Fully updated for 2026 Honestly, it’s tough to think of a better excuse to party than a Caribbean Carnival. Every single one if taken part in was wild, joyful, and full of life. What makes them extra special to be is the unusual mash-up of influences behind them. African rhythms, European pageantry, indigenous traditions are…
Month: January 2022
DominicaWhat You Need to Know About Hiking Part of Dominica’s Waitukubuli Trail from Scott’s Head to Soufrière
Apart from the impressive Hike to Boiling Lake, the Waitukubuli Trail is Dominica’s best-known hiking-trail. Divided into 14 sections, it crosses the entire island and takes two weeks to complete. Judging by how beautiful Dominica’s landscapes are, I can only imagine that hiking the entire trail is an awesome experience. That said, if you don’t…
Dominica5 Amazing Things to Do in Roseau, Dominica’s Colourful Capital
I assume that most people come to Dominica to check out the great natural attractions rather than its towns, but in my opinion it’s worth spending at least a couple of hours in quaint and colourful Roseau before venturing into the heart of the island. With a few pretty examples of historical architecture, some beautiful…
DominicaThe Perfect One-Week Dominica Itinerary
If I had to pick a must-see place among all the Caribbean destinations I’ve visited so far, it would be Dominica. Beautiful black sand beaches, impressive waterfalls, great hiking opportunities, unusual natural attractions and a fascinating traditional culture all combined to make this my favourite island in the Lesser Antilles. The island is pretty small,…
DominicaBackpacking Dominica on a Budget – The Ultimate Guide
Compared to the majority of Caribbean islands, we found Dominica to be a much more budget-friendly destination. Still, as always, that heavily depends on your style of travel. Stefanie and I backpacked around the country and managed to find plenty of ways to cut our costs. If you, too, have to pinch your pennies, check out…
DominicaHow to Get to Dominica by Boat from Guadeloupe and Martinique – A Short Guide
As big fans of slow travel, Stefanie and I decided to use boats instead of interisland flights while exploring the Small Antilles for several reasons: Not only could we reduce our carbon footprint and save some money, but it also turned out to be a very scenic way to approach the islands. The beautiful island…
DominicaThe Ultimate Travel Guide to Dominica
Dominica is a beautiful island country in the Caribbean, situated right in the middle between the much more popular holiday-islands of Guadeloupe to the North and Martinique to the South. Yet, despite this location, we only met a few other travelers while exploring the island. The reason might be that Dominica lacks in the splendid…