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You will be amazed to know amount Google search queries made for “Dominica Flag”, people are slowly learning about Dominica and what makes the island so unique. Thats a clear indication that Dominica is slowly becoming one of the better tourism destination is the Caribbean.The colors on the Dominica flag say everything about our beautiful island.

The flag of Dominica was officially adopted on November 3, 1978. The yellow represents the original inhabitants, black the fertile soil, and white indicates the pure water. The centered stars symbolize the ten island parishes. The Sisserou Parrot is indigenous to the island.

In many ways I’m happy that Dominica is beginning to get International exposure, which will benefit Dominica’s economy greatly. But do you know what I like most about Dominica - EVERYTHING :grin: . Do you agree? Lets hear it.


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There is a onging debate on BBC caribbean on whether or not britian should apologize for their involvement in the Slave Trade .

British Prime Minister Tony Blair recently issued a statement of ‘deep sorrow’ for the UK’s involvement in the slave trade. What do you think? Should Britain unequivocally apologize for its involvement in the slave trade? Are the descendants of slaves owed more than an apology?

Read and post your comments in our ’slavery apology’ debate.

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The launch of the new travel and tourism discoverDominica.com is a state of the art site, which displays Dominica’s natural wonders and rich cultural heritage make it an exceptional ecotourism destination. Virgin flora covers these dramatic mountains, creating swaths of verdant landscapes. The residue of the fiery forces that created the island thousands of years ago, as part of the Caribbean Ring of Fire, bellows in several hot springs, valleys of steaming earth, and a boiling lake which is the second largest in the world.

Along with geothermal wonders come natural coolants: hundreds of pristine rivers and streams web the island’s lush terrain. Pure rainwater sets brooks and cascades into motion by rushing down picturesque cliffs. Dominica’s travel and tourism office invites you to visit our island and defy popular notions of a Caribbean vacation.


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