How to Find Luxury Hotels in Dominica

The youngest island of the Lesser Antilles, Dominica is a part of the Caribbean Ring of Fire and is still in the process of being formed by volcanic activity. English is the official language, but a French patois or Creole is also widely spoken. Dominica has two airports, Melville Hall and Canefield, and boasts the lowest crime in the Caribbean.

Things You'll Need

  • Credit card
  • Passport
  • Computer with access to the Internet
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Instructions

  1. Choose Your Accommodations

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      Book accommodations at Sutton Place Hotel by calling (767) 449-8700 or by visiting its Web site (see Resources).

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      Call the National Development Corporation of Dominica at (888) 645-5637 to book lodgings or visit their Web site to book online (see Resources).

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      Experience the heart of the city. The bustling capital of Roseau provides an array of accommodations, the higher-end luxury hotel rooms and suites running from $85 to $250 per night.

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      Stay on the beach in a villa. While 5-star hotels are not a commonality in Dominica, luxury is still available on a smaller scale at accommodations on the coastlines and black sand beaches of Dominica.

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      Escape into the mountains and rainforests. Dominica offers mid-range resorts and cottages in its more remote and adventurous regions, including tree house lodging.

    Know Your Destination

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      Expect relatively warm weather and rainfall. Temperatures run 85 to 90 degrees F on the coast, 65 to 75 degrees F in the mountains, with the most appealing weather from October to May, Dominica's tourist season.

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      Bring adapters for your electrical items. Electricity is 220/240 volts, 50 hertz/cycles.

    Organize Your Transportation

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      Make connections to Dominica through Puerto Rico, Antigua, Barbados, Guadeloupe, Martinique, St. Lucia or St. Martin. There are no direct, non-stop flights from the U.S. or Europe.

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      Rent a car after obtaining a driving permit. Permits are available to licensed drivers 25 to 65 years of age with 2 years of driving experience.

    See Popular Attractions

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      Hike Morne Trois Pitons National Park to see the island's highest waterfall at 150 feet.

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      Scuba dive Dominica's reefs to see beautiful hard and soft corals, colorful fish and seahorses. There are dive sites suitable for all skill levels, beginner through advanced.

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      Enjoy the World Creole Music Festival in late October. The 3 day festival features bands from around the world.

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