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Carnival (20 – 21 February)

Carnival, or ‘The Real Mas’, is a pre-Lenten festival, and is unquestionably the most festive season in Dominica. From January and into February, Dominicans and visitors alike are invited to join in Carnival activities taking place across the Nature Island including parades, Calypso, Junior Monarch, Teen and Queen Pageant, carnivals and much more, climaxing on 20-21 February.

Tourism Awareness Month (May)

The Tourism Awareness Month is organised in an effort to increase awareness of the tourism and hospitality industry’s economic, cultural and social contributions to Dominica. It will be celebrated for the fifth consecutive year in 2012, under the theme, ‘Tourism is Everybody’s Business, Let’s Play Our Part’. Many activities are planned throughout the month including clean up and beautification projects, a Health & Wellness Expo and Paint-a-Thon to revive some of the older buildings.

Hike Fest (12, 19, 26 May)

Lace up your boots! Hike Fest celebrates some of the best hiking the island has to offer and welcomes hiking enthusiasts from across the globe.

This year, Hike Fest will focus on the newly launched Waitukubuli National Trail, the first and only long distance walking trail in the Caribbean, running for 115 miles from the south to the north of the island, traversing forest reserves, national parks, old slave routes, ruins of plantations, small farms and country villages.

Dive Fest (6-15 July)

Dominica boasts one of the most fascinating diving experiences in the region, and fans of the underwater world are invited to take part in the Caribbean’s longest running dive festival.

Experienced and beginner divers are invited to take part, with a number of taster sessions available throughout the week for both adults and children. Other activities include whale watching, a children’s treasure hunt, the annual and hotly contested Kubuli Carib canoe race, and the climax to Dive Fest, the Soufriere Kubuli beach party on July 15 – one not to miss!

World Creole Music Festival (26-28 October)

This year Dominica will host the 16th annual World Creole Music Festival, one of Dominica’s most popular events. The World Creole Music Festival started life in 1997, providing a platform for Creole music and culture and to showcase the island’s own talent. Local acts are now joined by performers from across the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and the US, as the festival has grown in reputation; expect three nights of pulsating rhythm.

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, lying south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique.

For more information about Dominica please call 0800 0121 467 or visit www.discoverdominica.com  and www.youtube.com/discoverdominica

A selection of short video guides about the island can be downloaded for free on www.iTunes.com and you can keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook www.facebook.com/discoverdominica  and Twitter www.twitter.com/nature_island

MLT Vacations launched a Caribbean sale offering up to 10,000 bonus miles per person and reduced rates or additional amenities at select resorts throughout the Caribbean through the Delta Vacations and United Vacations brands. The sale is open for bookings through Feb. 18, for travel April 1 to Sept. 30.

MLT is promoting its Caribbean product in an effort to build on an impressive year in the Caribbean in 2011, when the company grew business in the Caribbean by 46 percent over the previous year.

MLT Vacations offers a variety of hotels, rental cars and activities in the Caribbean. MLT Vacations manages multiple vacation brands, including Delta Vacations, in partnership with Air France Holidays and Alitalia Vacations, United Vacations, and Worry-Free Vacations.

For more information, call 800-727-1111.

Dominica’s Rosalie Bay Resort is celebrating its first year with 33 percent off regular daily rates at the 28-room resort through Oct. 31, 2012.

Through the offer, travelers save on stays during the popular sea turtle nesting season.

From March through October, three species of endangered sea turtles nest and hatch on Rosalie Bay’s protected black sand beach.

Guests can participate in sea turtle education programs, watch leatherback, green and hawksbill turtles nest, and observe hatchlings making their way to the Atlantic Ocean.

Daily rates, including the discount, begin at $149 for two people. The offer is available in all room categories, from the garden-view rooms to spacious river-side suites along the Rosalie River.

Rooms are furnished with hand-crafted hardwood furniture, bathrooms with rain showers, and patios with views of the garden, ocean or river. Daily rates include continental breakfast featuring fruit grown in Rosalie Bay’s organic garden.

