Dominica Recognized Once Again For Its Superb Dive Sites
Scuba diving readers honor Dominica with 5 awards in recognition of its dive sites and underwater attractions
The island of Dominica was officially recognized as one of the top dive destinations in the Caribbean, when readers of Scuba Diving magazine voted Dominica the #2 destination overall in the Caribbean/Atlantic category in the 2007 Reader’s Choice Awards, up from #3 for the previous two years.In addition to earning the #2 overall destination in its category, the island earned an additional 4 awards for a total of 5 awards this year. Dominica was also selected as the #1 destination for Top Marine Life and Top Small Animal Encounters and #3 for Healthiest Marine Environment and Top Destinations for Underwater Photography in the Caribbean/Atlantic category.In Dominica, underwater tunnels with schooling fish lead to vertical walls and lava pinnacles. One of the most vibrant underwater eco-systems in the Caribbean, Dominica offers recreational scuba divers aquarium-clear water with visibility that can reach 100 feet. Dominica’s marine world is a ‘dream world’ for an underwater photographer: sponges, seahorses, frogfish, crinoids…the list is as varied as the scenery is impressive. A Dominican underwater adventure is for the person who loves macro photography, calm water, great vistas, healthy reefs and short rides to dive sites. In addition to being considered one of the top dive destinations in the world, Dominica has a reputation as the best place to see whales and dolphins in the Caribbean.Snorklers discover the wonders of ‘Champagne Reef,’ Dominica's sub-aquatic sulphur spring that offers a first-hand look at Dominica's untamed volcanic activity. In less than 15 feet of water, hot water and bubbles filter out of vents, attracting a variety of marine life and creating a visually interesting environment. Parrotfish, octopus, squid and other intriguing underwater creatures glide through the bubbles of this natural phenomenon. Barrel and vase sponges, as well as brain and finger coral populate the reef. Champagne Reef provides a perfect example of the wide variety of underwater life that Dominica has to offer.Beginning January 23, 2007, the U.S. State Department and the Department Homeland Security will require that all U.S. citizens and foreign nationals carry a passport or other accepted secure documents to enter or re-enter the U.S. through airports from the Caribbean, including Dominica.Abridged from press release issued in Roseau, Dominica – November 30, 2006. More information on Dominica is available from the Dominica Tourist Office in New York at 888.645.5637.Nature Island * Guadeloupe and Martinique * Eastern Caribbean * volcanic * mountains * pristine coral reefs * Carib Indians * eco-tourism * scuba diving * snorkeling * kayaking * nature tours * whale * dolphin watching, sailing * fishing * Green Globe 21 * happiest countries on earth * Happy Planet Index * Dive Shop * Newmarket * Canada * adult full open water scuba * certification course * children’s Scuba Rangers program
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