https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/dominica/ Dominica News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:19:39+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2025-marva-h-williams-ceo-director-of-tourism-discover-dominica-autho/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sotic-2025-marva-h-williams-ceo-director-of-tourism-discover-dominica-autho/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:52:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-to-open-worlds-longest-cable-car-ride/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-to-open-worlds-longest-cable-car-ride/ The Discover Dominica Authority have announced several major developments during a press conference held during the 43rd CHTA Marketplace 2025 in Antigua, reinforcing the Nature Island’s commitment to sustainable growth and enhanced visitor access. Thu, 22 May 2025 06:28:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominicas-fort-young-hotel-dive-resort-set-to-complete-usd18-million-reimag/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominicas-fort-young-hotel-dive-resort-set-to-complete-usd18-million-reimag/ Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort, the “Nature Island’s” landmark, waterfront “All-Inclusive, Island-Included” resort in Dominica’s capital, Roseau, has announced an historic USD$18 million (£14 million) reimagination. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:26:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-featured-in-2023-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-issue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-featured-in-2023-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-issue/ The Nature Island’s first time being selected as a destination for the iconic photoshoot Wed, 17 May 2023 06:24:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctf-2023-denise-charles-minister-of-tourism-dominica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ctf-2023-denise-charles-minister-of-tourism-dominica/ Thu, 11 May 2023 10:13:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-announces-2022-performance-numbers-forecasts-for-positive-growth-i/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-announces-2022-performance-numbers-forecasts-for-positive-growth-i/ Discover Dominica, the tourism office for the island of Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-EEK-a), reports a significant increase in 2022 tourism arrival numbers, projecting even stronger growth in 2023. Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:05:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/celebrate-the-holidays-in-a-caribbean-wonderland-this-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/celebrate-the-holidays-in-a-caribbean-wonderland-this-winter/ As the premier five-star resort on Dominica, which was recently named the top Caribbean island by Travel + Leisure readers, Cabrits Resort & Spa Kempinski Dominica invites travelers to escape the traditional holiday hustle and bustle and instead experience a stress-free season, island-style. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:57:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-moves-into-remote-working-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-moves-into-remote-working-market/ Dominica has launched its extended-stay visa programme dubbed Work in Nature, which provides the opportunity to work remotely for up to 18 months on the island. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:34:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/storey-to-lead-new-cabrits-resort-spa-dominica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/storey-to-lead-new-cabrits-resort-spa-dominica/ Russel Storey joins the luxurious resort hotel on the untouched island in the Caribbean from Egypt, where he held the position as general manager at Royal Maxim Palace, Cairo. Wed, 29 Jan 2020 08:28:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cabrits-resort-spa-kempinski-dominica-to-open-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cabrits-resort-spa-kempinski-dominica-to-open-in-october/ The new Cabrits Resort & Spa Kempinski Dominica will open its doors to guests and exclusive clientele on the October 14th. The resort will be the second venture of Kempinski Hotels in this region and Dominica’s first-ever five-star resort. Tue, 23 Jul 2019 03:06:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/schoonewagen-to-lead-cabrits-resort-spa-kempinski-dominica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/schoonewagen-to-lead-cabrits-resort-spa-kempinski-dominica/ Kempinski has continued is expansion in the Caribbean with the upcoming Cabrits Resort & Spa Kempinski Dominica. Set to open in 2019, this luxurious island hideaway is surrounded by Cabrits National Park in the Commonwealth of Dominica. Tue, 07 Aug 2018 09:02:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-launches-new-ad-campaign-to-reignite-tourism-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-launches-new-ad-campaign-to-reignite-tourism-demand/ Dominica has launched the new “ReDiscover Dominica Campaign” to encourage travellers to visit the island. Mon, 04 Jun 2018 07:52:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-welcomes-first-cruise-post-hurricane-maria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-welcomes-first-cruise-post-hurricane-maria/ Dominica welcomed the MV Mein Schiff 3 of TUI Cruises earlier, which brought in well over 2,000 passengers to the destination’s shores. This was the first major cruise call to Dominica and the first call to the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth post hurricane Maria. Fri, 02 Feb 2018 08:29:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-seeks-to-regain-tourism-position-following-hurricane-maria-impact/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-seeks-to-regain-tourism-position-following-hurricane-maria-impact/ Only three months after the devastation of Hurricane Maria, Dominica is showing signs of recovery and the revival of its nature. To highlight this, the Discover Dominica Authority has launched a social media and digital awareness campaign targeted at Dominica’s key markets of the UK, US, Canada, France, Germany and the Caribbean. