Dominica

Dominicans produce distinctive handicrafts, with various communities specializing in their specific products. The crafts of the Carib Indians include traditional baskets made of dyed larouma reeds and waterproofed with tightly woven balizier leaves. These are sold in the Carib Indian Territory and Kalinago Barana Autê as well as in Roseau's shops. Vertivert straw rugs, screw-pine tableware, fwije (the trunk of the forest tree fern), and wood carvings are just some examples. Also notable are local herbs, spices, condiments, and herb teas. Café Dominique, the local equivalent of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, is an excellent buy, as are the Dominican rums Macoucherie and Soca. Proof that the old ways live on in Dominica can be found in the number of herbal remedies available. One stimulating memento of your visit is rum steeped with bois bandé (scientific name Richeria grandis), a tree whose bark is reputed to have aphrodisiacal properties. It's sold at shops, vendors' stalls, and supermarkets.

The charismatic roadside vendors can be found all over the island bearing trays laden with local and imported souvenirs, T-shirts, and trinkets. Duty-free shopping is also available in specific stores around Roseau.

Dominican farmers island-wide bring their best crops to the Roseau Market, at the end of Dame Eugenia Boulevard and Lange Lane, every Friday and Saturday from 6 am to 1 pm. It may well be the largest farmers' market in the Caribbean. Vendors are usually out on roadsides when there are cruise ships in port.

One of the easiest places to pick up a souvenir is the Old Market Plaza, just behind the Dominica Museum, in Roseau. Slaves were once sold here, but today handcrafted jewelry, T-shirts, spices, souvenirs, batik, and trays, plus lacquered and woven bamboo boxes are available from a group of vendors in open-air booths set up on the cobblestones. They are usually busiest when there's a cruise ship berthed across the street. On these days you can also find a vast number of vendors along the bayfront.

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  • 1. Screw's Sulfur Spas

    Spas

    Hidden in the bush here are sulfur-enriched, burping waters, fumaroles, and cascades—and Screw's. Experience mud packs and wraps plus six pools...

    Hidden in the bush here are sulfur-enriched, burping waters, fumaroles, and cascades—and Screw's. Experience mud packs and wraps plus six pools, each a different temperature and depth. Screw—and that's his real name—doesn't let you leave without giving you fresh juice or fruit. Dominica's spas are a far reach from California's Golden Door or other lavish places, but then again that is their charm.

    Wotten Waven, St. George, Dominica
    767-440–4478
  • 2. Achipelago Trading Ltd.

    Souvenirs

    For high-quality leather goods, alcohol, tobacco, Victrinox/Swiss Army products, clothing and duty-free shopping, this is your place. Located...

    For high-quality leather goods, alcohol, tobacco, Victrinox/Swiss Army products, clothing and duty-free shopping, this is your place. Located next to the Royal Bank.

    Leopold House, Bay Front, Dame Eugenia Charles Blvd, St. George, Saint George's Parish, Bermuda
    767-448–3394
  • 3. Indigo

    Art Galleries

    The tree-house studio and café at Indigo sells works by in-house artists Clem and Marie Frederick and also serves fresh sugarcane juice or bush teas. ...

    The tree-house studio and café at Indigo sells works by in-house artists Clem and Marie Frederick and also serves fresh sugarcane juice or bush teas.

    Grandby Dr., Bornes, St. John, Dominica
    767-445–3486
  • 4. Jewellers International

    Souvenirs

    Jewellers International carries crystal ware, liquor, and other gift items, such as gold and silver jewelry and baubles with emeralds, diamonds...

    Jewellers International carries crystal ware, liquor, and other gift items, such as gold and silver jewelry and baubles with emeralds, diamonds, and other gems.

    Fort Young Hotel Complex, Dame Eugenia Charles Blvd., , Bay Front, Roseau, St. George, Dominica
    767-448–5247
  • 5. Kalinago Barana Autê

    Crafts

    Kalinago Barana Autê sells carvings, pottery, and lovely handwoven baskets, which you can watch the women weave. ...

    Kalinago Barana Autê sells carvings, pottery, and lovely handwoven baskets, which you can watch the women weave.

    Salybia, Carib Territory, , Dominica
    767-445–7979
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  • 6. Papillote Wilderness Retreat Gift Shop

    Crafts

    Papillote Wilderness Retreat has a small gift shop with local handcrafted goods and particularly outstanding wood carvings by Louis Desire. ...

    Papillote Wilderness Retreat has a small gift shop with local handcrafted goods and particularly outstanding wood carvings by Louis Desire.

    Trafalgar, St. George, Dominica
    767-448–2287
  • 7. Pirates

    Souvenirs

    Pirates is the place for booze, Cuban cigars, cheese, watches, and souvenirs. It's open weekdays from 8 to 5. ...

    Pirates is the place for booze, Cuban cigars, cheese, watches, and souvenirs. It's open weekdays from 8 to 5.

    6 Long La., , Dupigmy Bldg., Roseau, St. George, Dominica
    767-449–9774
  • 8. Baroon International

    Souvenirs
    Closed Permanently

    Baroon International sells unusual jewelry from Asia, the United States, and other Caribbean islands. It also features pieces that are assembled...

    Baroon International sells unusual jewelry from Asia, the United States, and other Caribbean islands. It also features pieces that are assembled in the store, as well as personal accessories, souvenirs, and special gifts.

    Castle St., Roseau, St. George, Dominica
    767-449–2888
  • 9. Ego Boutique

    Clothing
    Closed Permanently

    Ego Boutique carries an extensive selection of designer clothing and exquisite crafts and home accessories from around the world. ...

    Ego Boutique carries an extensive selection of designer clothing and exquisite crafts and home accessories from around the world.

    9 Hillsborough St., Roseau, St. George, Dominica
    767-448–2336
  • 10. Whitchurch Duty-Free

    Souvenirs
    Closed Permanently

    Whitchurch Duty-Free sells perfumes, leather goods, designer sunglasses, and many other items. ...

    Whitchurch Duty-Free sells perfumes, leather goods, designer sunglasses, and many other items.

    Fort Young Hotel, Victoria St., Roseau, St. George, Dominica
    767-448–7177

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