A recently restored battery demonstrates how Fort Shirley protected Prince Rupert Bay, the best anchorage on Dominica. The bay itself has a long history. In 1493 one of Columbus' ships entered the bay, and by 1535 the Spanish made it station along their official treasure ship route.

Check out the map to see how the fort sits on a volcanic headland, strategically overlooking the bay. Construction of the fort began in 1765 after France ceded Dominica to the British at the Treaty of Paris. The French won it back in 1778, only to cede it again five years later at the Treaty of Versailles. At it's height the fort housed over 600 men, but in 1854 it was finally abandoned as the British and French made up.

Today the fort is a public park open for all to visit. Pack and lunch and enjoy the view.

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Candy's Palace

Portsmouth

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

3-bedroom apartment in lovely Portsmouth with WiFi

Picard

Carlos

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5. Jan.–6. Jan. 2026

Iso’s Vacation Rental Apartment #10

Picard

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6. Jan.–7. Jan. 2026

Lucia Bayview House

Portsmouth

Isaura

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3. Jan.–4. Jan. 2026

Cozy Centrally Located 2BDR in Picard w/AC, Apt 3

Picard

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Vacation apartment in peaceful location - unit #12

Picard

Tim M.

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14. Jan.–15. Jan. 2026

ABH House a Cozy studio in nice Portsmouth with WiFi access

Portsmouth

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10. Jan.–11. Jan. 2026

Hilltop-view 1-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth with WiFi, AC

Portsmouth

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10. Jan.–11. Jan. 2026

Iso’s Vacation Rental Apartment #7

Picard

Katherine B.

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Cozy 1-Bedroom Retreat in Picard w/AC, Apt 2

Picard

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Berkey's Jungle Paradise

Roseau

„Berkey himself is a gracious, helpful, and thoughtful host. His communications are excellent and once there, he will be there for you. He attends to details and has pride in this hideaway. It requires a walk up ~40 steep steps but once on top, your are in a beautiful valley with wildlife and jungle sounds. Accommodations are basic but sufficient, if you are looking for an experience more like Dominica than a luxury hotel, Berkey's place is fine. Access to the property is straightforward and ...

Charles

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11. Jan.–12. Jan. 2026

Pinard's Mountain Resort- Cottage 8

Pointe Michel

„Overall we loved it, though it would have been good to know that you can't drive to the hotel if you don't have a proper 4WD as it is located at the end of a long and steep tarished road. Luckily the hotel offers an transport service for the dirty road between 8am and 5pm. They also offer food(preorder only) and drinks at the bar. The staff was very nice and always helpful. Our favourite was the weekday driver. The cottage had a very nice kitchen unfortunately not much utensils in it... Being so ...

Cyril

Kühlschrank, Ofen, Herdplatte, Wasserkocher

Jacob's Cozy Oasis: 1BR in Marigot w/ Wi-Fi, A/C, Kitchen – <5 Mins to Airport

Marigot

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8. Jan.–9. Jan. 2026

MJays Apartments

Vieille Case

TONY

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Binks appartments

Roseau

Gregory

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Chez Ophelia Cottage Apartments

Roseau

desiree

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

Pinard's Mountain Resort- Cottage 6

Pointe Michel

Gérard

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3. Jan.–4. Jan. 2026

Turtle Beach Villa, Private Beach

Woodford Hill

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5. Jan.–6. Jan. 2026

Pinard's Vacation Home

Pointe Michel

Nancy

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4. Jan.–5. Jan. 2026

Kalinago Territory Homestay

St. David

„We stayed with Kevin twice during our 2-week trip to Dominica. Kevin's place is clean and comfortable, and he's a great cook! Kevin also organizes tours of the Kalinago territory, and I would greatly recommend it! We got to meet local people who showed us and invited us to participate in various aspects of Kalinago culture. I had looked for an experience like this online but couldn't find one. In addition, we had several great discussions about Dominican history, politics, and Kalinago ...

Jennifer S.

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1. Jan.–2. Jan. 2026

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Saint John: Top-Hotelbewertungen

Rejens Hotel

8/10 Gut

"Nice small hotel. "

Rosalie Bay Eco Resort & Spa

8/10 Gut

"Sehr schöne Unterkunft. Sehr sauber. Ich fühlte mich ein bisschen wie im Dirty Dancing Film. Schöne kleine einzelne Häuser. Man sieht immer einen Gärtner, der sich um die Anlage kümmert. Das Personal ist freundlich, einige davon besonders auffallend freundlich. Das Essen im Restaurant ist lecker und wird frisch zubereitet. Auch das individuelle Frühstück. Uns hat eine Option gefehlt abends ab 21 Uhr zum Beispiel an einer Bar zu sitzen und sich mit anderen Gästen zu unterhalten und dabei etwas zu trinken. Denn das Restaurant schließt spätestens 21/22 Uhr. Zumindestens aktuell . Denn in der Umgebung gibt es leider keine Alternative. Man kann natürlich trotzdem auf der eigenen Veranda sitzen. Schöner Strand (nicht zum Schwimmen!). Ausflugsoptionen vom Hotel täglich möglich inklusive Transfer. Großer moderner Fitness -Bereich. Zimmer nicht ganz so modern. Uns hat das nicht gestört. "

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