Explore the Caribbean island where hot springs, rainforests and biodiversity are prioritized over mass tourism.
Mountainous Dominica, tucked away between Guadeloupe and Martinique, is a superbly preserved hideaway of waterfalls, gorges, hot springs, and rainforests.
Unlike its neighbors, the island nation has no cruise terminals or big airports, resulting in a lack of mass tourism and creating the perfect environment for the majestic landscape to thrive.
Below the surface, the island’s dramatic geography of towering volcanic formations and plummeting cliffs continues, enlivened with the full technicolor gamut of sponges and tropical fish. You'll be joined by local residents like octopus, rays, parrotfish, hawksbill turtles, and eels.
For an experience with extra fizz, head to Champagne Reef. These thermal springs on the ocean floor create streams of bubbles to add an even more fantasy-like feeling to your diving and snorkeling adventures.
Dominica is also home to Secret Bay, one of the most exclusive resorts in the region. Think secluded clifftop villas, private plunge pools, dedicated villa hosts, on-call concierge, chefs, and guides.
There's the choice to head for the soft white sand and shallow turquoise waters of the resort’s private beach and call it a day (or a week). However, spiritual journeys with the resort’s seasoned healers, rappelling adventures into the depths of the island, and other perspective-shifting, life-altering experiences are on the menu too.
Let us know, and we'll start putting together an exclusive, unforgettable trip to this undiscovered corner of the Caribbean.
Jurriaan Teulings
Jurriaan dreamt of becoming either an astronomer or a circus clown. He became a lawyer instead, but finally found the ultimate fit for his free-range mind as a travel writer and photographer. A Stroopwafel evangelist, he's also won a few awards: two in plexiglass, one in bronze, and one made of beads. The biggest prize: 20 years of travel to all continents and 99 countries so far.
All images courtesy of Secret Bay