Guests also enjoy complimentary daily yoga, organic cuisine, nature trails, an oceanfront spa and, an onyx-lined natural saltwater pool.

For more information, call 877-732-2864.

The launch of the longest hiking trail in the Caribbean, a stunning new eco-luxury property, new flights and convenient year round ferry access are just some of the reasons why to visit Dominica in 2012…

Launch of the Waitukubuli National Trail: Launching in early 2012, the Waitukubuli National Trail is the first and only long distance hiking trail in the Caribbean traversing the entire island.

Named after the indigenous name for Dominica (meaning “tall is her body”), the Trail runs for 115 miles from the south to the north of the island and will be divided into 14 sections.

Hikers will be able to complete one section per day so in total it will take two weeks to cover the entire trail. It traverses forest reserves, national parks, old slave routes, ruins of plantations that once processed sugar, coffee and limes, small farms and country villages.

Homestays with local families and small guest houses will be available as an accommodation option.

www.waitukubulitrail.com

Secret Bay – Introducing A Caribbean Treasure In Dominica: Minimalist, chic and eco-luxury: situated on a cliff-top overlooking the sea, the brand new Secret Bay comprises of four spacious secluded villas and bungalows with a large open veranda, private pool/jacuzzi and pool deck, outdoor shower and a hammock.

Services on offer include a full-time attendant and cook and organic food baskets, while guests are treated to a complimentary welcome dinner upon arrival. Secret Bay is one of the most eco-friendly developments in the Caribbean region and the entire site was painstakingly developed using green and sustainable practices to minimise environmental impact.
www.secretbay.dm

Island Hopping From Dominica Gets Much Easier: A new year-round ferry service launched in autumn, is making island hopping between Dominica, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe and Martinique easier than ever before.

The four Lesser Antilles islands have been connected until now with a less frequent service, which has proved so popular with locals and visitors alike that it was decided to extend on a daily, year-round basis.

The service is operated by L’ Express Des Iles. Dominica is located between Guadeloupe and Martinique and the journey with Jeans, the new ferry, to either of these islands takes approximately 2 hours.

The trip from Dominica to Saint Lucia is about 4.5 hours long.

www.express-des-iles.com

Gorge Zip Challenge, Dominica’s Newest Attraction, Now Open: Calling all adrenaline fans…

The highest zip line in the Southern Caribbean opened last month in Dominica. The six-platform Gorge Zip Challenge course navigates three adrenaline-pumping lines through the rainforest canopy.

The highest and most exciting is a ride over the 350 feet Breakfast River Gorge. Operated by Rainforest Adventures, the attraction is open on a year-round basis. Admission to the zip line begins at US$50 (£31) for visitors. Children must be 12 years or older to ride, with some restrictions.

www.rainforestadventure.com

Home Stay Programme with Indigenous Carib Indians Now Launched: Dominica is the only Caribbean island with a population of indigenous Carib Indians (around 3,000), known locally as the Kalinago – and visitors interested in finding out more about their lifestyle can now take part in a new home stay programme.

The scheme is designed to provide visitors with an opportunity to experience the rich and unique heritage of Dominica’s first settlers, while providing at the same time greater opportunities for the residents of the community to benefit from the tourism sector.

The host homes are private, owner-occupied residencies that provide simple accommodation and hosts are residents of the Kalinago Territory.

www.kalinagoterritory.com

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Increased Air Access For Dominica: If you are thinking of visiting Dominica, there are some new options that may be useful when you are planning your trip.

Launching this month, Air Sunshine is the latest airline to serve Dominica, with flights from San Juan in Puerto Rico, operating four times a week.

Earlier in the year, BVI Airways connected Dominica to St. Maarten with three evening flights a week, allowing for more convenient same day connections from Europe.

In addition, regional air carrier LIAT began regularly scheduled night landing operations into Dominica earlier this summer, following a $50 million (£31 million) upgrade and improvements to Melville Hall Airport, on the northeast coast of the island.

www.airsunshine.com,  www.gobvi.com, www.liat.com

New iPad Application Showcases Dominica’s Underwater World: A new iPad app has just been launched by underwater photographer Steve Jones, providing the ultimate above and under water guide to the Nature Island. Available in iTunes, Pearls of the Caribbean is a must-have for any keen diver visiting Dominica.

