Dominica Tour 2013

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Adventure Weekend is here again from Friday January 18th to Monday January 21tst 2013, 3 days and 3 nights on Dominica, The Nature Island and includes 3 nature walks, the Carib Village tour with lunch, exploring Roseau on Market Day, Saturday the 16th, and meeting and interacting with the locals. We take care of all the details. Space is limited so book now.

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