In this episode of Amateur Traveler, Sam Williams joins Chris to talk about the Caribbean island of Dominica, a destination he describes as “unspoiled Caribbean.” Unlike many Caribbean islands, where the main draw is the beach, Dominica is known for its rainforest, mountains, waterfalls, hot springs…In this episode of Amateur Traveler, Sam Williams joins Chris to talk about the Caribbean island of Dominica, a destination he describes as “unspoiled Caribbean.” Unlike many Caribbean islands, where the main draw is the beach, Dominica is known for its rainforest, mountains, waterfalls, hot springs, snorkeling, whale watching, canyoning, and sea turtles.
Sam recommends spending about a week on the island, renting a car, and using the Roseau area as a base for much of the trip before finishing on the wilder east coast near Rosalie Bay.
Why Visit Dominica?
Sam says Dominica is a good choice for travelers who want a Caribbean island experience that feels different from the standard resort-and-beach vacation. The island has beaches, but its real appeal is its jungle interior, dramatic waterfalls, volcanic activity, rugged roads, and low-key feel. Outside of cruise ship days, many sights can feel surprisingly uncrowded.
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Novelist, podcaster and journalist Elizabeth Day joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets in this week’s episode.
Elizabeth discusses how she recognised the value of travel at a young age, her wild experience getting a massage in Dominica and why she was blown away by Egypt!
Plus, she shares why…Novelist, podcaster and journalist Elizabeth Day joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets in this week’s episode.
Elizabeth discusses how she recognised the value of travel at a young age, her wild experience getting a massage in Dominica and why she was blown away by Egypt!
Plus, she shares why she believes Hawaii is overrated and reveals the time she was stuck on a sandbank in Tunisia…
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Places mentioned:
Portsalon, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Egypt
Dominica
Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand
Hawaii
The Dover, London
Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles
Sunset Tower Hotel, Los Angeles
The River Cafe, London
Tunisia
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Send us Fan Mail Travel expert Onanta Forbes is currently sailing in the Caribbean onboard Holland America's Rotterdam, so on this week's podcast we'll check in with her to see how her group cruise is going. Plus, the Caribbean island of Dominica has many outdoor adventures surrounded in a tropical …Send us Fan Mail Travel expert Onanta Forbes is currently sailing in the Caribbean onboard Holland America's Rotterdam, so on this week's podcast we'll check in with her to see how her group cruise is going. Plus, the Caribbean island of Dominica has many outdoor adventures surrounded in a tropical setting, that's why it's known as the Nature Island. So Marva Williams, the CEO for Discover Dominica is going to join us to share all the great things Dominica has to offer. And Ken Stewart from C...more