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurricane-maria-causes-widespread-devastation-in-dominica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurricane-maria-causes-widespread-devastation-in-dominica/ The Caribbean island of Dominica has seen “widespread devastation” following the impact of Hurricane Maria, according to prime minister Roosevelt Skerrit. The storm is currently moving roughly along the same track as Hurricane Irma, the hurricane that devastated parts of the Caribbean earlier this month. Tue, 19 Sep 2017 06:55:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-welcomes-sharp-increase-in-visitors-in-first-quarter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-welcomes-sharp-increase-in-visitors-in-first-quarter/ Dominica has seen an increase in visitor number of almost 20 per cent for the first three months of 2017 when compared to the same period last year. Mon, 22 May 2017 12:49:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-inks-with-winair-for-same-day-dominica-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-inks-with-winair-for-same-day-dominica-connection/ British Airways and Winair have announced they will offer a cost effective, same-day route from London to Dominica, via Antigua. The new route will mean that British travellers can leave the UK at 10:30 and be in the hidden island paradise of Dominica with a rum punch in their hand by 18:30. Fri, 10 Jun 2016 07:54:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/douglas-charles-airport-in-dominica-reopens-following-tropical-storm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/douglas-charles-airport-in-dominica-reopens-following-tropical-storm/ Commercial airlines serving the Caribbean island of Dominica are resuming flights to Douglas-Charles Airport following Tropical Storm Erika in late August. Earlier, the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority gave the go-ahead to resume commercial flights. Wed, 23 Sep 2015 05:18:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-renames-international-airport-in-honour-of-former-leaders/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-renames-international-airport-in-honour-of-former-leaders/ Dominica’s Melville Hall Airport has been renamed to the Douglas-Charles Airport in order to celebrate and recognise two of the island’s most outstanding compatriots. Prime minister Roosevelt ‘Roosie’ Douglas died in October 2000, while former prime minister Pierre ‘Pierro’ Charles died in January 2004 but both dedicated their lives to improving the financial and economic situation in the country. Wed, 03 Dec 2014 10:29:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-rolls-out-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-rolls-out-campaign/ The campaign is geared towards encouraging the Dominican community abroad to “bring a friend” when they travel to Dominica for the World Creole Music Festival and Carnival. The DDA has partnered with hotels, restaurants, car rentals, tour operators and other companies to provide discounts on their services for 2 weeks during the festive season. Sat, 08 Sep 2012 15:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-unveils-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-unveils-website/ Dominica recently unveiled a new web site that brings the Caribbean island’s natural beauty to your desktop, making a virtual visit more exciting than ever and making it easier to plan your next trip to the Nature Island. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-sees-rise-in-uk-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-sees-rise-in-uk-visitors/ Dominica has reported a six per cent year-on-year increase in visitors from the UK, as more and more holidaymakers are looking to experience ‘the Nature Island’ of the Caribbean: according to the latest available figures, from January to December 2010 Dominica recorded 4,601 UK arrivals, compared to 4,354 in the previous year. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:37:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-video-is-a-visual-feast-for-holidaymakers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-video-is-a-visual-feast-for-holidaymakers/ Visitors to Dominica are being offered a sensory and visual treat ahead of their visit with a new online video promoting the Caribbean island. Made by a three-man crew shooting on location in Dominica this September, Discover Dominica in a Minute captures lush, unspoilt forests, village life, geothermal pools and beach settings. Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:36:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-announces-record-cruise-tourism-visitors-for-2009/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-announces-record-cruise-tourism-visitors-for-2009/ Dominica, the Nature Island, is becoming increasingly popular with cruise holidaymakers, with the Discover Dominica Authority reporting a record growth in numbers of cruise passengers for the period 2008-2009. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:55:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-dominica-news-from-the-nature-island/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discover-dominica-news-from-the-nature-island/ Love spending time outdoors and exploring the wonders that nature has to offer? Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:45:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hiking-enthusiasts-are-welcomed-to-dominica-for-hike-fest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hiking-enthusiasts-are-welcomed-to-dominica-for-hike-fest/ The annual Hike Fest event will be returning to the island of Dominica for the third year in May. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:27:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-embraces-social-media-networks-to-entice-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dominica-embraces-social-media-networks-to-entice-travellers/ Dominica, the Caribbean’s ‘Nature Island’, is utilising social media networks to interact with residents and visitors and introduce the island’s culture and attractions to potential travellers. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:43:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/developments-in-dominica-for-2010/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/developments-in-dominica-for-2010/ 1.  The Waitukubuli National Trail set to raise the bar for Caribbean activity holidays 2.  Airport expansion paves the way for more flights 3.  Dominica shows positive growth in European visitor arrivals Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:48:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20080701113642845/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20080701113642845/ While Dominica offers many things to see and do for nature enthusiasts, sea turtle watching is rapidly becoming a major attraction. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:36:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20071217165104270/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20071217165104270/ The Dominica government is to construct an international airport mere weeks after Tourism Minister Ian Douglas said that the island could not afford such a facility, according to the Caribbean Media Corporation news agency website. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:51:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-ian-douglas-dominica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-ian-douglas-dominica/ Breaking Travel News interviews Honourable Ian Douglas, Minister for Tourism, Dominica at World Travel Market 2007 and Steve Bornn, CEO and Director or Tourism about the unique eco-offering on the island. Wed, 07 Nov 2007 11:02:13 +0000