Dominica November 2005
A week-long trip to the mountainous Carribean island of Dominica
(pronounced "Dom-in-EEK-a"). Primary rainforest covers over two thirds
of the island, making it arguably the most untouched island in the
Caribbean. This is not your typical tourist's Caribbean. The best beach
is accesible only by rappeling down the side of a cliff, and the loudest
nightlife hotspot is 15 feet in the air, in a treehouse surrounded by
the cacophony of jungle sounds.
Dates of travel: Nov 18, 2005 to Nov 26, 2005
Duration of travel: 8 days
Photos taken with Canon Rebel XT 350D
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The hike to the Boiling Lake was the reason why I decided on coming to Dominica. It is said to be the best hike in the Caribbean.
However, it also has another reputation of being "punishing", "strenuous", and "hellish". In every source, the hike is scored at the highest difficulty rating. My trepidation only increases when I speak with the trek organizer.
The hike to the Boiling Lake was the reason why I decided on coming to Dominica. It is said to be the best hike in the Caribbean.
However, it also has another reputation of being "punishing", "strenuous", and "hellish". In every source, the hike is scored at the highest difficulty rating. My trepidation only increases when I speak with the trek organizer.
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