With the 13th edition of Jazz n’ Creole around the corner, Destination Marketing Manager at Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) Andia Ravariere informed Diasporans and foreigners alike, that there are a plethora of travel options available to get them to the island.
Speaking at a recent weekly Jazz n’ Creole press conference, she broke down possible flight routes for those still hoping to make the event, which is scheduled to take place at Fort Shirley at the Cabrits National Park in Portsmouth on Sunday, May 4.
“All major regional airlines such as Winair, InterCaribbean, LIAT20, Sunrise Airways, and Caribbean Airlines will get you to us,” she said. “And for those coming from beyond the Caribbean like Europe, this airline feeds from main hubs of Barbados, St Maarten, Antigua and with Caribbean Airlines feeding from Trinidad.”
Ravariere continued, “You can fly to any of these hubs and make your connection to us right here in Dominica.”
She stated that for those coming from the United States, American Airlines offers direct weekly flights to Dominica and two flights on Saturdays.
“And from Newark, New Jersey, we welcomed on the 15th of February United Airlines who will carry you straight from New Jersey to us here in Dominica and that flight is every Saturday,” she noted. “Let’s not forget RFS Express des Iles ferry services from St Lucia, Guadeloupe and Martinique.”
Meanwhile, Ravariere said the event promises to be an unforgettable fusion of Jazz melody, with a splash of our Bouyon music, cultural heritage stitched into every outfit, and savoured in every delicate bite.
“Jazz n Creole is truly a unique blend of Jazz genre, our Creole culture, our delicious cuisine and of course our Dominican fashion,” noting that since its inception in 2010 Jazz n’ Creole has become a cornerstone of Dominica’s cultural and festival offerings set against the backdrop of Fort Shirley, a site steeped in history.
“The festival offers a family-friendly atmosphere, a safe environment where music lovers can sway to performances by an array of artistes,” Ravariere stated. “Dominica Jazz n’ Creole is more than just an event. It’s more than just a festival, more than just an event. It is a celebration of life, it’s a celebration of culture and it’s a celebration and a true profound understanding of the unifying power of music.”
From Ministry of Tourism Facebook page: “Fashion always takes center stage at 𝐉𝐚𝐳𝐳 𝐧’ 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐨𝐥𝐞 — and May 4th will be no different! Every year, the style is bold, intentional, and totally unforgettable.” Says it all really. No jazz.
I feel that someone ought to speak a word of truth here to anyone thinking of spending a fortune on travel. Despite its misleading name, THIS IS NOT A JAZZ FESTIVAL. It’s basically an easy listening bouyon festival for fashion-conscious, partying Dominica bourgeois who like taking and posting selfies. That’s what it is, in a nutshell. Just so you know.