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Mar
2012
Layou River (Dominica) before the flood. Great for kayaking, river-tubing, or if you’re in for a refreshing river bath…Been to Layou River? Share your experiences!
16
Mar
2012
Editor’s Note: This post was orginally Published in the Discover Dominca Newsletter (Feb 2012).
For the second year in a row, Dominica was recognized as one of the World’s Best Ethical Destinations.
The nonprofit organization, Ethical Traveler, recognizes countries committed to conserving their natural treasures while building economies that sustain and empower local communities.
“We are extremely serious about maintaining our commitment to being an ethical destination and upholding our reputation for being the Nature Island,” explained Colin Piper, director of tourism for Dominica. “We understand that many of our visitors come to the island because of our unspoiled natural beauty, cultural preservation and adrenaline-pumping adventure activities, all of which must be preserved through sustainable measures.”
The Ethical Destinations list is compiled by benchmarking developing countries in the areas of environmental protection, social welfare, and human rights. The entire report:The World’s Best Ethical Destinations – 2012.
15
Mar
2012
Roseau, the capital city of Dominica is one of the best-preserved collections of 18th Century Creole Architecture in the Caribbean.
Take a historial self-guided walk of Roseau, and discover Dominica’s architectural heritage just by walking around Historic Downtown Roseau.
SHAPE – the Society for Heritage Architecture Preservation and Enhancement has created a map-leaflet and also 30 minute tour podcast to help visitors explore the beautiful of Roseau.
Around the island, you’ll will also discover many small wood-framed houses that are know as’Ti kaz’.
Also, a visit to the dwellings of Dominica’s indigenous kalinago Indians might be the highlight of the tour. These hut-like structures built of palm leaves, reeds and local materials give visitors a historical insight to the way the kalinago indians lived on the island.
Click the link to view more pictures of historic buildings around Roseau.
