where vessels may be entered and cleared: of the island that are ideally suited for the yachtsman. In some areas, moorings have Roseau on the south west coast (the capital) been laid as dropping anchor off the coast Portsmouth on the north west coast is not encouraged. The main areas for yachts Anse de Mai on the north east coast are Prince Rupert Bay in Portsmouth, Castle Woodbridge Bay Comfort just outside of Roseau and at Mero, 12 miles north of Roseau. Mooring craft in what is designated a marine reserve or protected area is prohibited. The Scott’s Head/Soufrière Bay area in the south‑west of the island is a marine reserve and is off limits for mooring of yachts and vessels. A special permit must be obtained for movement of craft from one location to the other. Visitor Information Animals Animals may enter if accompanied by a valid veterinary health certificate plus an importation permit from the Veterinary Officer of the Ministry of Agriculture at the Botanical Gardens, Roseau. Check with the office for current regulations. For more information call the Veterinary Department at Tel: 767.266.3824

Churches There is a good representation of religious denominations in most towns and villages, however, the predominant religion is Roman Catholic. Check with your hotel front desk for times of services.

Climate Average daytime temperatures range 6 from 75º to 85ºF (24º-29ºC) with cooler temperatures in the mountains. Dry season is January to April. Rainy season is July to October. Entry Requirements For a current list of nationalities Clothing requiring an entry visa, visit Lightweight, casual clothing is the best www DiscoverDominica.com. throughout the year, with a light sweater for the cooler evenings in the mountains. US nationals require a valid passport. A Swimwear is not acceptable on the streets. birth certificate with a raised seal and a valid Hiking boots and raincoats are recommended driver’s licence is no longer sufficient to re- for hikes through the rainforests. enter the US. French nationals may visit for up to two weeks with ID cards. A return or Communications onward ticket is required from all visitors. Direct dial service is available. Telephone, cell phone, email, telegram, telefax, data Departure Tax services, radio, television and amateur radio Non-national – EC$59/US$22 services are available. Payphones appear Caricom Nationals – EC$45/US$18 at intervals along the roads throughout the Departure tax is payable in cash only. Children island. under 12 are exempt. Credit Cards Banking Hours Major credit cards and travellers cheques are Mondays to Thursdays accepted by most hotels, restaurants, large 8am-2pm and supermarkets, car rental agencies and tour Fridays 8am-4pm operators. ATM machines are available 24/7. Currency Exchange Getting Married Local currency is the Eastern Caribbean Either party should be on the island two days dollar (EC$2.67 = US$1), but US dollars are prior to application. Requirements: proof accepted islandwide. The rate of exchange of citizenship (passport or birth certificate); at most local businesses is EC$2.60. You are proof of divorce, if applicable; copy of death advised to exchange your currency at the certificate, if widow or widower. A licence banks, for the most favourable exchange fee of US$12 must be paid on submission of rates. above listed documents. Contact your hotel of choice or the Dominica Tourist Office for Hospitals and Medical Facilities more details. Health centres are located all around the island. The following is a list of hospitals: Contact your hotel of choice, the Discover Dominica Authority (info below) or the Hospitals: Ministry of Community Development for more details. Princess Margaret Contact number: 266.3250/ 266.3207 Hospital (Roseau) 767.448.2231 Website: www.dominica.gov Email: [email protected] Portsmouth Hospital 767.445.5237

Marigot Hospital 767.445.7091

Emergency numbers: 7 Fire/Police/Ambulance 999 Crisis Hotline 800.HELP (4357) Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force 767.448.2222 Dominica Fire & Ambulance Service 767.448.2889 Disaster/Emergency Management Office 767.447.5555

Driving Driving is on the left side of the road. The speed limit in Roseau and other villages is 20 mph (32 kph). There is no speed limit outside the towns, unless otherwise stated. Several car rental companies are available on the island, with locations at airports. The cost of a visitor driver’s permit is EC$30 (US$12). Driving permits can be obtained from Car Rental companies or the Traffic Department on High Street (767.448.2222).

Electrical System Tipping 220/240 volts, 50 cycles. A transformer is Most hotels have a 10% service charge required for American appliances. Outlets which is included in the bill. Tipping for are square three-prong. Adapters may be special services is by choice. needed. Rich Heritage and

Dominica’sCulture contemporary culture is a concoction of leftovers from the traditions of the Caribs; the colonialising appetite of the Spanish, British and French; and the servitude of the African slaves.

while most of the other communities speak Kweyol extensively. Kokoy is a mélange of the cockney of colonial English settlers and derivatives of West African languages.

When foreign musical genres were 8 threatening a stranglehold on the youth, they created their own counters: Cadence‑lypso and Bouyon. While pop music still plays frequently on local radio stations, calypso, reggae and zouk are most popular, each with its own indigenous trace.

Major festivals and While the general cultural fabric is special events in Dominica multifaceted, there are core values, attributes and practices that assume pre-eminence. The February – March love of nature is perhaps most conspicuous. Dominica hosts major festivals throughout Apart from designating large swaths of the the year that provide a series of exciting country as protected areas, Dominicans often activities. The year begins with the Carnival grow trees and flowers in their backyard and celebrations, dubbed “The Real Mas” for its many rural homes sport exotically manicured originality, spontaneity and strong traditions hedges. Picnics to the numerous rivers, of masquerade costumes. Leading up to the springs and waterfalls are commonplace. grand finale which normally falls in February or early March, calypso groups organise weekly Carnival, DOMFESTA and Independence soirées known throughout the Caribbean celebrations keep traditional cultural as Tents, which feature the performances of expressions dynamic; and year-long current calypso hits. village feasts reinforce the peculiarities of community lifestyles and heritage. Language The climaxing week of Carnival presents a is also a key element of Dominica’s national packed itinerary. A show is staged almost identity. English is the official language, but every day, whether it’s the National Queen the north-eastern villages of Marigot and Show, the Teenage Pageant, the Junior Wesley have a distinct dialect called Kokoy, Calypso Monarch, the Soca Fest or the National Calypso Finals. Carnival street bands also prepare for the two days of bacchanal by organising private fetes. The Lenten season which follows is quiet.

