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I love the windswept trees and bushes lining the eastern coast. Dominica is right in the heart of Hurricane Alley, and the vegetation here is built to withstand it. The last direct hit was 1995, but it was Hurricane David in 1979 that did the most damage - 145mph winds killed 56 people and left 75% of the island homeless.
While you're on the island, take the time to visit the Kalinago Village for an introduction to the pre-Columbian way of life. This model village will introduce you to traditional ways of life, including canoe building, cassava processing, basket weaving, calabash carving, and herb collection and preparation. You can also buy lovely handicrafts such as woven Larouma baskets and carved calabash gourds. The highlight for us, though, was a cultural dance performance by members of the Karifuna Cultural Group, whose objective is to revive and maintain the remaining aspects of the Kalinago culture. They even invited us up on to stage to participate. For a more in-depth and hands-on experience, consider a home stay with a local Kalinago family. Read more at http://kalinagoterritory.com/
Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

5 out of 5
Bellhall Road Portsmouth
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Fort Young Hotel

Fort Young Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Victoria Street Roseau
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Roseau. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Ocean Oasis Hotel Dominica

Ocean Oasis Hotel Dominica

4 out of 5
Castle Comfort Roseau St. George
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Roseau. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Newtown Savannah and Cathedral of Our Lady ...
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Picard Beach Cottages

Picard Beach Cottages

2 out of 5
Ross Boulevard Picard Portsmouth
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Berkey's Jungle Paradise

Berkey's Jungle Paradise

3 out of 5
Trafalgar Roseau Saint George Parish
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Citrus Creek Plantation

Citrus Creek Plantation

3 out of 5
Taberi La Plaine
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Popular places to visit

Kalinago Barana Aute

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Kalinago Barana Aute during your stay in Atkinson. Wander the rainforest and black-sand beaches while you're in the area.

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Things to do

Pepper's 4-Hour Special

Pepper's 4-Hour Special

$65
per adult
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Pepper's 4-Hour Special
EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

$163
per adult
EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine
4 hours Kayak, Cave and Waterfall Adventure

4 hours Kayak, Cave and Waterfall Adventure

$95
per adult
4 hours Kayak, Cave and Waterfall Adventure
Soma Garden All Inclusive Tropical Fruit Farm Tour

Soma Garden All Inclusive Tropical Fruit Farm Tour

$100
per adult
Soma Garden All Inclusive Tropical Fruit Farm Tour
Dominica Waterfalls & Wonders

Dominica Waterfalls & Wonders

$250
per traveler
Dominica Waterfalls & Wonders
DG Tours - Full-Day Private Tour Experience

DG Tours - Full-Day Private Tour Experience

$282
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DG Tours - Full-Day Private Tour Experience
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Cities near Atkinson

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Marigot

Although his bakery stand is new, Daniel Frederick still employs traditional techniques in crafting his delicious cassava bread. Fresh ground manioc is mixed with coconut, sugar and water to form a dense, flat bread similar to a thick pancake. The coconut and sugar add a touch of sweetness that makes this bread addictive. The bakery is over in the Kalinago Territory on the east coast, so it's a bit of a trip if you're staying in Roseau. But if you're visiting the Kalinago Village it's worth a stop, and you can also hit it up on your way to/from the airport. I'm not sure that I pinned it just right, but any of the locals could quickly point it out.

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