Its coast is varied in terms of diving, with steep 6,000ft drop-off walls, beautifully coloured coral, Champagne snorkelling and craters. Fans of the underwater world are also able to experience the Caribbean’s longest running diving festival at the annual Dive Fest every July.
www.itunes.com

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, lying south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique.

For more information about Dominica please call 0800 0121 467 or visit www.discoverdominica.com  and www.youtube.com/discoverdominica .

A selection of short video guides about the island can be downloaded for free on www.iTunes.com  and you can keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook www.facebook.com/discoverdominica  and Twitter www.twitter.com/nature_island

CasaSandra – Isla Holbox, The Mexican Caribbean
Infusing CasaSandra with her unique sensibilities and an artistic touch, Pablo Milanes´ muse and co-author, Sandra Perez, has created a getaway that is both refreshing and exquisite with new Reiki Sessions. Leave the chaos behind and start the New Year at CasaSandra with Master Reiki, Celina Gonzales, who with an expertise in constellations and reflexology cured her own battle with cancer. Helping soul searchers get in tune with the universal power (Chi-Ki), Celina combines light and a calm environment in her practices. Sessions start at $240. www.casasandra.com

The Jewel Dunn’s River Beach Resort & Spa – Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Located a stone’s throw away from the spectacular Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the new all-inclusive, adults-only Jewel Dunn’s River Beach Resort & Spa is the ideal destination for friends, couples, honeymooners and idyllic weddings.

This coming year, the 250-guestroom resort welcomes couples to begin their journey with wedding and honeymoon packages as well as new, special services such as Dive-in Movies and pool concierge that make experiences at The Jewel truly uniquely priceless at no extra charge with the Jewel’s all-inclusive services. www.jeweldunnsriverresort.com 

Mystic Ridge Resort – Ochos Rios, Jamaica

Perched upon a lush breezy hillside above Ochos Rios, Jamaica, Mystic Ridge opens a boutique resort property equipped with deluxe suites and luxury rentals in December 2011.

The opening of this boutique resort signals a revival of tourism in Ocho Rios, offering travelers complete access to the area’s best beaches, dining and entertainment. (Website coming soon).

Pink Sands – Harbour Island, The Bahamas
Set along the legendary three-mile strip of pink-sand beach of Harbour Island, the resort recently launched Pink Sands Estates with access to resort amenities, restaurants, concierge service, housekeeping, tennis courts, in-room massage services, house manager, golf cart, and much more. Two, three-bedroom estate homes are now available to those looking for private getaways with families and friends.

Also, with new wedding and honeymoon packages, Pink Sands is the idyllic wedding destination that takes the guesswork out of wedding planning and makes honeymooning unforgettable. Rates start at $495 per night and estates rental start at $2,650 per night.

Estates ownership opportunities still available.

http://pinksandsresort.com 

Porto Maho – Sint Maarten

The Caribbean unveils its newest, most exclusive village: one that blends luxury with local character, contemporary design and an environmental ethos.

The crown jewel of Sint Maarten: Porto Maho. The Villas and The Vistas at Porto Maho invite residents into the island lifestyle of the Caribbean and the panoramic scenery of Simpson Bay Lagoon.

Touted as a destination within a destination, Porto Maho is an island sanctuary for the privileged few ready to call it home, yet enjoys immediate access to the island’s largest casino largest casino, exhilarating nightclubs, the region’s best duty-free shopping and an array of international restaurants. Starting at $4.2M. www.portomaho.com.

Rain Forest Adventures Dominica – More Trois Pitons National Park

Located within a mountain cloud forest at the edge of the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, Rain Forest Adventures Dominica launches the new electrifying Gorge Zip Challenge. The six-platform course zip challenge navigates three adrenaline-pumping lines through the rainforest canopy and reigns supreme as the Southern Caribbean’s highest zip line. Rates start at $46. www.rainforestadventure.com

Embodying minimalist chic and eco-luxury and situated on a cliff-top overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Secret Bay is the latest boutique property to open its doors in Dominica.

