If you’re looking for a vacation spot to unwind in 2023, we’ll let you in on a slept-on location. The Caribbean island of Dominica, located south of Guadeloupe and north of Martinique, is the perfect place to chill.
Lonely Planet recently ranked the island as one of the top destinations to unwind in its ‘Best in Travel’ list for 2023. This is the first time that Lonely Planet has ranked Dominica as a top travel destination in its Best in Travel collection.
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Best in Travel
This is Lonely Planet’s 18th annual list, where they rank the best destinations and travel experiences in the world for the year ahead. 30 must-visit destinations are recommended in the ‘Best in Travel’ 2023 list.
Lonely Planet’s community of writers, bloggers, staff, publishing partners, and more nominate destinations. From those nominations, travel experts narrow the list down to 30 destinations.
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Destinations are chosen based on their ‘wow’ factor, commitment to sustainability, community and diversity, unique experiences, and topicality.
Tom Hall, Vice President of Lonely Planet, shared in a press release, “Celebrated and recognized for its natural attractions, Dominica is often confused with the Dominican Republic, but we don’t expect that to happen much longer.”
Unwind in Dominica
Colin Piper, Discover Dominica Authority’s CEO/Director of Tourism, said in a press release, “We are incredibly honored to be considered as one of the top destinations to unwind by Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel. This recognition is a true testament to our beautiful island and the growth in tourism we’ve experienced in recent years. To be recognized by such a prestigious publication as one of the top destinations to unwind solidifies our stance in maintaining the island’s natural environment while still creating authentic experiences for travelers, whether seeking adventure or relaxation.”
Dominica is the youngest island in the Caribbean and the last to be colonized.
Travelers flying with American Airlines can connect to Dominica directly from Miami.
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“2023 is shaping up to be an exciting year to get out and explore. With much of the world firmly on the road to recovery, travelers are looking for different locations and experiences, and we know Dominica will not disappoint,” said Hall.
You can read the entire list here.
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