April – June The Dominica Festival of Creative Arts (DOMFESTA) which runs from April to June showcases theatrical and dance performances, concerts, and artistic workshops. May is the period of Hike Fest, which is also celebrated as Tourism Awareness Month, a time for locals and visitors to explore the island. their produce on Market Day while dressed During the month, special attention is paid in traditional wear. to the tourism industry. New to the festival calendar is Jazz n’ Creole, a musical event Creole in the Park is a showcase of Creole that has included acts like Arturo Tapin and culture and music which takes place daily at Barbara Cadet. the Botanical Gardens, beginning at noon. This is perfect for the entire family. The event July features cultural entertainment with live The Dominica Watersports Association music from local and regional artists, local (DWA) holds its annual Dive Fest at the Creole food and handmade craft from the beginning of July. The event provides region. This event precedes the World Creole special dive packages, whale‑watching Music Festival (WCMF) – Monday-Thursday deals, snorkelling picnics, canoe racing, and of the last week in October. educational marine tours. 9 WCMF is a weekend of global Creole music August held annually at the end of October. As many In the first week of August, the National as five popular bands from different countries Cultural Council and the Cultural Division perform each night, from the early evening organise a sequence of events to until the twilight of dawn. The WCMF blends commemorate Emancipation Day, which is with the island’s Independence celebrations celebrated on the first Monday in August. during the last weekend in October. The weekend after Emancipation, Dominica hosts the Nature Island Literary Festival, November – December which consists of workshops on arts like Dominica commemorates its Independence poetry, book illustration and fiction. on November 3 with a month of traditional cultural activities preceding that date. October When Independence celebrations fold, National Independence celebrations include the Christmas season unfolds. As a Creole Week, which starts with Heritage Day predominantly Catholic nation, the island and ends with Creole Day. During this time, celebrates Christmas both religiously and traditional wear is used, creole food is served secularly with choral performances, traditional everywhere and vendors islandwide display gift‑shopping, fetes and traditional rites.

Throughout the year, villages remember patron saints by holding feasts. These are usually marked by community shows and competitions. The most popular are Fete Isidore held in Grand Bay and San Sauveur in May or June, and St. Peter’s Feast organised by villages along the west coast in June and July. DominicaMain Activities

Although Dominica is small, due to its mountainous terrain one has to compensate for the twists and turns and ups and downs in all the roads, which can very easily double the time it takes to get from one point to another when looking at a map.

Exploring Dominica’s Natural Attractions

As the island hosts such an astounding variety and quantity of flora and fauna, the final destination of a day’s adventure – the guides are recommended for most of the waterfalls, lakes, rivers, black sand beaches – hiking trails. Plan on at least eight hours to see are just excuses for seeing Dominica’s beauty. the main attractions, but ideally one needs a It is not what one sees when one gets to a minimum of five days to even begin to fully 10 particular site, but all the things that one can experience the island, especially if some experience and discover on the way there. serious hiking is part of the itinerary. Existing trails range from easy-going to arduous. To Hikers can find just about any level of trail. make the most of an excursion, wear sturdy Athletes will discover terrain to push their hiking boots, insect repellent, carry a change limits. Birders will not take a step without their of clothes (kept dry) and use a guide. binoculars at hand. The divers will log every rare creature they had not seen anywhere Some of Dominica’s sites require the visitor before and frankly, the majesty and beauty of to purchase a site pass or pay a user fee. It the ocean’s peaceful and graceful beasts will is usually possible to purchase these at the awe anyone going whale-watching. entrance to the site or purchase passes prior to setting off on a journey, from a number of Many sites are secluded, off the beaten path, local vendors around the country. A site pass and can be difficult to find. If you decide to costs of US$5 and a week pass of US$12. rent a car or jeep and explore on your own, Some tour operators choose to include these it is wise to ask questions before departing. in the price of the excursions and take care of Car rental companies, who collect clients just this detail for their client. about anywhere, are usually very helpful with pointing you in the right direction. Most of The following are short descriptions of them will pick up the car at the airport or any popular places to visit in Dominica listed in other designated point. geographical sections for easy reference.

Driving is on the left in Dominica, and the Roseau roads are narrow and winding, so exercise caution when driving. Although it is one of the smallest towns in the Caribbean, Roseau has the highest There are several reputable companies and concentration of inhabitants living within the certified guides who do an excellent job; city. In spite of this, it retains its sleepy nature as businesses close up shop by 4 o’clock and Trafalgar Falls the nostalgia of the creole architecture, open market place and historic plaza transports Up ahead from the village of Trafalgar, one back in time. the mist rises from two white creases in the mountains. These are the twin falls of Although Roseau can be covered in less than Trafalgar. Guides are usually available as 40 minutes on foot, a leisurely stroll on the this is undoubtedly one of the most popular bay front and along the river and up through sites in Dominica. It is an easy walk to see the the Botanical gardens is truly rewarding. falls but to bathe in one of the pools, a bit of The cathedral and neighbouring churches climbing is required. strategically situated at the top of the hill further demonstrate the large complement of historic architectural treasures in Roseau: the quaint Creole and French restaurants, cafes, bars and snackettes.

All Saints University School of Medicine opened in 2006. The School is chartered and recognised by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica. The University is authorised to confer the M.D. degree upon students’ successful graduation. The current structure, located in Roseau, is a temporary site, with permanent structures to be built in Grand Bay within the next three years. 11 The Roseau Valley

Sulphur Springs at Wotten Waven, Middleham Falls, and Fresh Water and Boeri Lakes

Five miles out of Roseau is the quaint and quiet village of Wotten Waven. There are a series of hot volcanic springs that sporadically emit gases. A new phenomenon of hot springs The Boiling Lake and spas for the total enjoyment of visitors is emerging in this quiet community. You can The Boiling Lake and Valley of Desolation now immerse yourself in one of these natural has to be the undisputed champion of the hot springs, at Ti Kwen Glo Cho, Screws and Morne Trois Pitons National Park. A cauldron Tia’s. Soak up, shower down or simply relax in of some 200 feet (61 metres) in width, with natural hot-water tubs and pools. walls as high as 100 feet (30.5 metres) and depth of gurgling grey-blue water of over Not far away from Wotten Waven are the 195 feet (59 metres) deep. The lake is actually Fresh Water and Boeri Lakes, at the base of a flooded fumarole: a crack through which Morne Micotrin. The latest rage is paddling gases escape from the molten lava below, small boats on the Fresh Water Lake and whose temperature reaches as high as 92ºC. experiencing the fascination of the loop trail It takes about three hours to get to the along the lake. Then it’s on to Middleham Boiling Lake. Crossed en route to the lake, Falls, a 40-minute trek along well-developed the eerie Valley of Desolation is a fascinating trails which descend rapidly to a large rock place that stands in stark contrast to the rest basin into which cascades a waterfall from of Dominica’s environment. The hot crusts of over 200 feet/61metres above. this barren volcanic landscape gape open into streaming vents and geysers, creating pools of boiling grey mud, colourful algae and mineral-rich streams of black, yellow, blue, orange and magenta. Along this hike, there are refreshing rivers where one can bathe, but the real reward is a long soak in Titou Gorge at the end of the hike. Enjoy either a short swim up the shady, moss-covered gorge to a short but heavy waterfall, or simply relax in the pool or hot water springs.

