Culture & Heritage, Dominica, Independence, National Symbols
The National Bird of Dominica – The Sisserou Parrot The Sisserou, Amazona imperialis, is Dominica’s national bird and the larger of the two endemic parrots in Dominica.Sisserou Parrot These precious birds are found nowhere else in the world and are found only in the...
Caribbean Music, Culture & Heritage, Dominica, Independence
The National Anthem of Dominica Music composed by L.M. Christian Lyrics written by W. O. M. Pond Dominica’s National Anthem was first written in 1965 as a National Song. It became the National Anthem in 1967 when Dominica achieved Associated Statehood status (1967 to...
Culture & Heritage, Dominica, Independence
No national symbol is more representative of its country than its Flag. Dominica’s Flag was originally designed in 1978 by Alwin Bully, a playwright and artist, who is now a national icon himself. Dr. Lennox Honychurch provides a brief description of the...
Arts & Entertainment, Books
The launch of “A Face in the River” — a Romance/Adventure novel by Kris Simelda — was held at Romance Cafe on Mero Beach this past Saturday, Jan 23rd, 2016. It was a wonderful celebration, featuring music by jazz musician Jussi Paavola, delicious refreshments,...
Carnival, Culture & Heritage, Events
Today in Roseau, the streets were filled with the sights and sounds of Carnival as the Official Opening Parade kicked off at 3 pm. Here are a few snaps to give you a taste of what’s to come for Dominica’s 2016 Carnival on February 8th and 9th. Dominica’s Carnival is...
Carnival, Dominica, Events, In the News
SPECTACULAR OPENING PARADE EXPECTED FOR MAS DOMNIK 2016 Official Ceremony to Be Held at Windsor Park Sports Stadium Roseau, Dominica – January 14, 2016 The opening parade and official ceremony for Mas Domnik 2016 is expected to be filled with fun, color and vibrancy....
Dominica, Green Living, Healthy Living, In the News
On November 28th, 2015 Dominicans came together to recognise Climate Change as a critical issue and to discuss what can be done: “Effect the change before the change affects you!” The event took place in the Roseau Botanic Gardens and participants...
Culture & Heritage, Independence
Of the many activities taking place over the Independence Season, the National Gala held in the Botanic Gardens is a favourite. While many of the national cultural competitions had been cancelled due to Tropical Storm Erika, this year’s event boasted one improvement –...
In the News, TSErikaRecovery
The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has been hard at work spreading the news that Dominica is ‘Open for Business’ after Tropical Storm Erika. While there is still much work to do in certain areas of the island, the tourism season is now beginning and...
Caribbean Hiking, Dominica, In the News, TSErikaRecovery
Dominica’s Recovery Continues ~ 5th October 2015 Update An update on the status of Dominica’s hiking trails and attractions has just been released by the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA). ~ ~ ~ DOMINICA ANNOUNCES STATUS OF HIKING TRAILS Roseau, Dominica –...
