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Hewanorra Airport is on the far south end of the island, and most tourist areas are on the north end, more than an hour away by car. Expect your taxi fare from the airport to your hotel to run EC$140/US$52 to EC$180/ US$67. Since a one-day car-rental fee is about the same or less, consider renting a car at the airport when you arrive.

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767-445-8495, fax 767-445-8495 www.avirtualdominica.com/pointeb.htm One house, one cottage, with a total of 5 rooms $ (based on five couples sharing the main house and cottage) The main house on this 25-acre estate has four bedrooms and three baths, which comfortably accommodates up to eight guests. The small cottage has one sleeping area and is suitable for one couple. Both are charmingly old-island with a weathered look and homey furnishings. The main house has a fabulous view from the front veranda of Pointe Baptiste s famous red-rock cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Inside, there s a living room, library, dining area, and full kitchen. The cottage has twin beds in a combination living area/bedroom, a small kitchen, and a patio. Maid and cooking services can be arranged with the manager, Annick Giraud. The estate has an interesting history and many well-known people have been guests here, including England s Princess Margaret.

Cabrits Dive Center leads scuba and snorkeling trips to sites in the marine reserve in Douglas Bay, but you also can snorkel the underwater trail on your own. The reef grows on top of submerged volcanic rock, and houses colorful fish, eels, and seahorses. If a cruise ship is docked at Cabrits, the park and ocean reserve will be crowded. On other days, you may have the whole shady beach to yourself.