Roseau, The Valley & Environs Roseau: • Creole Architecture • Historic Plaza • Botanical Gardens • New Market and its Saturday morning shopping • Shopping nearby hot springs in the Soufrière Bay; the village of Gallion offers an unusual hike and The Valley: provides the ideal location for the sighting of • Sulphur Springs at Wotten Waven passing sperm whales. • Tia’s, Screws, and Ti Kwen Glo Cho • Fresh Water & Boeri Lakes • The Boiling Lake & Valley of Desolation At Scott’s Head, one can visit the Caribantic 12 • Titou Gorge, Middleham Falls • Rainforest Beach Facility near the Scott’s Head Peninsula, Aerial Tram • Trafalgar Falls the point where the Atlantic Ocean meets with the Caribbean Sea; Soufrière/Scott’s Head’s greatest asset, though, is its marine reserve. The reserve ensures the protection South & South-West of its marine assets and allows for some of the best diving and snorkelling sites in the world, South of Roseau, having left the busy little as well as recreational swimming. village of Newtown, one encounters a succession of quaint, understated villages, South-East Coast roadside bars and domino tables being slammed. Bread shops fronting for traditional Venturing over the mountain range from stone bakeries. Men and women leaning Loubière heading east will take you up a on doorways and verandas catching up on snaking road to Bellevue Chopin – a hamlet the gossip and church spires rising high as whose first landmarks are the two roadside landmarks for passing sailors. All these subtle bars opposite each other, right next to details tell a charming tale of these westerly the Catholic church. Scattered across the villages from Loubière to Scott’s Head. hillsides are homes boasting amazing views. Leaving this behind, the road begins to There are many important and interesting descend through the village of Pichelin. The stops along this most traversed road. A locations, names and histories of villages like stop at Champagne for snorkelling and Grand Bay, Pichelin, , Fond St. experiencing the underwater “Champagne” Jean and Bagatelle, which almost seem to bubbles; Soufrière is a sure stop for mineral tumble down the sides of this dramatic coast, hot baths at the Soufrière Sulphur Springs, washed by the white waters of the Atlantic, is the historic Soufrière Catholic church and an experience all of its own. beaches; one has the chance to swim in a few of the island’s 365 rivers. A trip to this side of the island shouldn’t be missed. Note, though, that due to the unpredictable currents and the Atlantic swells, swimming in the ocean here is not advised. If one chooses to swim, please exercise extreme caution and do so in the company of others.

South & South-West

• Villages of: Newtown, Loubiere, , Champagne Bay, Soufrière, Scott’s Head, Gallion • Soufrière Scott’s Head Marine Reserve (SSMR) • Soufrière Sulphur Spring • Caribantic Beach Facility, Scott’s Head Peninsula • SSMR Building in Soufrière • Soufrière Catholic Church

South-East Coast

Grand Bay, known as South City or Cultural • Villages of: Bellevue Chopin, Pichelin, Capital has given rebellion, slave revolts and Grand Bay, Fond St. Jean, Bagatelle, Delices, cultural revival to chapters of Dominica’s Boetica, La Plaine, Morne Jaune, Rosalie and history. The grand Catholic Cathedral above Grand Fond • Pointe Mulatre • White River the crashing waves tells the tales of the first • Victoria Falls • River Jack Falls • Glasci 13 • Sari Sari Falls • Bout Sabe Bay • Rosalie settlements of the freed French coloureds. Beach • Wavine Cyrique Falls and Beach • Riviere Cyrique • Dernier Falls at Grand Fond In contrast, the fishing and farming villages that lie slightly further north on this south-east Carib Territory coast could almost be on a different island, so varied are the topography and customs of In 1903, after centuries of conflict, the Caribs Dominica. The villagers are mainly of French were granted a portion of land approximately descent as is reflected in the village and family 3,700 acres (1,497 hectares) on the island’s names. Behind Petite Savanne, a very steep north-east coast to establish a reservation and windy road continues north into Pointe with their own chief. Today it is known as the Mulatre, White River and Delices. The White Carib Territory, where a group of about 3,500 River in particular is a beautiful bathing spot. Caribs live like most other people in rural This river is fed from the Boiling Lake, thus Caribbean communities. Many are farmers the colour of the mineral-filled water. In the and fishermen; some are restaurateurs, innkeepers and shopkeepers; while others heights of the village of Delices, a couple of are producers of local art and craft. moderate hikes upriver are to the awesome Victoria Falls and River Jack Falls. This side of One of the highlights of a trip to the territory the island is truly beautiful and has so much to is to buy exquisite Carib baskets and other offer, and that’s before one even continues on handcrafted items. In 2005, the Kalinago through Boetica and La Plaine. Just outside Barana Aute (the Carib village by the sea) of Boetica, on an islet, is Glasci Trail. At La was opened to showcase the best of the Plaine, one can take a 50-minute hike to the indigenous people’s life and traditions. Sari Sari Falls, another breathtaking waterfall. Further on to Bout Sabe and Rosalie are During September, the residents host a week the dramatic views and dark volcanic sand of activities for Carib Week Celebrations. The Kalinago Barana Autê offers a unique experience, sharing the history and traditions of the Kalinago, the indigenous people of Dominica. The Kalinago Barana Autê is located along the banks of the Crayfish River near the Isukulati Falls in the Carib Territory. The site consists of a reception centre, snack bar and gift shop. To begin your tour, a footbridge crosses the river and gives way to a circular trail leading to a series of small huts throughout the village. There is a Karbet which is used for cultural and theatrical performances. Kalinago traditional activities in the village include canoe building, cassava processing, basket weaving and herb collection and preparation.

