The youngest yet largest island in the Lesser Antilles archipelago, Dominica still feels in many ways blissfully overlooked by tourism. While you won’t find the typical Caribbean vibes relished by many of Dominica’s more discovered neighbours, the country’s raw natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere offers so much more than a fly and flop. Set against shimmering waters is a landscape dramatically characterised by prehistoric rainforest, bubbling hot springs and villages where tradition rolls on as it has done for generations.
For all of its undiscovered charms, Dominica is not devoid of exclusive hotels. Luxury hideaways appeal to sun worshippers yet encourage you to venture into the great outdoors and embrace the locale through a number of alluring activities. Those seeking something a little different can find escape in the ways of trekking, canyoning and soaking in the aptly named Boiling Lake, a gorgeous volcanic hot spring. There are always opportunities to find a solitary moment without another tourist in sight, whether that’s jumping into natural pools with child-like joy or picnicking next to an isolated waterfall.
