{"id":338274,"date":"2025-03-11T16:03:06","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T20:03:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=338274"},"modified":"2025-03-11T16:07:43","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T20:07:43","slug":"discover-dominicas-kool-escapes-takes-off-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/discover-dominicas-kool-escapes-takes-off-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Dominica&#8217;s &#8216;Kool Escapes&#8217; takes off this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_337981\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-337981\" style=\"width: 642px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-337981\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CEO-of-DDA-Marva-Williams-e1741200548493.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"642\" height=\"678\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-337981\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">CEO of DDA Marva-Williams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Discover Dominica Authority has announced the launch of \u2018Kool Escapes,\u2019 a summer campaign aimed at positioning Dominica as the ultimate destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. A DDA press release describes the initiative as expected to captivate travelers from North America, the United Kingdom, the French West Indies, France, the Commonwealth, and the wider Caribbean.<\/p>\n<p>The campaign places emphasis on Dominica\u2019s Aqua Pillar, reinforcing the island\u2019s reputation as the region&#8217;s premier diving and aquatic adventure destination. Visitors will have the opportunity to dive into colorful marine ecosystems, go snorkeling, whale watching, river tubing, kayaking, or explore the island&#8217;s stunning waterfalls, all while being surrounded by the wonders of nature.<\/p>\n<p>The DDA emphasized that Dominica caters to all types of travelers, providing a variety of family-friendly activities, group excursions, and solo adventures.<\/p>\n<p>Exclusive travel packages are available, which include accommodation, dining, and guided tours, with direct flights from Miami (American Airlines) and New York\/New Jersey (United Airlines), as well as regional connections.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDominica is an untapped gem just waiting to be discovered, and \u2018Kool Escapes\u2019 captures the true spirit of our island like never before,\u201d said Marva Williams, CEO of Discover Dominica Authority.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFrom the thrill of our world-class aquatic adventures to the peaceful sanctuary of our lush rainforests, this campaign highlights why Dominica is not just a destination, but the ultimate summer getaway for those seeking adventure, relaxation, and authenticity,\u201d she concluded.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Discover Dominica Authority has announced the launch of \u2018Kool Escapes,\u2019 a summer campaign aimed at positioning Dominica as the ultimate destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. 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