Dominica (pronounced Dom-in- eek -a) sits midway along the Eastern Caribbean archipelago, just a few miles from Martinique to the south and Guadeloupe to the north. Its location is 15 degrees North latitude and 61 degrees West longitude. 

The island's official name is the Commonwealth of Dominica , which is mostly referenced in official communiqué and to distinguish the island from its northerly Caribbean sister, the Dominican Republic .

The island is sparsely populated with around 70,000 people inhabiting its 289.5 square miles. Dominica is an arcadia of unspoiled nature. Tropical forest coats two thirds of the island , which nourishes 1,200 plant species . Rivers, lakes, streams, and waterfalls abound, fed by the islands high annual rainfall. Its volcanic physique points to extensive geothermal activity above and below sea level. 

The island is one of only a couple in the Caribbean still with populations of the pre-Columbian Carib Indians. About 80% of the population is Roman Catholic.  English is the official language, spoken with a melodic French lilt, but a large portion of the population speaks Kwèyòl (Creole), with a few northern villages speaking Kokoy.

Dominica is located in the eastern Caribbean , between the French Islands of Guadeloupe (which lies to the north) and Martinique (which lies to the south).

Dominica surges from the sea with soaring peaks that seem to be courting the heavens. Virgin flora covers these dramatic mountains, creating swaths of verdant landscapes. The residue of the fiery forces that  created the island thousands of years ago, as part of the Caribbean Ring of Fire, bellows in several hot springs, valleys of steaming earth, and a boiling lake which is the second largest in the world. Along with geothermal wonders come natural coolants: hundreds of pristine rivers and streams web the island's lush terrain. Pure rainwater sets brooks and cascades into motion by rushing down picturesque cliffs.  

Dominica 's natural wonders and rich cultural heritage make it an exceptional ecotourism destination.

Dominica 's rich culture comes from its mix of English, French, African, and Carib peoples. This is evident in our food, music, dance, language, and hospitality.