Christopher Columbus, sailing for Spain, named the island Dominica, after the Latin term dies Dominica for Sunday, the day on which he first saw it in November 1493.

Jan 9, 2026 · Dominica, island country of the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean Sea. It lies between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Marie-Galante to the north and Martinique to the …

3 days ago · From when to visit and how much things cost, to a few island surprises, these Dominica travel tips will help you plan your trip to the Caribbean island.

Oct 10, 2025 · Dominica is one of the best Caribbean islands for outdoor adventure, offering hiking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and whale watching. You can connect with the island's cultural side at …

Oct 3, 2024 · Dominica is one of the few Caribbean islands where the beach is the least captivating attraction. The real reason to visit this tropical paradise? Natural outdoor experiences, which abound …

Remote, affordable and, as yet, unspoiled, Dominica deserves more than a day's visit from your cruise ship. Spend a week (or more) exploring mountains covered by tropical rainforest, endless hiking …

Jan 6, 2026 · Last month, the Trump administration announced it was expanding travel restrictions to an additional 20 countries, including Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda, the sole Caribbean nations on …