Other important attractions in the Territory include: the Catholic church in , the Carib Cultural Village; the legendary L’Escalier Tete Chien (Snake’s staircase) and Horseback is little wonder that UNESCO recognised Ridge. This is a hardened lava formation that its universal importance for biodiversity and runs down into the Atlantic. There are various listed it as a World Heritage Site in December Carib legends associated with this site. 1997. Within this succession of forest-covered mountains is one of the world’s two boiling 14 Central Forest Reserve lakes, cascading waterfalls, serene mountain lakes and four types of vegetation zones. Emerald Pool is one of the most popular natural attractions on the island. Situated on When one is confronted with the intensity of the edge of the Morne Trois Pitons World any part of this park, it is difficult to understand Heritage Site, a reception centre leads to the that any thing on earth can be so wild and trail’s entrance and an easy 20-minute trek beautiful all at once. Heliconias, bromeliads, through the rainforest filled with endemic ferns, and endemic orchids all sprout and rare flora and fauna. Finally, there is the profusely, thrusting their blooms towards the breathtaking scene of a swirling emerald slightest rays of sunshine that sneak through pool into which descends a 20-foot (6-metre) the forest canopy, while a haze of mist rises waterfall. Along the track, there are a number above the foliage. A network of roads and of lookout points with views of Morne trails work their way throughout the park, Trois Pitons, Morne Diablotin and Morne allowing access to the main attractions. The Negre Marrons among others, one might easiest access points to start one’s discovery even spot a red-necked parrot, among the are through the villages of above the hummingbirds, thrashers, mountain whistler Roseau Valley and further north from the and rufous-throated solitaires, some of the village of Cochrane, above Canefield. many birds sighted there. The Morne Trois Pitons Trail – A hike to the Morne Trois Pitons National Park & World top of this three-peaked mountain is quite Heritage Site – 17,000 acres (6,880 hectares) possibly the most difficult on the island. of lush, mountainous land in the south- Generally it takes about eight hours to the central interior of the island was declared a top and back, but then, most only make it National Park in 1975. The island’s second to the first summit. One must approach this highest three-peaked mountain at 4,550 feet hike recognising that it is a great challenge. (1,356 metres) is its namesake; with so much One of the wettest places on earth, it has an intense beauty and wildlife in one place, it annual rainfall exceeding 30 feet (10 metres) per year. The trail starts just off the main the Hampstead River Valley is truly a magical road which leads to Emerald Pool from Pond spot for river bathing. The pool is a 15-foot Casse. (4.6-metre) deep rock basin and diving off the 25-foot (7.6-metre) high rocks that form On the way there and back, one can choose the basin is guaranteed to make anyone feel to make a circuit and continue on the road rejuvenated. which passes through the Carib Territory and Pagua Bay and back through Concord. Portsmouth was once intended to be the These areas offer numerous opportunities capital of Dominica, thanks to its superb for river-bathing in uncrowded, pristine harbour. The town is home to the Cabrits environments. One passes through a section National Park, which has both a land base and of the Central Forest Reserve before coming marine component. The ruins of the old fort at through the small village of Bells. Jaco Flats, the Cabrits, Fort Shirley has been extensively a historic settlement of the marooned slaves, restored and is one of the main attractions is a beautiful hour-long trek through virgin for visitors to the north of Dominica. Nearby, forests and swirling river pools. Still further is the Cabrits Cruise Ship berth, the only one along the way, coming into the Pond Casse of its kind in a national park. A short journey area is the Penrice Double Waterfalls; just further south, is the world famous Indian River, an easy 25-minute hike there and one is in where Pirates of the Caribbean II was shot on another world. location for its record-breaking film.There one can experience the pleasures of boat rides by Carib Territory & Central Foresty Reserve young, local, highly knowledgeable guides. • Carib Territory • Kalinago Barana Autê ( Carib Village by the Sea) • Catholic church at Salybia Portsmouth is also very well known as a • The Carib Cultural Village • L’Escalier Tete university town. The Ross University Medical Chien • Pagua Bay • Concord – Tuna Village • School has been located in nearby Picard 15 Central Forest Reserve • Village of Bells • Jaco for well over 20 years. One of the premier Flats • Penrice (Spanny) Double Waterfalls overseas learning institutions in the region, Ross is a fully accredited US offshore medical North-East & North Coast school.

From Melville Hall Airport in the north-east of North-East Coast the island one can see the black sand beach • Londonderry Beach • Pointe Baptiste at of Londonderry. This must be some of the • L’Anse Tortue Bay • Woodford Hill finest sand on earth. Driftwood and coconuts, Beach • Batibou Bay • Chaudiere • Hampstead steep red cliffs, windswept trees, dramatic River & Beach • Villages of: Marigot, Wesley, reefs, and rivers that tumble down through , Calibishie, Woodford Hill, Anse de Mai forests of mangroves and fields of coconuts and bananas make this area of the island a The North real charm that shouldn’t be missed. • Cold Soufrière • • Portsmouth • Cabrits National Park • Fort Shirley This section of Dominica has beautiful small • Indian River & Glanvillia Swamps • Purple villages and communities that cling to hillsides Turtle Beach • Secret Beach and bays and have tucked away within their West Coast unassuming backyards Dominica’s prettiest • Morne Diablotin National Park • Syndicate white sand beaches. The picturesque villages Nature Trail & Bird Sanctuary • Milton Falls of Point Baptiste at Calibishie, L’Anse Tortue, • Jaco and Sisserou Parrots • Salisbury Beach Woodford Hill and Batibou Bay are some • Mero Beach • Macoucherie River & Beach of the easiest to get to. Continuing on the • Layou River • Wacky Rollers Adventure Park road which meanders through the villages • Rodney’s Rock Bay • Belfast River • Villages of the northern coast, a short detour inland of: , Bioche, , , and past the village of Bense will yield a Salisbury, Mero, St. Joseph, Tarou, Jimmit, surprise at Chaudiere. A stunning cascade in Mahaut, Massacre, Canefield Land-Based Activities

sensory experience from diners. Some offer spectacular sceneries and captivating panoramas of the island’s unmatched natural beauty along with the unique aroma of blended herbs and species, and each guards its own culinary secret.

Dominican chefs are quite adept at preparing many European and American delicacies, even with a West Indian touch. For the more intrepid traveller seeking a full cultural immersion, there are many food courts and eateries dishing out family-style cooking. Dominican cuisine tends to be spicy but not flaming hot. Fast food franchises on the island are KFC, PizzaHut and Subway. Many hash houses sell a wide assortment of Caribbean snacks such as rotis, meat pies and sandwiches.

Dominica offers some of the most Biking succulent fresh fruits in the Caribbean, including: mangoes, papayas, melons, 16 Dominica’s rugged terrain and ethereal oranges, grapefruits, bananas, soursop and mountains can be both gentle and crude tangerines. They are often served as dessert, depending on how the cyclist handles it. For but when poured or liquefied, they make the the rider craving a winding course through a most sumptuous refreshers. For the traveller green landscape, the island is perfect. It is so craving a drink with a sharper sting, the local easy to become transfixed in a mindless pedal Kubuli beer or any of the domestic rum-based through the island’s picturesque rainforest, beverages, such as punches or daiquiris are across its tantalising fords, along the banks of tingling quenchers. its pristine rivers, or under the breathtaking cliff hangers that straddle the untamed coastlines Hiking and Adventure of the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. The 300 miles of footpaths which open up For the brawnier cyclist, eager to attack unkind to some of Dominica’s most spectacular hills, testing bends, and an unyielding tropical sceneries make the island a haven for hikers climate, the island is equally welcoming. This is and nature-lovers. In almost every part of the simply the other cheek of nature’s unpolished country, webbed trails of undulating plains rise face. However, potential challengers must be up to 4,000-foot mountains, into gorges and forewarned. Local knowledge of Dominica’s across valleys. This is an attraction within reach cycling adventures is priceless. of all hikers whatever their physical fitness.

