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Jungle Journal ~ Fall 2007 Considering making Dominica your Caribbean Home? A number of guests have approached me about the possibility of owning and developing property in Dominica. The combination of the island's pristine natural beauty and friendly people makes it an interesting option especially for the "well heeled", eco-conscious ones among us. Though the Caribbean has attracted holiday homes and other offshore real estate investments for a long time Dominica has been left out; its beauty virtually unknown, until now. A growing number of commercial investors are also deciding to take a significant gamble on Dominica's future. There are currently three significant tourism investments (along with several smaller ones) in advance stages of preparation which will provide over 1,000 new jobs for the island's people as well as new markets for the local farmers and small businesses. Fortunately the currently proposed investments are not overly stressful on the ecology in keeping with the island's desire to become the Caribbean's top sustainable destination. Once these investments prove successful, other similar investments will be sure to follow. With controlled growth and proper planning, low impact direct investments can bring significant prosperity to the people of Dominica.
My typical advice to Jungle Bay guests and other visitors who express an interest in acquiring real estate in Dominica is to explore the island inside and out to make sure that it is the right fit for you. Dominica is quaint and charming and even a little magical however if you come from the "impatient" tribe that are accustomed to instant gratification, the Nature Isle might not be the ideal fit for you. If after exploring (maybe your second or third trip to Jungle Bay) you decide that "this is it", Dominica is your "Nirvana" then here are some factors you should consider:
Children of La Plaine help save the critically endangered sea turtles Since 2004, Glenda Raphael of Jungle Bay has been organizing a beach clean-up which draws dozens of children from La Plaine and the surrounding villages. Children learn about turtle biology then clean up bags and bags of potentially hazardous trash from the beach. This is an important activity which helps to protect the turtles from becoming entangled in debris and from choking on things like plastic bags which they often mistake for jelly fish. After the clean-up activity, children played in the black volcanic sand beach and had a contest to built life-like sea turtle sand sculptures.   Keeping La
Plaine Beach clean for the turtles Mango Sorbet Recipe Ingredients *Sugar Syrup Place sugar and water in a pot and bring to a
boil, until sugar dissolves
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Awards & in the Media The September 2007 issue of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine honored Jungle Bay as winner of the World Saver Awards in the small resort category. Click here to read the article
The July issue of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine featured Jungle Bay and two other properties in a 10-page article by Christian Parenti entitled "Feel Good Caribbean". Click here to read the article The July issue of Travel & Leisure Magazine featured Jungle Bay in a 4-page article by Bill Donahue Click here to read the article
From left to right: Glenda and Sam Raphael, Joanne Hilaire, Francis "brother' Emanuel, Anthea Robinson, Laura Ell Petra Guglielmetti, staff writer for Martha Stuart's Blueprint Magazine wrote an online article on the Martha Stuart Bluelines Blog about her experience being a guest at Rob & Krupa's unique wedding. Read about it here
Retreats at Jungle Bay Jungle Bay has been host to several activities since our last Jungle Journal which of course added some many more people to the Jungle Bay family. Among them are the following groups: The World Heritage Alliance has partnered with the South East Tourism Development Committee (SETDC) and recently spent 2 weeks in Dominica to strengthen the community tourism product and create awareness of this important region which borders Morne Trois Pitons National Park- a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the many outcomes is a website which highlights the unique cultural heritage and natural features that this regions has to offer: http://www.southeastdominica.com The World Heritage Alliance is a collaboration between Expedia, Inc. and the United Nations Foundation in consultation with UNESCO's World Heritage Center. The Initiative aims to raise awareness of World Heritage sites, encourage sustainable travel, and support local economic development. The Nature Conservancy Retreat
Vassar College Field School
A Z Academy
We had a fantastic time at Jungle Bay! I am still trying to hold onto the peace and serenity experienced there. Thank you for putting together such a wonderful and
fun itinerary for us and a special thanks to the staff which really went above
and beyond to accommodate us." ~ Stephanie Hodge Abi Rome Yoga Retreat
Jungle Bay Hosts Corporate Retreats: See more information at: http://www.junglebaydominica.com/meeting.cfm Upcoming Events 11th Annual World Creole Music
Festival in Dominica ~ October 26-28, 2007 Embodying Spirit: A Forrest Yoga
Retreat ~ January
5-12, 2008
Breathe,
Sweat and be Transformed ~ January
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