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Top 10 visa-free countries for Indian passport holders in 2025: No visa, no stress, just stunning escapes
Indian passport holders can now explore vibrant cities, serene beaches, and cultural gems across the world—visa-free. Strengthened global ties have made international travel easier, faster, and more accessible than ever.Traveling the world is a...
“Wild & Wonderful” Exhibit At Hamilton Nature Center
“ART GARDEN TANGLE”: Works by Zina Umyn of Bordentown are at the Tulpehaking Nature Center in Hamilton through August 29. An opening reception is on Sunday, July 27 from 2:30-4 p.m. The nonprofit Friends for the Abbott Marshlands (FFAM) has...

Dominica launches 25th World Creole Music Festival with star-studded lineup
Dominica is turning up the volume for the silver anniversary of its signature cultural event. The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has officially launched the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), set to take place from October...

CAL announces non-stop service between Dominica & Puerto Rico
Caribbean Airlines announces that effective August 15, 2025, customers will enjoy non-stop service between Dominica and Puerto Rico, up to 3 times weekly. Additionally, the airline has increased non-stop flights between Dominica and Trinidad as...

Dominica’s 25th world creole festival launched
The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have officially launched the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), unveiling a dynamic artist lineup and commemorative theme for the highly anticipated cultural...
CAL boosts flights to Dominica
Caribbean Airlines (CAL) has announced that effective August 15, 2025, customers would have non-stop service between Dominica and Puerto Rico, up to three times weekly. Additionally, the airline has increased non-stop flights...
Caribbean Airlines Announces Non-Stop Flights To Dominica From Puerto Rico
Caribbean Airlines announces that effective August 15, 2025, customers will enjoy non-stop service between Dominica and Puerto Rico, up to 3 times weekly. Additionally, the airline has increased non-stop flights between Dominica and Trinidad as...

Antiguan and Barbudan Journalists Join CETRI Workshop in Dominica on the Future of Clean Energy
Alison Kentish, another seasoned media professional, provided an in-depth session on the anatomy of a strong story pitch, guiding participants through the process from proposal to publication. The attending journalists from Antigua and Barbuda...

United Airlines expands nonstop service to Dominica
New Wednesday flight from New York/Newark launches October 29, just in time for travelers to enjoy Dominica’s winter campaign. ROSEAU, DOMINICA – The Discover Dominica Authority announced that United Airlines will expand its nonstop service from...

Reo’s ‘La Vie Doux’ now #1 in Dominica
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at 1:22 PM Screen grab of Reo, TehilahReo, widely regarded as one of Bouyon’s prominent artists and often referred to as ‘The Fresh Prince of Bouyon,’ has set a summer tone with his latest single, “La...

Organizers announce line-up for World Music Festival’s 25th edition
This past weekend the Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) officially announced the launch of the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), revealing what organizers say is an exciting...

Vybz Kartel Headlines Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival
Vybz Kartel, a man referred to as Jamaica’s Dancehall King, is set to headline the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) in Dominica. After spending 13 years in prison, Adidja Azim Palmer, better known as Vybz Kartel, is making...
Vybz Kartel to headline Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival
The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have officially launched the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), unveiling a dynamic artist lineup and commemorative theme for the highly anticipated cultural...

Dominica State College moves graduation ceremony to morning due to weather forecast
Dominica News Online - Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 at 11:41 AM The Dominica State College (DSC) has announced a change to its highly-anticipated commencement ceremony originally scheduled for the afternoon of Thursday, July 3rd. Due to a forecasted...

Former World Creole Music Festival Executive Director, Jeffrey Brisbane, remembered for his dedication to Creole culture and music
Jeffrey Brisbane in Florida where resided. Facebook photo.Musical icon Gordon Henderson has paid tribute to Jeffrey Brisbane, a former Executive Director of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), who passed away on Saturday July 5, 2025, just one...

Dominica’s Cadence-Lpso Queen OPhelia unveils reggae anthem “Burkina Rise” honouring Burkina Faso’s Traore
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 at 11:22 AM Powerful Tribute to Courageous Leadership; Official Teaser Video Released! Ophelia, Dominica’s iconic songstress renowned as a cornerstone of Cadence-lypso, is set to release a potent new...

American Airlines adds new winter routes to Mexico, Caribbean, LATAM
American Airlines will launch service this winter on three new routes to Mexico City; Queretaro, Mexico; and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The airline will also add more flights to popular destinations including Dominica; St. Maarten;...

Dominica’s Bouyon in Billboard magazine; a new wave powered by the current of tradition
Asa Bantan, Shelly (upper right), Cornell Phillip (lower right)Iconic Billboard magazine recently highlighted Bouyon, Dominica’s predominant modern music style, as it continues to make waves across the Caribbean and beyond. The write-up, featured...

10 Caribbean Islands That Will Take Your Breath Away
Let’s be honest, when someone mentions the Caribbean, your brain probably defaults to tons of pictures you have seen friends in with blue water, white sand, and paradise. I am not going to lie, that is what I think about too. Here’s the thing...
How Will TRADITOUR 2025 Boost Dominica’s Regional Reputation?
TRADITOUR 2025 will significantly boost Dominica’s regional reputation by positioning the island as a key hub for Caribbean maritime culture and sustainable tourism. Hosting the race’s starting point for the first time, Dominica welcomes over 400...