Dominica Pictures

The town of Roseau is the capital and largest city on the island.  Westend61 Getty Images

Trafalgar Falls dominate the west side of Morne Trois Pitons National Park. Pilip Dumas Getty Images

The water near this town is some of the clearest on the island; head to Scotts Head Pinnacle for some of the island's best scuba diving.   Schwarzerkater Flickr

This Gothic-style church, also known as Our Lady of Fair Haven, stands prominently in Roseau.   JudyDillon Getty Images

The Emerald Pool in Morne Tois Pitons National Park is a popular spot for families and day-trippers. evenfh Getty Images

Scotts Head Pinnacle is a world-class dive site. The large rock formations allow for a unique dive that is packed with aquatic life. dsabo Getty Images

Not too different from traditional tomato, pumpkin soup is a Dominican mainstay. Roman Maerzinger Getty Images

Climbing 3,000 feet to the top of Morne Nicholls is a popular area pastime. Jean & Nathalie Flickr

Hiking to this fumarole, Boiling Lake, in the Morne Trois Pitons National Park will take all day. The most common starting point is in the town of Laudat.  youngvet Getty Images

On the road from Roseau to Portsmouth. Jean & Nathalie Flickr

Tubing down the massive Layou River is a popular activity on the island. Jean & Nathalie Flickr

The Cabrits National Park is best known as the home of Fort Shirley, an 18th-century stronghold. Jean & Nathalie Flickr

More than just a shell, conch is type of snail and a favorite Dominican dish. shalamov Getty Images

Morne Trois Pitons National Park houses many of the trails and sights that draw outdoor enthusiasts to Dominica. Nelro Wikimedia

St. George is one of the 10 parishes that make up Dominica. Its location on the southwest section of the island makes it perfect for catching the sunset.  Jean & Nathalie Flickr

Enjoy great views of Prince Rupert Bay from Fort Shirley. Jean & Nathalie Flickr

Goat water is a popular type of goat stew. Piotr Krzeslak Getty Images

The Kalinago are the indigenous people of Dominica. Approximately 3,000 Kalinagos live on the north-eastern cost of Dominica. Philip Dumas Getty Images

A  freshwater lake surrounded by a lush rainforest shows the biodiversity on Dominica. Philip Dumas Getty Images

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Fort Shirley is close to being completely restored and is located in Cabrits National Park, Dominica. evenfh Getty Images

The vegetation surrounding the Emerald Pool changes depending on the season you visit. radek6 Getty Images

Purple Turtle Beach is located in Portsmouth, Dominica, and is one of the scattered beaches on the island. Philip Dumas Getty Images

The accessibility of the Trafalgar Falls changes depending on the season. Be sure to check with your guide to determine how close you will be able to get to the falls. goldistocks Getty Images

A mountaintop you will pass during the hike to the Boiling Lake. Joseph Thomas Photography Getty Images

Caution: The hike to Boiling Lake is very difficult and time-consuming. Joseph Thomas Photography Getty Images

Expect to see lots of the colorful soldier fish during your time diving or snorkeling in the water. Stephen Frink Getty Images

Mero Beach is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike due to its fine, black sand.  Zoroasto Felix Getty Images

Antrizle Beach is one of the many small beaches that dot the 92-mile coast of Dominica. Matthew Wakem Getty Images

Split Rock, Dominica, is a popular snorkeling and scuba destination in the Toucari Bay Area. Derek Galon Getty Images

Dominica was a shooting location for "Pirates of the Caribbean." Visitors to the island can drink drum on the same beach as Captain Jack Sparrow.  Ryan Goebel Getty Images