The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has announced enhanced travel options for international visitors and diaspora communities seeking to attend Mas Domnik 2026, the nation’s premier carnival celebration. Ogelly Moses, Festivals and Events Assistant at the DDA, outlined comprehensive air and sea connectivity measures during a weekly carnival press conference held Thursday.
Addressing historical travel challenges, Moses confirmed that ferry services remain operational via FRS Express Des Iles, creating maritime connections through Martinique, Saint Lucia, and Guadeloupe. Multiple airline partnerships have been established to improve accessibility, including Caribbean Airlines (through Trinidad), Inter-Caribbean Airways, WinAir (via St. Martin), and reactivated LIAT services offering a 20% discount on direct flights to Dominica during the carnival season.
Additional air access includes Contour Airlines from Puerto Rico and St. Thomas, American Airlines from Miami, and United Airlines servicing the Tri-State area. Sunrise Airways is providing a 10% seasonal discount exclusively through mobile app bookings.
Beyond transportation logistics, Moses highlighted Dominica’s unique natural attractions, including waterfalls, geothermal hot springs, and rainforest ecosystems, positioning the carnival as both a cultural event and ecotourism opportunity. The official concluded with acknowledgments to sponsors, artists, and community organizers while emphasizing commitments to safe and responsible celebrations that showcase Dominican culture globally.