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Logos Hope vessel docked at the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth. Inset: Navya Pauline – Communications Manager photo credit DNO reporter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After a 15-year absence, the Logos Hope\u2014the world\u2019s largest floating book fair\u2014has returned to Dominica, drawing over 30,000 visitors on board since its arrival.<\/p>\n

The figure was disclosed to Dominica News Online (DNO)<\/em> during an exclusive interview on Friday with the ship\u2019s Communications Manager, Navya Pauline.<\/p>\n

Docked at the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth, the Logos Hope opened its doors to the Dominican public from July 2 to July 13, 2025. The ship, which carries more than 5,000 book titles, offers visitors the opportunity to purchase quality literature and participate in a variety of onboard events.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s such a pleasure and privilege to be here after 15 long years, and we can actually feel that we are genuinely welcome here,\u201d Pauline said. \u201cThank you so much. Just to give a little bit of numbers\u2014we\u2019ve been open since the 2nd of July and we have two more days. We will be open until Sunday, the 13th of July, and so far we have welcomed 30,500 people on board the Logos Hope.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pauline described the visit as a resounding success, noting the ship\u2019s engagement with local communities and organizations.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been amazing. We welcomed a lot of families and individuals. We also hosted many events on board and partnered with several local organizations and communities. We\u2019ve even sent people onshore to participate in various projects,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Pauline confirmed that the Logos Hope intends to return to Dominica in the future.<\/p>\n

\u201cNext time it won\u2019t take us 15 years,\u201d she assured. \u201cI don\u2019t know when for sure\u2014it\u2019s not confirmed\u2014but I\u2019m pretty sure it will be sooner than before.\u201d<\/p>\n

She encouraged the public to take advantage of the ship\u2019s final two days in port.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would really like to encourage people to come. The world\u2019s largest floating book fair is in Dominica, so please come,\u201d Pauline urged. \u201cYou have two more days until Sunday, so bring your families and friends. It\u2019s going to be exciting.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to its extensive book collection, the Logos Hope has hosted a range of events, including \u2018Meet the World\u2019 activities for children and a special workshop for teachers.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat\u2019s not something we always do, but for this port, we held a workshop specifically for teachers who came on board and received training. It was really nice to see,\u201d Pauline explained.<\/p>\n

Today, Saturday, July 12, the ship hosted an event titled Into the Marketplace<\/em>, aimed at individuals in the business sector.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat would be really nice for someone who\u2019s interested and in the field,\u201d she said. \u201cThe event is happening on the ship. All they need to do is buy a ticket at the welcome desk of the book fair. The ticket price is 15 XCD.\u201d<\/p>\n

Following its departure from Dominica on Monday, July 14, the Logos Hope will head to Kingston, Jamaica, and then to Montego Bay, where it will remain for approximately three weeks.<\/p>\n

During its stay in Dominica, the ship operated from Tuesdays to Saturdays between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM, and on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. It was closed on Mondays. Admission was free for children under 12, while adults paid EC$3.00.<\/p>\n

Below is the ship’s schedule after it departs Dominica on Monday.<\/p>\n

Kingston, Jamaica\u00a018 Jul 2025 to 20 Aug 2025<\/p>\n

Montego Bay, Jamaica\u00a021 Aug 2025 to 15 Sept 2025<\/p>\n

Freeport, Bahamas\u00a018 Sept 2025 to 1 Oct 2025<\/p>\n

Nassau, Bahamas\u00a02 Oct 2025 to 20 Oct 2025<\/p>\n

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis\u00a024 Oct 2025 to 30 Oct 2025<\/p>\n

St Johns, Antigua and Barbuda\u00a030 Oct 2025 to 10 Nov 2025<\/p>\n

Bridgetown, Barbados\u00a011 Nov 2025 to 2 Dec 2025 TBC<\/p>\n

Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines\u00a03 Dec 2025 to 22 Dec 2025 TBC<\/p>\n

Scarborough \u2013 Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago\u00a022 Dec 2025 to 6 Jan 2026 TBC<\/p>\n

Port of Spain \u2013 Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago\u00a06 Jan 2026 to 3 Feb 2026 TBC<\/p>\n

Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia\u00a04 Feb 2026 to 17 Feb 2026 TBC<\/p>\n

Georgetown, Guyana\u00a019 Feb 2026 to 3 Mar 2026 TBC<\/p>\n

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All photos\u00a0 were taken by Dominica News Online and are subject to applicable copyright.<\/p>\n