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National Geographic Releases 2026 "Best of the World" List with Travel Suggestions for the Year to Come
Are you looking to plan a trip to a new destination sometime in 2026? Well, the Disney-owned National Geographic brand might just be able to help, as it has released this year’s edition of its “Best of the World" list, containing numerous...

9 Weakest Passports in the World 2025: Complete List, Rankings & Travel Access
18Travel between countries is a completely different experience depending on where you were born. The newly released Henley Passport Index for 2025 shows a stark picture of international mobility and describes how holders of the Weakest passports...

Pittsburgh among best travel destinations in the world, National Geographic says
For the second year in a row, Pittsburgh has been named one of the best travel destinations in the world by National Geographic. VisitPittsburgh says after a "robust" nomination, researching and reporting process, National Geographic travel...

National Geographic reveals the top 25 travel destinations in 'Best of the World 2026'
National Geographic's top destinations annual list is back for "Best of the World 2026." Twenty-five locations, from all around the world, have been selected as the top picks for the most unique travel experiences next year. Travel editors,...

DOMINICA: Hundreds of Travelers Stranded After Ferry to Dominica Canceled Again
Hundreds of passengers bound for Dominica’s Independence celebrations have been left stranded in Antigua and other neighboring islands after the FRS Express des Îles ferry service failed to resume operations on Sunday as planned. The company had...

Dominica strengthens environmental health program with PAHO and EU/CARIFORUM support
Roseau, Dominica, 13 October 2025 (PAHO) — The Environmental Health Department in Dominica has taken an important step toward strengthening its operations and public health capacity through a comprehensive assessment conducted by the Pan American...

Dominica citizenship by investment for Nigerians: Your path to global freedom
BY UCHECHUKWU OKWUM You’re tired of visa rejections. You’re frustrated with endless embassy queues and the uncertainty of whether your travel plans will actually work out. If you’re a Nigerian with the means to change this situation, you’re in the...

Countdown Begins: 4 days to go until 25th Edition of Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival
Roseau, Dominica: Four days remain until the much-anticipated 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival in Dominica. The festival will kickstart on October 24, 2025 and culminate on October 26, 2025 under the theme- “Pulsating Rhythms of the...

Dominica opens 2025/2026 cruise season with MV Grand Princess
Remarks at the opening ceremony were delivered by Mayor of Roseau Ermine Sandra Royer, Whitchurch Shipping's Desma Patrick, DASPA's Carolla Belle, Discover Dominica's Marva Williams, and Captain Stefano Ravera of MV Grand Princess. Roseau,...

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Alternate travel arrangements for cancelled Ferry Service to Dominica
Home >> News Ministry of Tourism, Government of Dominica - Sunday, October 19th, 2025 at 11:47 AM Dear Valued Travelers, Due to unforeseen circumstances, our ferry service to Dominica has been canceled. However, we have been working with the...

STATEMENT: Bishop Kendrick J. Forbes Independence message
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 at 1:34 PM Bishop of Roseau, Most Reverend Kendrick J. ForbesAs we celebrate the 47th anniversary of our Nation’s independence, we reflect on the theme: “47 Years of Progress and Purpose.” This...

Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association to gov’t: stop hike in visitor fees immediately
Dominica News Online - Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 12:15 PM T The Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association (DHTA) has expressed strong opposition to the newly implemented visitor site fees installed by the government. In a recent statement, the...
31 countries where Pakistanis can travel visa-free
ISLAMABAD,: Despite a decline in its global standing, the Pakistani passport remains valuable for travelers, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 30 destinations worldwide. The latest Henley Passport Index reveals that Pakistan has...

UPDATED: Former Bishop of Dominica Edward Gilbert passes away
Former Bishop of Dominica Edward Gilbert has died. Information provided by a Roseau Diocese press release shared that the Most Reverend Edward J. Gilbert, CSsR, JCD, passed away in the early hours of October 16, 2025, which coincides with the...

Former Bishop of Dominica Edward Gilbert dies
Former Bishop of Dominica Edward Gilbert has died. A Roseau Diocese press release confirmed that the Most Reverend Edward J. Gilbert, CSsR, JCD, passed away in the early hours of Oct. 16, 2025, coinciding with the Feast of St. Gerard Majella, at...

The DHTA has called for a review of the recent hike in Tourism site fees
The Dominica Hotel and Tourism Association (DHTA) has called for a review of the recent hike in Tourism site fees. In a press release, the DHTA said while it welcomes the government’s ongoing dialogue on the need for sustainable funding for...

Dominica welcomes back stars
Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival celebrates 25 years of music, culture, and magic next week. The World Creole Music Festival, first held in 1997, has grown into one of the Caribbean’s leading cultural events. It celebrates Creole music in...

Diwali 2025 vacation: Indians can visit over 50 countries visa-free - check full list, key details
With days left for the Diwali 2025 holidays, several people across the country are gearing up to celebrate the festivities abroad. As a growing number of countries are offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival, travelling abroad has become easier with...

Which 57 countries can Indian passport holders travel visa-free to in 2025?
India has dropped to the 85th position in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, giving Indian passport holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 57 countries. This marks a decline of five spots from last year, when Indians could travel to 62...

PM: SKN ‘studying’ CARICOM Free Movement framework
- Advertisement - Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew has indicated that the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is carefully reviewing the CARICOM free movement initiative to ensure that the interests of smaller member states are safeguarded. Speaking...