From the Red Rocks in Calibishie to mountaintop spas, Outlook Recommends the places to visit and things to do in Dominica.
Eat:
FOR A RELAXED VIBE…
Escape Beach Bar is an oceanside eatery that serves colourful cocktails and Caribbean dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Tucked away among palm trees and tropical flowers, guests can enjoy a barefoot experience on Pointe Baptiste Beach, surrounded by the famous Red Rocks.
FOR DECADENT CAJUN AND CREOLE CUISINE…
Kallaloo House is famed for its local delights and offers a warm, welcoming ambience for patrons to savour the hearty and flavourful soup, which tends to sell out fast.
Do:
FOR EXPERIENCING NATURE IN ITS RAWEST FORM…
The Boiling Lake, which is the second largest in the world, is located in Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and filled with bubbling greyish-blue water, enveloped in a vapour cloud. It is accessible by hiking the Boiling Lake Trail as there is no road leading there, and although it’s too hot for swimming, it will amaze and bewilder.
FOR OTHERWORDLY SCENERY…
The Red Rocks in the village of Calibishie will make you feel like you’ve stepped onto another planet. The dramatic ochre hues, shaped by trade winds and seawater, are adorned with evergreen bushes clinging to the alien landscape, and at sunset, the geological features ignite and glow in the fading light, creating a breathtaking natural wonder.
Sleep:
FOR A SECLUDED STAY…
Gems Holdings Limited boasts an impressive property portfolio and is dedicated to supporting the communities and environment in which it operates. Whether you prefer a treehouse-style residence at the boutique 6-star Secret Bay resort, an apartment at Tibay Villas in Portsmouth, or a suite at Fort Young Hotel and Dive Resort, the island’s only all-inclusive hotel in Roseau, you’re guaranteed a luxurious interior to complement the beautiful exterior. Each accommodation offers unique experiences and access to exciting adventures, and there’s even an opportunity to own one of the breathtaking Secret Bay villas.
FOR THE QUINTESSENTIAL AND CHARMING COAST…
Atlantique View Resort and Spa is ideal for exploring and unwinding; perched atop a picturesque mountain in the village of Anse de Mai, guests can enjoy an Atlantic Ocean vista while taking a dip in the three-tiered chandelier pool – the only one of its kind on the island.
The resort has myriad amenities, including a barber and beauty shop, convenience store, gift shop, private beach, yoga sessions, sun deck, picnic area, free coffee and WiFi, and much more to ensure a comfortable stay. Five different types of rooms and suites are available, featuring queen and king-sized beds as well as a deluxe room with two double beds. The on-site restaurant, Coconut Grove, fuses Caribbean and American cuisine and features a rooftop bar for evening drinks.
When exploring away from the resort, one of the most beautiful attractions on the island is Batibou Beach. It features a crescent of gorgeously wild, towering coconut trees that populate the soft golden sand, Atlantic waters calm enough for a swim and a snorkel, and a beach bar where sunbathers can sip on tropical drinks.
Alternatively, Chaudiere Pool is an idyllic waterfall where travellers can experience nature among rugged and verdant forestry and take a refreshing swim to escape the heat in the water, which is so pristine that it reflects the leafy landscape surrounding it.
