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DominicaINTRODUCTION Dominica (pronounced Dominique-ah) is an amazing country that consists of 80-90% of undeveloped land. If a quiet hike through the rain forest is your type of vacation, then this is the place for you. However, this is a fairly poor country and amenities are unfortunately rather lacking for the middle class tourist. There are incredible hiking trails and natural preservations for all activity levels. Try the day trip into "Emerald Pool?" and make sure to bring your swim trunks! HISTORY Christpher Columbus discovered this island on a Sunday, hence the name "Dominica", which is derived from the word "domingo" (Spanish for "Sunday"). KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Capital: Roseau Climate: Wow! The days are hot but absolutely beautiful and the nights are cool. Paradise! Currency: East Caribbean Dollar - Currently 1 XCD = 0.3724 USD Languages: English and French. Passport requirements: All you need is a passport, visas are not required. Power: 230 V, 50 Hz Time Zone: UTC-4 ATTRACTIONS Dive Fest 2008 Take the plunge! Learn about scuba diving and join in all the fun activities for both divers and non-divers alike. Whale Watching Dominica has been known as the whale watching capital of the Caribbean over the past few years and has earned a reputation as one of the top five dive destinations in the world. In addition to unique dive sites like Champagne, which features a bubbling, underwater hot spring, Dominica's reefs are full of gorgeous, multi-coloured hard and soft coral, an abundance of reef fish, and fascinating marine critters, such as seahorses and frogfish. The underwater terrain is unique and diverse, providing dive sites suitable for all skill levels, from beginner to very experienced. Boiling Lake Boiling Lake is the most famous in the island. The water is bubbly, greyish blue in color, and usually surrounded by a cloud of vapour. It's a difficult place to get to, so get help from a local guide who knows the territory well. The Sea Turtles of Dominica Every evening ROSTI beach patrollers--who have special access to the beach and play an integral part in the protection of its animals--escorts visitors on a walk under the stars, giving them the chance to watch a giant sea turtle in the distance getting closer and closer and, hopefully, witness dozens of tiny hatchlings scurrying to the safety of the Atlantic Ocean. Dominica Cruise Ship Information Dominica is an increasingly popular cruise ship destination. This page looks at how visitors can make the most of Dominica in their short time here! So if you're interested in an adventure, check out: http://www.wackyrollers.com(approve sites)(approve sites)/ RESTAURANTS "Calibishie Lodges", "Coconut Beach Hotel Restaurant", and "Callaloo Restaurant" are great places to eat, although going to hotel restaurants is probably the easiest. 
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