Located on the northwest coast of Dominica, the brand new property comprises of four exquisite villas and bungalows that provide a distinctive getaway experience. Secluded villas encompass a spacious 2,500 square feet and include a large open veranda to take in the breathtaking views of the sea below and the surrounding mountains, as well as private pool/jacuzzi and pool deck, outdoor shower and a hammock.

Distinctive services offered by Secret Bay include a full-time attendant and cook, organic food baskets and pre-stocked locally grown foods, while guests are treated to a complimentary welcome dinner upon arrival.

Secret Bay is one of the most eco-friendly developments in the Caribbean region. Designed by renowned Latin American architect Fruto Vivas, the entire site was painstakingly developed using green and sustainable practices to minimise environmental impact: everything was built meticulously by hand and all structures were created entirely by sustainably sourced hardwood. The owners have embarked on an ambitious project to plant thousands of flowers and trees on the property, including all the fruit trees native to Dominica.

The unspoilt Secret Bay site boasts two secluded sandy beaches, a spectacular sea-cave and the beautiful Cario River. The property is just a short drive to the quaint town of Portsmouth and about one-hour’s drive to Roseau, the capital of the island.

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, lying south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique.

For more information about Secret Bay please visit www.secretbay.dm. For more information about Dominica please call 0800 0121 467 or visit www.discoverdominica.com and www.youtube.com/discoverdominica 

A selection of short video guides about the island can be downloaded for free on www.iTunes.com and you can keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook www.facebook.com/discoverdominica  and Twitter www.twitter.com/nature_island

If you are after >>> Adventure

The beautiful, rainforest landscapes of Dominica are far more inspiring than any gym. Forsake the rowing machine for an ocean kayak, or the treadmill for some brisk hikes in the hilly landscape to make exercise enjoyable. Swimming spots are also plentiful, with numerous freshwater rivers on the island. Some are even naturally heated thanks to the island’s volcanic nature.

The package: Located in the heart of the tropical rainforest, Jungle Bay Resort and Spa (www.junglebaydominica.com , +1 767 446 1789) offers special adventure spa packages, with daily hikes, yoga classes, spa treatments and accommodation in private rustic-luxury jungle cottages.

Activities include a visit to an organic farm, as well as the world famous Boiling Lake, Emerald Pool and Trafalgar Falls. Prices start from $229 (£145) per person per night based on double occupancy.

If you are after >>> Mind and body wellness

Relieve aching muscles with a dip in one of Dominica’s many hot springs, which occur naturally across the island and where the water temperature is comparable to a hot bath. Dominica’s volcanic nature is also responsible for its mineral-rich mud, which is used across the world in spa treatments to draw toxins and impurities out of the body. Take advantage of abundant supplies in areas including the Valley of Desolation and at the ocean’s edge near Soufriere.

The package: Hideout Cottage (http://www.hideout.ch/hideout-e,  +1 767 446 4642) now offers hideout wellness packages, which include visits to local hot springs and waterfalls, organic and vegetarian meals, accommodation, airport/ferry transfer and activities such as hiking and birdwatching. Four night packages start from $325 (£205) per person based on double occupancy.

If you are after >>> Rejuvenation

It’s time to escape, slow down and get back into balance… Dominica offers an experience in pure relaxation, comfort and rejuvenation.

What’s more, in Dominica, visitors can be assured that they have chosen a destination that has gained worldwide recognition for its efforts in sustainable tourism. Dominica was the first country in the world to be benchmarked by Green Globe 21.

The package: Fort Young Hotel

(www.fortyounghotel.com, +1 767 448 5000) offers a seven-night rejuvenation package, which includes accommodation at the historical, luxury hotel, five yoga classes, massage treatments, visits to the organic farm, sulphur springs, and waterfalls with all the hotel amenities. From $1,295 (£819) per person based on double occupancy.

