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Search 23 islands by vibe, season, language, or sustainability.

Eco-luxurySailing hubsFrench CaribbeanLow hurricane riskOff the grid
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Dominica

Windward Islands

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Antigua

Leeward Islands

Side-by-side comparison of logistics, sustainability, seasonal intelligence, and vibes.

Why Dominica?

The Nature Island — boiling lakes, 365 rivers, and the Caribbean's last untouched frontier.

Why Antigua?

365 beaches, Nelson's Dockyard, and the sailing capital of the Caribbean.

Eco Rating

5/5

5 green initiatives

3/5

3 green initiatives

When to Go

Dominica

high
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Antigua

high
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best monthsRainy season

Vibes

Eco ConsciousAdventureOff The Beaten PathDiving SnorkelingWellness SpaBudget Friendly
Family FriendlySailingLuxuryAll InclusiveRomanceCultural Heritage

Shared vibes are highlighted

Logistics & Geography

🇩🇲 Dominica🇦🇬 Antigua
CapitalRoseauSt. John's
Population74K101K
Area751 km²440 km²
Sub-regionWindward IslandsLeeward Islands
CurrencyXCD (USD accepted)XCD (USD accepted)
Driving sideLeft (UK-style)Left (UK-style)
PowerType D/G · 230VType A/B · 230V
Emergency999911
LanguagesEnglish, Kwéyòl (Dominican Creole)English
AirportsDOM, DCFANU
Coral reefhealthyat risk

Green Initiatives

●Morne Trois Pitons National Park — UNESCO World Heritage Site
●Climate Resilient Nation initiative
●Waitukubuli National Trail — 115 miles
●Kalinago Territory — indigenous governance
●Geothermal energy development at Wotten Waven
●Barbuda Frigate Bird Sanctuary
●Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO Site
●Ban on single-use plastic bags and styrofoam (2016)

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