Dining The tame hiker will discover that a relaxing 15-minute stroll to the Trafalgar Falls reveals Most of Dominica’s restaurants serve up photographic vistas of a dense rainforest, an eclectic menu of continental and West twin cascades, warm pools, and rushing Indian dishes with an obvious focus on the streams. For the average hiker, journeys to tourist. But dining in Dominica is as much the Penrice, Middleham, Sari Sari and Victoria about the ambience as it is about the cuisine. Falls would be simply enchanting; and for the Local restaurants often draw a complete hardcore backpackers, the hours of trekking Fridays. The Ruins located in the city offers a Reggae night on Thursdays. If you are looking to go away from the city, then you might want to go to Randy’s in Wesley for their Wednesday Reggae Nights. In Portsmouth, Big Papas and Le Peroquet swing on the weekend.

In Concordia, the River Rush Eco Retreat offers a relaxing natural setting for music‑filled nights, including “Jazz in the Jungle” on Sundays. Another favourite is the Riverstone Bar and Grill in , a great location for bathing and enjoying the restaurant’s popular fare. to attractions like Perdu Temps, Boiling Lake, Morne Diablotin or through the Waitukubuli Shopping Trail would be a fitting challenge. Dominica is not a country that offers plenty The newest attraction to the island is the of high-end shopping, but there are some Waitukubuli National Trail. This is the only shops, a few bearing signature brand names, island-long hiking trail in the Caribbean. It which offer fine duty-free shopping. Bijoux stretches 115miles from the South to the Terner, Jewellers International, Duty-Free North of the island comprising 14 segments. Emporium, LANDS, Baroon’s, Pirates and Highlights of the trail includes 82 rivers, 7 Coco Chic. They carry a range of luxury waterfalls, 50 mountain passes, 600 species of goods, including perfumes, jewelry, liquors, flora and fauna, countless breathtaking vistas. smokes and china that escape import and The hike offers varying levels of difficulty and sales taxes. Domestic shops and amicable 17 caters to families and avid hikers. vendors sell an assortment of souvenirs, many of which are inimitably handcrafted by Nightlife local craftspeople.

Dominica’s nocturnal ambience is as serenely Unquestionably, the most distinctly captivating as the daylight splendour of its indigenous memorabilia of the country are the natural attractions. Usually, Dominica offers matted handmade Carib crafts made from the a relatively quiet nightlife, but that tide turns larouma reed, but hand-painted T-shirts, and sharply at seasonal celebrations. During the indigenous pottery and carvings also make carnival, DOMFESTA, and independence great gifts. One of the best ways to savour the periods the island’s nightly activities true spirit of Dominica is to preserve its native sometimes mimic that of popular cities. But species, beverages and cosmetics. Shopping there is some light off-season entertainment. in Dominica is a tropical breeze; no congestion Several miniature bars, each with its distinct of elbowing throngs. Currency conversion is character, offer a special drinking experience, not a problem either: businesses accept US whether it’s with some carefree karaoke, live dollars, pounds, and euros. bands or a local culinary special.

In the city, The Garage, JR’s Bar and Symzees provide live entertainment on Wednesday nights, as do the Anchorage Hotel’s Poolside BBQ on Thursday evenings, and the Fort Young Hotel Happy Hour on Fridays after work. On Wednesdays, the Garraway Hotel offers live music from new and upcoming artists along with a band and DJ music (such as R&B and Reggae). There is also karaoke on Sea Turtles

Dominica’s natural wonders are so striking that they are as amazing in the dark as they are in the light. Amidst the whistles of beetles in the blinding darkness of after hours, the sea turtle, one of the world’s longest-living marine creatures, crawls onto the Rosalie Beach to perform one of the most fascinating nesting rituals. This is typical in Dominica between March and October each year, and for those with some luck who brave the nocturnal challenge it is a lifetime experience. Even the luckless vigilant may discover the rewards of a night out on a tropical beach.

Four of the seven species of sea turtles visit Dominica’s shores. Turtle watchers have seen the Loggerheads, Hawksbills, Green Sea Spas Turtles, and the huge Leatherbacks on the island’s beaches. Witnessing a 1,000-pound The natural attractions of Dominica are a Leatherback nest is an amazing opportunity, powerful elixir to stress. Volcanic springs of and Dominica offers just that. However, the therapeutic mineral water, lush rainforest with island allows sea turtle-watching only under tranquil ambience, avalanches of waterfalls strict preservation standards. The Rosalie Sea 18 cascading from towering mountains flowing Turtle Initiative (RoSTI) which monitors nested rivers with soothing whistles, springs beaches daily, is at the vanguard of ensuring sprouting drinkable water, cascades that that everyone follows these standards. avalanche from towering mountains, panoramas that entrance, and a population Kayaking / River Rafting which is among the most contented on the planet, constitute effective metaphysical Dominica’s pristine and uninfected fresh treatment to misaligned emotional energies. waterways and the tranquil Caribbean Sea It sounds like paradise and it is, in as earthly a provide attractive routes for kayakers who form as it could be. can enjoy a safe but enthralling ride on both rivers and seas. The thrill of kayaking at high Spa treatments are available throughout the altitude on the Freshwater Lake in the Morne island at properties such as Fort Young Hotel, Trois Pitons World Heritage Site also testifies Garraway Hotel, and Jungle Bay Resort and to the island’s hypnotic charm and special Spa. appeal.

The Jungle Bay Resort and Spa has Kayakers desiring a chirpier ride could combined some of these attractions on 55 paddle down the foot of the Layou River acres of jungle encircled by the Morne Trois along matted buttress roots, cooing birds, Pitons National Park. The Resort boasts 35 and diverse habitat. Within the limits of the exquisite cottages perched on stilts with prescribed schedule, you can paddle on your private outdoor showers. They blend with the own and even pause to absorb the spectacular rainforest and absorb the din of the ocean scenery. Experienced and competent guides surf. The resort pampers its guests with will ensure that you navigate the light river organic cuisines, yoga, Swedish massages, rapids successfully down to the estuary that aromatherapy, and fine cosmetology that connects the Caribbean Sea, where you nourish holistic wellness for rejuvenating the could bathe, snorkel or simply frolic on the mind, body and spirit. bay. Sea kayaking off the island is equally exciting. The placid Soufrière Bay is an ideal route for beginners. The rich diversity of marine life and the serenity of the coves at the Soufrière/ Scott’s Head Marine Reserve are particularly appealing to kayakers.