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, lying south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique.

For more information about Dominica please call 0800 0121 467 or visit www.discoverdominica.com  and www.youtube.com/discoverdominica

A selection of short video guides about the island can be downloaded for free on www.iTunes.com  and you can keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook www.facebook.com/discoverdominica  and Twitter www.twitter.com/nature_island

Seven-Day Sailings From $1,599 Per Person

Seattle- Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, launches “Caribbean On Sail,” offering exceptional savings on seven-day Caribbean voyages with fares starting from $1,599 per person, based on double occupancy, when booked by November 15, 2011.

Three itineraries are available on “Caribbean On Sail” and each one features intimate and exclusive island-hopping experiences in the tropics all while sailing on a luxurious sailing yacht.

Windstar’s Flavors of the Caribbean Voyage presents a unique collection of islands and highlights diverse countries, styles, landscapes and cultures of the Caribbean. Seven-day sailings on Wind Surf roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten visit Le Marin, Martinique; Pigeon Island, St. Lucia; Roseau, Dominica; Falmouth Harbour, Antigua; and Gustavia, St. Barthelemy.

Flavors of the Caribbean Departures:

• December 17, 2011 with fares from $1,599 per person, double occupancy

• December 31, 2011 with fares from $2,399 per person, double occupancy

• January 14; and February 11, 2012 with fares from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

• January 28; February 25; and March 10, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy

Experience the glitter and glam of the Caribbean’s yachting scene with overnights in Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda on Windstar’s Yachtsman’s Caribbean Voyage.

Seven-day sailings on Wind Surf roundtrip from Philipsburg, St. Maarten visit Soper’s Hole, Tortola; Jost van Dyke, B.V.I. (overnight); Virgin Gorda, B.V.I. (overnight); Basseterre, St. Kitts; Les Saintes, Guadeloupe; and Gustavia, St. Barthelemy.

Yachtsman’s Caribbean Departures:

• January 7; February 18; and March 3, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy
• February 4, 2012 with fares from $2,099 per person, double occupancy

Visit the unspoiled islands of the southern Grenadines, overnight in the beautiful Tobago Keys and discover the rugged natural beauty of St. Lucia and beyond on Windstar’s Jewels of the Windward Islands Voyage.

Seven-day sailings on Wind Spirit roundtrip from Bridgetown, Barbados visit Pigeon Island, St. Lucia; Bequia, St. Vincent, Grenadines; Tobago Keys, St. Vincent, Grenadines (overnight); Mayreau, St. Vincent, Grenadines; and St. George’s, Grenada.

Jewels of the Windward Islands Departures:

• December 17, 2011 with fares from $1,599 per person, double occupancy

• December 24 and 31, 2011 with fares from $2,399 per person, double occupancy

• January 7, 14, 21, 28; February 25; March 10, and 17, 2012 with fares from $1,999 per person, double occupancy

• February 4, 2012 with fares from 2,099 per person, double occupancy

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, for Category B stateroom. Fares are in US dollars, cruise only, and include non-discountable amounts. Taxes are additional. Offer is not combinable with any other promotional offers. New bookings only. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar’s discretion at any time. Certain restrictions apply. Offer expires November 15, 2011.

About Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations. Carrying just 148 to 312 guests, the luxurious yachts of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. For more information including rates and itineraries contact a professional travel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245. Visit Windstar Cruises online at WindstarCruises.com. Windstar Cruises can also be followed on Windstar’s Facebook and Twitter fan pages.

