Fully updated in November 2024 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….

Backpacking 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…

How 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…

The Ultimate Dominica Travel Guide – What to Know About Visiting the Caribbean’s Undiscovered Gem
Fully updated in November 2023 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…