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I had originally picked to do the four hour bus trip with a walk to the Emerald Pool, but a flyer came out which said that Accessible Dominica which had an optional and shorter walk to a pool at Jaco Falls was available, so I switched. I understand that the authorities in Dominica want to restrict the access to the Emerald Pool in order to keep it from being spoiled by tourism.
On the tour we took, the roads were very steep and twisty, and the bus often sounded as if it was laboring. Eventually got to the waterfall, which was very pretty (and very photogenic) but not spectacularly tall.
There were concrete steps (photo 3) down to the level of the stream, and a boardwalk (photo 4) to walk along the side of the stream.
One of the men was going to swim in the pool, but he said it was only about 18 inches deep - not even enough to float in. They had fruit and drinks for us there and also woven grass baskets and the like for sale. Leave a Comment
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 Milton Falls by delphis
Often overlooked though is a great little waterfall not far off the road on the way to Syndicate: Milton Falls. Get your tour guide to take you - it's a pleasant, short walk from the trail and well worth it. Leave a Comment Address: Syndicate Estate, Nr PortsmouthDirections: The trail to the Falls is off the main Syndicate 'road' - drive for 2 mins into the banana plantations (look for the 'Banana-topica' sign!). The walk is then no more than 10 mins - just follow the stream!Website: http://www.visit-dominica.com/querydetail.cfm?Id=458
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 Carib Indian Home, Dominica by Martin_S.Leave a Comment Directions: Continue south on coast road from Marigot.
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The base station is at an altitude of approx. 2,000 feet
The tram car held 8 people (4 seats with two people) plus a guide sitting in the back. They went up to the top of the mountain on the lower track and came back down on the upper track. First, we had someone take a car around the whole system to be sure it was all working. It was kind of wet, and before we got in, two people wiped down and squeeged the water off the seats.
There was a plastic cover over the tram, and I observed that there was less water on the back seats, so that's where I aimed for. We didn't bother to get rain ponchos from the store, and of course an umbrella would be useless. I had a digital camera, and also a film camera in case it really started to rain.
Our guide (who was named Nigel) that rode with us told us many interesting facts about the plants and flowers we were seeing and also identified the bird calls and told us interesting things about the tram and the island. The trunks of Gomier and Chataignier trees are host to a miriad of vines, ferns, anthuriums, bromeliads and other non-vascular epiphytes. The forest floor below is decorated with heliconias, sedges, orchids and a wide variety of ferns, including several species of tree fern. As we approached the top, it started to rain a good bit and I put away the digital camera.
We could have gotten off at the top and walked down and across a suspension bridge and get back on the tram at a lower stop. But since it was raining harder, we decided not to do that. The upper track is 150 feet higher, and we could see across the canopy to Morne Micotrin (4,006ft.), Morne Anglais (3,683ft.) and the Caribbean Sea. The entire ride lasts for approx. 70 minutes
Price: per person........................ US$55.00
per child up to age 12 years..... US$30.00
children under age 2 years.................. Free Leave a Comment
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 Cornerhouse computer area, $3
USD/30 mins. by BROOKS
Telecoms services are provided by Cable & Wireless, Marpin Telecommunications, Orange and AT&T/Cingular/Digicel. Internet access ranges from dial-up to always-on DSL, cable modems and dedicated lines such as 256kb up to T1.
Wireless
Wireless access to the Net is offered by many hotels - view our Accommodation Listings.
There are also a growing number of wi-fi hot-spots around the island. Melville Hall Airport is one example.
Cyber-cafes
In Roseau:
CornerhouseCafe (King Geroge V St.) 449-9000
Cyberland (Woodstone SHopping Mall) 440-2605
Business Training Center (Great George St.) 448-0248
In Portsmouth:
Cyberland 445-4454
Alpha-2-Omega 445-3370
Building Service Centre 445-4303
(Also in Picard 445-6448) Leave a Comment Address: Corner House Cafe, King Geo. V St., RoseauPhone: 767-449-9000Directions: Roseau, Dominica, West IndiesOther Contact: E-mail: cornerhousedom@gmail.com
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The Gardens were started by the Crown in 1889 on land which was formerly a sugar cane plantation. The planting of the Gardens began in 1890. The 40 acre gardens are the largest tract of semi-open land in Roseau. It is the setting for cricket matches, national parades and cultural celebrations, religious open air ceremonies and recreational activities. Space was also given to a school
There are two distinct sections: an ornamental section and an economic section. The latter was devoted to research and the propagation of plants of economic importance. The ornamental section was once exquisitely landscaped with ponds, ornate iron gates, a fountain, and up to 500 species of exotic and indigenous trees and shrubs to enhance the beauty of and interest in the site. Subsequently, between 80 and 100 different types of palms were also planted. Hurricane David did a lot of damage to the trees in the garden, but there are still plants of interest. On the first tour we went through the botanical garden and the guide explained about the trees and plants there (which were numbered and she had a list of what they were).which are numbered so that they can be identified. The van driver on the second trip also drove through the gardens.
The Gardens is open every day from 6 am - 7 pm. Leave a Comment
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Botanical Gardens in Roseau. It's not much of a garden but you will see native plants and fruits and this really awesome tree Directions: City of Roseau, Dominica
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You must go to Emerald Pool in Dominica! This place is AWESOME. Go early so you can beat the crowds. Pictures do not do this place justice. It was simply amazing.
The hike down was easy enough for kids too, you should be in good physical condition for the hike down and back up. A few older folks were a little winded, but it is easy enough to do. About a 10 - 15 min walk each way. Address: Island of the DominicaDirections: Somewhere in the rainforest
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Things I liked about Roseau --
- Getting a hair cut by a true gentlemen barber and chatting with the customers. If a young person came into the shop without a giving a proper greeting the barber would sent him out to try again!!
- The breakfast buffet at Fort Young Hotel had a good selection and service. The dining room has a wonderful view of the port and coast all the way to Scotts Head. --
- People were very nice and helpful with directions. --
- Astaphans for quick obligatory gifts to bring home. --
- The library with its warm atmosphere. Make a contribution to its up keep if you can. --
- Botanic Gardens --
Things I did not like about Roseau --
- Even though I had a map I felt lost most of the time. --
- The store & restaurant fronts don't draw you in. I would suggest having specific stores & restaurants in mind and asking for directions to them. --
- Compared to Dominica's natural beauty the city felt old and drab. --
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> Toucari Beach - NW coast --
Only stopped for a picture on my way to Capucine, looked like a nice quiet spot for a snorkel.
> Batali Beach - mid west coast --
Stopped here for a river bath and took a stroll on the stone beach.
> Mero Beach - mid west coast --
Visited here on two different trips. The first time I was on the beach in front of Castaways resort, watching the sunset. You can use Castaways facility's for a small fee. It has a very nice setting on the sand beach with a airy bar. The second visit was further down the beach on the opposite side of a river that breaks it. Here the feeling is more of a community beach. Nice spot with at least one beach bar, store and shower. My favorite west coast beach for swimming.
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