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The Nature Island

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January 1st 2005
I had the privilege of living and studying in Dominica for almost 2 years, and it has been a life altering experience. Locals are friendly, rainbows are breath taking, humming birds everywhere, a top ten scuba diving sight in the world, with lush tropical greens surrounded by waterfalls and dormant volcanoes, makes this place deserve its nickname "The Nature Island." ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Dominica » Portsmouth

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Dominica was the last of the Caribbean islands to be colonized by Europeans, due chiefly to the fierce resistance of the native Caribs. France ceded possession to Great Britain in 1763, which made the island a colony in 1805. In 1980, two years after... ... read more