Scuba Diving and Snorkelling

Named one of the top ten dive destinations in the world by scuba diving magazines, Dominica’s dive sites deliver on their promise. The west coast of the island offers the best diving due to the calmer waters, but the highlights of the south-west are within and around the Soufrière/ Scott’s Head Marine Reserve, a submerged volcanic crater. Within a half mile of the shore, there are vertical drops from 800 ft (240m) to more than 1,500 ft (450m); with visibility frequently extending to 100 ft/30m. Shoals of Boga fish, Creole Wrasse, and Blue Cromis are Tubing common, and you might even see a spotted Moray Eel or a Honeycomb Cowfish. Crinoids There is a bright spark in the eyes of most (rare elsewhere) are also abundant, as are Dominicans when they boast of the amazing giant Barrel sponges. Outside the Reserve, fact that their homeland has 365 rivers. 19 there are a number of other noteworthy sites as well. The opportunities for It is easy to accept that claim, because underwater photography, particularly macro crystal-clear water flows plentifully all over photography, are unparalleled. Following is the island. In this land of rivers, children a list considered to be THE TOP TEN DIVE grow up with river recreation as a pastime. SITES IN DOMINICA. These range in difficulty Now tour operators are offering tourists the though almost all of them have areas where opportunity to experience river tubing along beginner divers can enjoy too. various rivers.

North West Sites River guides equip riders with life jackets and Toucari Caves – Beginner to Advanced paddles before snuggling them into a large Five Finger Rock – Moderate tube with a boarded base. They follow them Volcano Rim & Hot Springs – Advanced down the tame rapids providing navigational support. Throughout the hour-long bob West Coast Sites downstream, the river unveils spectacular Rodney’s Rock – Beginner - Moderate vistas of the soaring cliffs and enchanting Nose Reef – Moderate rainforests surrounding it. After the trip, many Whaleshark Reef – Moderate to Advanced riders are so drenched that they welcome the swim in the clean fresh water, at the mouth of South West & SSMR the river, signalling the end of the adventure. Champagne – Beginner L’Abym – Beginner Yachting Dangleben’s Pinnacles – Beginner to Advanced Dominica does not have a marina but Scott’s Head Pinnacles – Moderate to yachts may anchor at Prince Rupert’s Bay Advanced in Portsmouth in the north, Mero on the west, or in the south-west. Moorings are available in some of these areas. Whale and Dolphin Watching For a reasonable fee, yachters can contract local sea taxis to provide ferrying and other Over the last 15 years Dominica’s whale auxiliary services. Government regulations watching industry has grown considerably. prohibits the anchorage of vessels at the IFAW and other international bodies have Soufrière/Scott’s Head Bay since this area is recognized the Dominica Watersports a marine park. Association’s records that show Dominica as having the highest species count of resident Yachts and sailboats entering Dominica cetacean in the region. It is not surprising that should immediately check in at one of the Dominican operators boast a 90% sighting island’s three ports of entry. Those sailing to success rate. Humpbacks, False Killer, Minke the northern end can use the Customs and and Orcas are all occasionally seen, as are Immigration services at Portsmouth or Anse several species of dolphin. But the resident de Mai. Those coming from the south could sperm whales (they clave in Dominica’s 3,000 use a dingy or taxi to the ferry terminal in feet deep/900 metres deep waters) steal Roseau, adjacent to the Cruise Ship Berth. the show. During a three and a half hour Captains should have two copies each of their expedition clients may be asked to assist in crew and passenger lists, which Customs will recording sightings which aid the operators in usually take to Immigration to ensure one-stop collecting data that can be shared with local clearance. Dominica works hard to preserve and international organisations. Although its natural environment, so expect to pay the there are resident whales and dolphins and environmental levy on arrival. therefore year-round sightings, there are more species to be observed from October to March. 20 DominicaTour Operators from UK

