Christopher Columbus, sailing for Spain, named the island Dominica, after the Latin term dies Dominica for Sunday, the day on which he first saw it in November 1493.

Jan 9, 2026 · Dominica, island country of the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean Sea. It lies between the French islands of Guadeloupe and Marie-Galante to the north and Martinique to the south.

Jan 6, 2026 · Last month, the Trump administration announced it was expanding travel restrictions to an additional 20 countries, including Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda, the sole Caribbean nations on …

Experience the thrill of exploring Dominica's rugged natural landscapes and discover hidden gems along the way. This winter surrender to Dominica’s enthralling embrace where midnight black sands glisten …

Oct 10, 2025 · Dominica is one of the best Caribbean islands for outdoor adventure, offering hiking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and whale watching. You can connect with the island's cultural side at …

5 days ago · Dominica’s Carnival, Mas Domnik – The Real Mas, officially opens on Saturday, January 10, 2026, with the Official Opening and National Parade, marking the formal start of the Mas Domnik …

Jan 6, 2026 · U.S. reportedly reaches agreement with Dominica that could send asylum seekers to the Caribbean nation, following similar pacts with Belize and Paraguay.

Oct 3, 2024 · Dominica is one of the few Caribbean islands where the beach is the least captivating attraction. The real reason to visit this tropical paradise? Natural outdoor experiences, which abound …

Jul 28, 2025 · But the ocean is not the island’s only appeal. Two-thirds of Dominica is covered in rain forest and 20 percent of the land is within the national park system.

Jan 6, 2026 · The U.S. finalized an agreement with Dominica to allow asylum-seekers arriving at the U.S. border to be transferred to the island nation.