Dominica named among the three best Caribbean islands for active travelers

Dominica has been named the best island for active travelers by the British travel company, Travel Weekly. In its latest publication in its weekly magazine and on its website, the company said a holiday in the Caribbean could either mean sipping rum punch on a beach or exploring the tropical setting on an active trip.

“Perhaps clients will even feel inspired by the plethora of sporting events coming to the region, which include the second Central American and Caribbean Beach Games contest next year,” it said. “So which islands should you focus on for clients keen to get their hearts pumping?”

It picked Dominica, along with St Lucia and Jamaica, as the best spots which it said would suit any budget.

“One of the least-populated nations in the world, Dominica’s primordial landscapes remain unspoiled, with nine active volcanoes, dramatic black-sand beaches, and a year-round pod of sperm whales,” Travel Weekly said in describing the island. “The island’s rainforests are criss-crossed with paths, including the 115-mile Waitukubuli National Trail, the Caribbean’s only long-distance walking trail. Connecting historic trails created by runaway slaves and the indigenous Kalinago population, it’s conveniently split into 14 sections, so trekkers can pick and choose.”

It also pointed to sea activities which can get the hearts of travelers pumping.

“Snorkellers and divers can explore spots such as Champagne Reef, where bubbles rise through volcanic vents. The Waitukubuli Sea Trail, which was launched in 2023, also comprises a 40-mile sea-kayaking route that offers views of Dominica’s dramatic coastline with stops at seaside villages,” it said.

Travel Weekly was first published in 1969 and is a market-leading brand in the industry. Its flagship print magazine is published weekly and reaches more than 45,000 readers.