Alpheus Leisure Explore Worldwide Ramblers Worldwide Tel: 0800 0568898 Tel: 0845 0131537 Holidays www.alpheusleisure.com www.explore.co.uk Tel: 01707 331133 www.ramblersholidays.co.uk Avian Adventures Gullivers Sports Travel Tel: 01384 372013 Tel: 01684 293175 Dive Sportif www.avianadventures.co.uk www.gulliverstravel.co.uk Tel: 01273 844919 www.sportifdive.co.uk Bird Quest Harlequin Worldwide Tel: 01254 826317 Tel: 01708 850300 Tailor Made Trekking www.birdquest.co.uk www.harlequinholidays.com Tel: 0845 0179656 www.tailormadetrekking.co.uk Birdfinders Limosa Holidays Tel: 01258 839066 Tel: 01263 578143 Tropic Breeze www.birdfinders.co.uk www.limosaholidays.co.uk Tel:01548 831550 www.tropicbreeze.co.uk 21 Birdwatching Breaks Motmot Alternative Tel: 01381 610495 Caribbean Trvl Thomson Cruise www.birdwatchingbreaks.com Tel: 01327 830918 Tel: 0870 0602277 www.motmottravel.com www.thomson.co.uk/cruise Caribbean Select Tel: 0870 8440370 New Experience Holidays Thomson Worldwide – www.caribbeanselect.co.uk Tel: 01824 710320 Tailor Made www.newex.co.uk www.thomsoncaribbeanco.uk CaribTours Tel: 0870 2302801 Tel: 0207 7510660 Newmont Travel www.caribtours.co.uk Tel: 0208 9201155 Wilderness Explorers www.newmont.co.uk Tel: 0208 4171585 Chic Locations www.wilderness-explorers.com Tel: 0208 9441973 Ornitholidays www.chiclocations.com Tel: 01794 519445 www.ornitholidays.co.uk Dive Worldwide Tel: 0845 1306980 Out of the Blue www.diveworldwide.com Tel: 0845 2903218 www.oceansworldwide.co.uk Dive Quest Tel: 01254 826322 Q Holidays www.divequest.co.uk Tel: 0870 7201127 www.qholidays.co.uk Tour Operators from France & French West Indies Tour-Operateurs Réservations site Web France Adora Voyages 33 1 53 60 40 50 www.adora.fr Allibert 33 825 090 190 www.allibert-trekking.com/ AMV Plongée 33 5 62 47 41 10 www.amv-voyages.fr Aquarev 33 1 48 87 55 78 www.aquarev.com Compagnie internationale de croisières 33 1 45 75 80 80 www.unoceandecroisieres.com Exotismes 33 4 96 13 96 13 www.exotismes.com Fun and Fly 33 820 420 820 www.fun-and-fly.com Grand Angle 33 4 76 95 23 00 www.grandangle.fr Iles du Monde 33 1 55 42 74 10 www.ilesdumonde.com Key Largo 33 1 45 54 47 47 www.keylargo.to MJM Caraibes 41 22 344 82 09 www.mjm-caraibes.com Montagne Evasion 33 3 29 63 17 50 www.montagne-evasion.com Nomade Aventure 33 825 701 702 www.nomade-aventure.com Océanes 33 4 42 52 82 40 www.oceanes.com Plein Soleil 33 2 31 85 12 20 www.ilescreoles.com Spots d’Evasion 33 2 40 35 22 00 www.spots-evasion.com Voyageurs Du Monde 33 8 92 23 85 85 www.vdm.com 22 UCPA 33 8 92 680 599 www.ucpa.com Ushuaïa Voyages 33 1 55 28 39 99 www.ushuaia-voyages.com Ultramarina 33 2 40 89 34 44 www.ultramarina.com French West Indies Espaces Evasions 33 5 90 91 11 79 Arc En Ciel Voyages 33 5 96 50 27 93 Atlantis 33 5 90 20 76 36 AVS voyages 33 5 96 72 82 32 http://avsvoyages.fr/ Banana Tours 33 5 96 63 66 77 www.banana-tours.com Caraïbes Accès Escapade 33 5 90 81 40 15 Carib Holidays 33 5 90 85 00 64 Caribbean Spirit 33 5 90 574 574 www.caribbean-spirit.fr Carré d’As (Thomas Cook) 33 8 92 70 51 54 Foyal Tours 33 5 96 71 16 85 Globe Trotter Voyage 33 5 96 48 04 80 Georges Yssa Voyages 33 596 50 54 44 Gwada Archipel Voyages 33 5 90 21 52 66 Kiosque des Iles 33 5 96 420 405 Nature Experience 33 5 90 88 51 58 www.nature-experience.fr NAVITOUR VOYAGES 33 590 83 49 50 www.navitour.net Nayaradou Voyages 33 5 96 50 13 13 www.nayaradouvoyages.com Nouvelles Iles 33 8 20 85 00 00 www.nouvellesantilles.com Agence Penchard Voyages (AFAT) 33 5 90 83 47 47 www.penchard-voyages.fr Richard Fléchon Voyage 33 5 96 73 35 35 www.richardflechonvoyages.com SAELT 33 5 90 881 980 www.evasion-loisirs-tours.com SMCR Voyages 33 5 96 72 77 88 Sn Laroc 33 5 96 51 54 54 Sunny Caraïbes Voyages 33 8 90 649 649 www.madikeratour.com Tour Operators from Germany Reiseveranstalter Straße Stadt Land Telefon Fax Email

Dertour Emil-von- 60424 D +49 069 info@ Behring- Frankfurt 95880 dertours.de Straße 6

Meiers Weltreisen Emil-von- 60424 D +49 069 info@meiers- Behring- Frankfurt 958804 weltreisen.de Straße 6

Karibik and more Neuffener 72581 Det- D +49 7123 +49 7123 info@kraibik- Straße 3/1 tingen 976876 976875 and-more.de

Karibik Reisen P.O. BOX Grand Anse Gre- +1 473 +1 473 office@ 1441 nada 4444717 4430825 caribservice. com

Karibik Tours Joh.-Peter- 73054 Eislin- D +49 7161 +49 7161 karibikreisen@ Hebel-Str. 5 gen 88199 817201 aol.com

Dr. Aabadi Am Heiligen 29221 Celle D +49 700 +49 700 Studien- und Kreuz 8 47872 835 47872 836 Incentivereisen 23 Studiosus Postfach 80976 D +49 0800 contact@ 500609 München 44024402 marco-polo- reisen.com

Karibik Inside Lockwitztalstr. 01259 Dres- D +49 351 +49 351 info@karibikin- 20 den 2003280 2841849 side.de

Caribicinseln Marsdorfer 01099 Dres- D + 49 351 +49 351 info@Caribicin- Straße 5 den 3343788 3343791 seln.com

Tropical Reisen Mittl. Bauern- 70195 Stutt- D +49 711 +49 711 info@tropical- waldweg 60 gart 5053531 5053532 reisen.de

McFlight Postfach 206 63703 As- D +49 6021 +49 6021 info@mcflight. chaffenburg 336620 336695 de

Pulbo Sportclub Wollinstr. 11 70439 Stutt- D +49 711 +49 711 peter.baechtle gart 8262901 8262900 @t-online.de

Aventoura Rehlingstr. 17 79100 D +49 761 +49 761 info@ Freiburg 21169911 2116999 aventoura.de

Djoser Reisen Kaiser- 50672 Köln D +49 221 +49 221 [email protected] Wilhelm-Ring 9201580 92015858 20 Tour Operators from Germany (cont’d)

Reiseveranstalter Straße Stadt Land Telefon Fax Email Sunny Islands Radetzkystr. 1030 Wien A +43 1 +43 1 sunny.islands 10 7124747 7134041 @karibik.at

Caribtours Freischütz- 8004 Zürich CH +41 44 +41 44 carib@ gasse 3 4665656 4665600 caribtours.ch

Indalo Space Rue de 1700 CH +41 26 +41 26 voyages@ Lausanne 74 Fribourg 3471520 3471525 indalo.ch

Flextravel Friesenberg- 8036 Zürich CH +41 44 +41 44 info@flextravel. str. 75 4554444 4554927 ch

Travel Karibik Widerholdstr. 78224 D +49 7531 +49 7531 info@travel 26 D Singen 2840607 21712809 karibik.de

MJM Caribbean 26 rue des 1203 Genf CH +41 22 344 +41 79 info@mjm- Charmilles 82 09 7592176 caribbean.com

ASI Alpinschule In der Stille 1 6161 A +43 512 +43 512 [email protected] Innsbruck GmbH Natters 546000 546001

Activida Tours An der Lind 9 65529 D +49 6126 +49 6126 info@activida. Waldems 581818 581820 de 24 Hauser Spiegelstr. 9 81241 D +49 89 23 +49 89 23 info @ hauser- exkursionen München 50 06-0 50 06-99 exkursionen.de international GmbH

Französisches Droysenstr. 6 10629 Berlin D +49 30 +49 30 info@franzo- Reisebüro 2611019 262 96 84 esischesreise- buero.de

Atambo-Tours Westendstr. 60325 D +49 69 +49 69 info@atambo- 71 Frankfurt 74220986 40326978 tours.de

Wikinger Reisen Kölner Str. 20 58135 D +49 2331 +49 2331 mail@wikinger. GmbH Hagen 9046 904704 de