Diving: Diving in Dominica presents some of the most beautiful opportunities to witness thriving healthy reefs covered in colourful sponges. Seahorses, frogfish, flying gurnards and scorpion fish are commonly spotted in Dominica’s waters but are rarely seen around other Caribbean islands. Its coast is varied in terms of diving, with steep 6,000ft drop-off walls, beautifully coloured coral, Champagne snorkelling and craters. Fans of the underwater world are able to experience the Caribbean’s longest running diving festival at the annual Dive Fest in July.
www.dominicawatersports.com
www.discoverdominica.com

Whale Watching: Dominica stakes a claim to being the ‘whale-watching capital of the Caribbean’ with all whale watching tours having an almost guaranteed sighting success rate. Its temperate seas and underwater contours provide the ideal environment for whales and dolphins year-round and two thirds of the 33 known species in the Caribbean have been seen in the island’s waters, primarily in the south around Scott’s Head, where waters plunge to 6,000ft. Dive Dominica and Anchorage Dive Centre both operate boat trips where passengers can get closer to some of these magnificent mammals. The most commonly sighted are sperm whales, which grow to a length of 70ft.

Just announced: The UK will host WhaleFest for the first on 5 November in Brighton. A great opportunity to meet and speak to whale and dolphin experts from around the world, it will feature Mark Brownlow, producer of the BBC1 Ocean Giants series, which was partly filmed in Dominica, and Andrew Armour from the island, known as ‘the Whale Whisperer’ after forming a special bond with a colossal sperm whale.

www.divedominica.com
www.anchoragehotel.dm
www.planetwhale.com  (for WhaleFest)

Hiking: The best way to fully experience the varied terrain and outstanding natural beauty of Dominica is to explore the island on foot. Dominica has walking trails to suit all from the novice to the most experienced of hikers. Launching in early 2012 is a network of trails that allows you to traverse the island completely. A first for the Caribbean, this mega-trail is called the Waitukubuli National Trail, after the Carib Indian name for the island. The trail will be around 115 miles (184km) long and divided into 14 sections, with walkers expected to take up to two weeks to cover the entire route.
www.waitukubulitrail.com

Bird watching: Dominica’s rugged but lush high mountain terrain gives way to tropical forest, gently sloping downward to bush and drier savannas, before dropping to the shoreline. This great variety of habitats provides a wide diversity of birds within a relatively short distance. The most famous birds of Dominica are the parrots – the Sisserou (Imperial), the National Bird, which proudly adorns Dominica’s flag, and the Jaco (Red Necked). In total, Dominica has more than 170-recorded species of birds. The best times of day for bird watching are in the first three hours after dawn and the last two or three hours before dusk. For those who want to learn more about Dominica’s birds through guided field trips, bird-watching tours are offered by a number of hotels and tour guides.
www.khattstours.com

Sea Turtle Watching: Ever imagined watching the endangered sea turtle, one of the world’s longest-living marine creatures, crawling onto the beach to perform a fascinating nesting ritual? This is typical in Dominica between March and August each year and for those with some luck who brave the nocturnal challenge it can be a lifetime experience. Four of the seven species of sea turtles visit Dominica’s shores: loggerheads; hawksbills; green sea turtles; and leatherbacks. Sea turtle watching is done only under strict standards to ensure preservation of the species. Community groups along Dominica’s coasts monitor nested beaches daily, to ensure that everyone follows these standards and that the turtles and their eggs are protected.
www.widecast.org

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-ee-ka) is a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, lying south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique.

For more information about Dominica please call 0800 0121 467 or visit www.discoverdominica.com and www.youtube.com/discoverdominica

A selection of short video guides about the island can be downloaded for free on www.iTunes.comand you can keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook www.facebook.com/discoverdominica  and Twitter www.twitter.com/nature_island

Rain Forest Adventures Dominica will open a “Gorge Zip Challenge” on Sept. 30. The company says the new attraction will be its first to operate year-around.

The Gorge Zip Challenge is accessible from the park’s Rain Forest Aerial Tram or by the Chatannier Nature Trail.

Visitors receive a safety briefing and orientation, and then take a short walk to the first platform and a 125-foot zip line. The second zip line (250 feet) takes riders higher and is followed by a 40-foot rappel to the ground.

The highlight of the experience is an 810-foot cable ride over Breakfast River Gorge. Rain Forest Adventures Dominica is located within a mountain cloud forest at the edge of the Morne Trois Pitons National Park.

For more information, call 866-759-8726 or visit www.rainforest-adventures.com