Atkinson

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I love the windswept trees and bushes lining the eastern coast. Dominica is right in the heart of Hurricane Alley, and the vegetation here is built to withstand it. The last direct hit was 1995, but it was Hurricane David in 1979 that did the most damage - 145mph winds killed 56 people and left 75% of the island homeless.
While you're on the island, take the time to visit the Kalinago Village for an introduction to the pre-Columbian way of life. This model village will introduce you to traditional ways of life, including canoe building, cassava processing, basket weaving, calabash carving, and herb collection and preparation. You can also buy lovely handicrafts such as woven Larouma baskets and carved calabash gourds. The highlight for us, though, was a cultural dance performance by members of the Karifuna Cultural Group, whose objective is to revive and maintain the remaining aspects of the Kalinago culture. They even invited us up on to stage to participate. For a more in-depth and hands-on experience, consider a home stay with a local Kalinago family. Read more at http://kalinagoterritory.com/
Kalinago Territory Homestay

Kalinago Territory Homestay

St. David Dominica
$80 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
$80 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Atkinson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kalinago Barana Aute and Kalinago Barana Autê ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Lovely Bed and Breakfast
My two adult children and I enjoyed a comfortable stay in two private bedrooms of the home of the gentleman that owns and lives in the advertised property. He was a kind host, graciously welcoming us when we arrived far too late in the evening and waking before 5am to see us off for our early morning ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025

Kalinago Territory Homestay
Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG

5 out of 5
Bellhall Road Portsmouth
$396 nightly
The price is $432 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$432 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cabrits National Park and Fort ...
Intercontinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa by IHG
Fort Young Hotel

Fort Young Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Victoria Street Roseau
$357 nightly
The price is $393 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$393 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Roseau. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (840 reviews)
Service is a bit slow - I suppose that is Island style ..

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Fort Young Hotel
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Kalinago Territory Homestay

Kalinago Territory Homestay

St. David Dominica
Stay at this vacation home in Atkinson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kalinago Barana Aute and Kalinago Barana Autê ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Lovely Bed and Breakfast
My two adult children and I enjoyed a comfortable stay in two private bedrooms of the home of the gentleman that owns and lives in the advertised property. He was a kind host, graciously welcoming us when we arrived far too late in the evening and waking before 5am to see us off for our early morning ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025

Kalinago Territory Homestay
Picard Beach Cottages

Picard Beach Cottages

2 out of 5
Ross Boulevard Picard Portsmouth
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Coconut Beach and Indian River are ...
8/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
Pizza next to hotel

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Picard Beach Cottages
Berkey's Jungle Paradise

Berkey's Jungle Paradise

3 out of 5
Trafalgar Roseau Saint George Parish
Stay at this cottage in Roseau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Sulfur Springs and Papillote Tropical Gardens are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Beautiful nature, peaceful and quiet. Thank you!

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Berkey's Jungle Paradise
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Popular places to visit

Kalinago Barana Aute

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Kalinago Barana Aute during your stay in Atkinson. Wander the rainforest and black-sand beaches while you're in the area.

Kalinago Barana Aute

Things to do

EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine

$161
per adult
EN boat trip to the Caribbean with French cuisine
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Cities near Atkinson

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Marigot

Although his bakery stand is new, Daniel Frederick still employs traditional techniques in crafting his delicious cassava bread. Fresh ground manioc is mixed with coconut, sugar and water to form a dense, flat bread similar to a thick pancake. The coconut and sugar add a touch of sweetness that makes this bread addictive. The bakery is over in the Kalinago Territory on the east coast, so it's a bit of a trip if you're staying in Roseau. But if you're visiting the Kalinago Village it's worth a stop, and you can also hit it up on your way to/from the airport. I'm not sure that I pinned it just right, but any of the locals could quickly point it out.

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