Roger Tours Am Katzen- 55578 D +49 67 mainz@roger- Mainz steg 30 Wallertheim 32603169 tours.de

Kuoni Neue Hard 7 8005 Zürich CH +41 44 277 +41 44 [email protected] 4444 271 5282 Tour Operators from Germany (cont’d)

Yachtcharterer Straße Stadt Land Telefon Fax Email Nagelstraße 70182 D +49 711 +49 711 hotline@ Sunsail Kuhnle 4 Stuttgart 164840 1648465 kuhnle-sails.de Tours B+R Yachting Kiefernsteg 6 14532 D +49 3329 +49 3329 info@bur- Stahnsdorf - 69010 69011 yachting.de Berlin Moorings Candidaplatz 81543 D +49 89 +49 89 Deutschland 9 München 6935080 69350817 Nautic Tours Ecksteinshof 45721 D +49 2364 +49 2364 info@nautic- 2 Haltern am 5088990 5088999 tours.de See Scansail Yacht Palmaille 22767 D +49 40 +49 40 info@scansail. International 124b Hamburg 388422 3893277 de GmbH So long Yachting Holstenkamp 22525 D +49 40 +49 40 solong 58 Hamburg 211571 216084 @t‑online.de KH + P Ludwigstraße 70197 D +49 711 +49 711 anfrage@khp- Yachtcharter, 112 Stuttgart 638282 6365709 mitsegeln.de Kopp. Holtmann + Partner GmbH 25 Local Tour Operators Company Name Phone Street Address

KHATTS 448-1660/ 448-4850 Fort Young Hotel Whitchurch Tours 448-6707235-2206 P.O. Box 910 Fun Sun Inc. 448-6371/612-2790 21 Hanover Street Antours Dominica Ltd. 440-5390/245-0886 P.O. Box 428 Dove Street WRAVE Ltd. 449-8276/616-8276 P.O. Box 900 Hibiscus Eco Tours 445 8195, 275 8195 Concord JTAS 440-5827, 275 5827, 616-5827 PO Box 1528,Giraudel Adventures and Aquatics 275 1317/449 1590 Morne Daniel Highride Nature ATV 448-6296 Rainforest Aerial Tram 448-8775/ 235-9429 (Nikki) 4 Castle Street Impression Tours 276 2660/449 3262 P.O Box 1612 Bumpiing Tours 265-9128/315-0493 Geneva Extention Vivi’s Excursiones Inc. 265-6507/440-3430 17 Castle Street Eco Exotica Tours Inc. 276-8916/448-7932 Castle Comfort Nature Island Taxi Association 440-4439/265-1569 (Gretta Birmingham) 4 Great George Street Cool Breeze Tours 245-1776 P.O. Box 1387Cuba Road, Mero Antilles Dominica Eco Tours 01133607871356 P.O. Box 2275 /225 8828 4 Passage Pere Cohard 38240 Meylan France Certified Accommodation Listing Property Telephone Email Anchorage Hotel 448 2638 [email protected] [email protected] Comfortel De Champs 275 3660/3710 [email protected] Comfort Cottages 445 3245 [email protected] 616 3325 Calibishie Cove 265 1993 [email protected] [email protected] Calibishie Lodges 445 8537 [email protected] Chez Ophelia 448 3438 [email protected] Cocoa Cottages 448 0412 [email protected] 276 2920 Dominica Sea View Apartments 445 8537 [email protected] Elegant Suites 448 0474 [email protected] Emerald View Apartment 449 3462 [email protected] 276 1404 Fort Young Hotel 448 5000 [email protected] Garraway Hotel 449 8800 [email protected] Hide Out Cottage 446 4642 [email protected] 277 8750 Jungle Bay Resort 446 1789/1082 [email protected] 235 1739 26 La Flamboyant Hotel 440 7190 [email protected] 616 7191/7189 Papillote Wilderness Retreat 448 2287 [email protected] Picard Beach Cottages 445 5131 [email protected] Portsmouth Beach Hotel 445 5142 [email protected] Rejens Hotel 445 5577 [email protected] 235 3860 Rosalie Bay Resort 446 1010 [email protected] Suite Pepper Cottage 616 4321 [email protected] 245 1234 Sea Cliff Cottages 445 8998 [email protected] 317 7839 [email protected] 265 3473 Zandoli Inn 446 3161 [email protected] 225 5585 Car Rentals Company Name Phone Company Name Phone Accessories Plus 440 6073 C and S Scooter Rental 277 4497 245 4413 448 6942 Atlantic Car Rental 445 8307 Courtesy Car Rental 448 7763 Best Deal Car Rental 449 9204 235 7763 Bonus Car Rental 448 2650 Easy Car Rental 440 2156 Calabash Motors 445 7816 235 6615 445 7690 Elite Rentals 277 0851 Car Rentals (cont’d) Company Name Phone Company Name Phone Economy Car Rental 449 9559 Road Runner Rentals 440 2952 448 7461 276 6062 Garraway-Rent-Car 448 2891 Silver Lining Car Rental 445 3802 Island Car Rental 255 6844 445 5502 235 7368 245 8306 J X Rentals 445 3497 Valley Rent A Car 448 3233 445 3498 U-Save Rent A Car 445 6931 245 1174 Water Sports

Company Name Owner Street Address Contact

Aldive W.A.T.E.R Billy Lawrence 18 Victoria Street, 440 3483 Sports Newtown Email: [email protected] Website: www.aldive.com

Dive Dominica Daniel Perryman Castle Comfort 448 2188 Website: www.divedominica.com

Anchorage Armour Family Castle Comfort 448 2639 Whale Watch 27 & Dive Centre

Cabrits Dive Peter & Helen Picard Estate 445 3010/275 3020 Centre Hepp Website: www.cabritsdive.com

Nature Island South Western Soufriere 449 8181/235 4585 Dive Investment Ltd. Email: [email protected] Website: www.natureislanddive.com

Sunset Bay Club Sunset Bay Batalie Beach, 446 6522 Dive Centre Club Ltd. Coulibistrie www.sunsetbayclub.com

East Carib Beatrice Salisbury 449 6575 Dive Ltd. Contrera Email: [email protected] Website: www.east-carib-dive.de

Irie Safari Clem Johnson Champagne, 440 5085 Pointe Michel Email: [email protected]

Kubuli Andrew Armour Pt. Guinard Estate 275 3639 Watersports P.O. Box 34 612 4401

JC Ocean Mero 449 6957 Adventures Email: [email protected] Website: www.jcoceanadventures.com

Fort Young Email: [email protected] Website: www.fortyounghotel.com/diving.cfm

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