About Dominica . . .

Dominica is an island nation and border-less country in the Caribbean Sea. This is a home to a wide range of people.

The isle of Dominica is one of the youngest islands in the Lesser Antilles, and it is still being formed by geothermal-volcanic activity.

Capital: Roseau

Location: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, about one-half of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago

Size: 291 square miles (754 square km), slightly more than four times the size of Washington, DC

Population: 69,029

Language: English (official), French patois

Climate: Tropical; moderated by northeast trade winds; heavy rainfall

Terrain: Rugged mountains of volcanic origin. The highest point on the island is Morne Diablatins at 4,747 feet (1,447 meters).

Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD)

Medical care: Medical care is limited.

Tourism info: Call Dominica Tourist Board Offices at (888) 645-5637

Getting there from Miami: Dominica is located 1414 miles (2277 km) from Miami, FL. The easiest way to visit the Island is to fly.  Check American Airlines at www.aa.com.