Hi Angela, Actually NYC is one of the easiest start-points for getting to Dominica. Have you looked at Jet Blue via San Juan or St Lucia or AA via San Jan? Also check out Norwegian Airlines. They have very cheap fairs to the French Islands - Martinique and Guadeloupe. From their you can fly or take a ferry. Kind regards, Kate

Hi, thanks for the inquiry. Our cottages are all open-fronted, which means they have no closed wall on the side facing the view. So, no, none of them have air conditioning. Just cool mountain breeze.

We, too, visited in December and much of the island seemed to be doing fine. However, along the main road connecting the northern and southern ends of the island on the western side several bridges were washed out, but crews were working constantly and had build detours that kept traffic moving. As the previous reviewer said, the damage seemed to be highly localized, so I'd try to touch base with the property you're planning to stay at to ensure everything is in good shape in that particular region.

Hi, Keith has covered this answer beautifully. We are working around our guests comfort as much as possible with the construction of the restaurant. Some of the cottages are quieter than others. As Keith mentioned, the noise is mostly limited to hours when guests are out and about exploring. Although we have had some guests spend the day in their cottages and say that the noise did not really bother them. The building will be closed this week so most work from now on will be on the interior of the restaurant and therefore much quieter. We have a wonderful masseuse who can come and give a massage in your room. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Kind regards, Kate and Patrick