DOMINICA

Population: 71,000 approx.
Capital: Roseau
Currency: EC dollar
Power: 220V
Language: English

Description: 289.5 sq. miles. Young volcanic island with peaks over 4,000 feet, precipitous slopes and deeply incised valleys. The high annual rainfall in the interior has created over 350 rivers and waterfalls, a large, lush rainforest, and one of the world's biggest boiling lakes. Most of the area remains unspoiled by human development. Dark volcanic sand beaches. Excellent dive sites and also prime for whale watching. Carib Indian Reservation.