Recipe Rundown: Executive Chef Fábio’s Signature ‘Zero Miles’ Tuna
New Executive Chef Fábio Fernandes is quickly establishing his presence on the island through decadent dishes at Zing Zing restaurant,…
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Secret Bay Wins “Wow Pick of the Year” in the 2021 Kiwi Collection Hotel Awards
Our team is thrilled to share that Secret Bay has won the preeminent “Wow Pick of the Year” in the…
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Work-From-Villa: Why You Should Make Secret Bay Your Office in the New Year
This past year showed us that the office can truly be anywhere in the world. So in 2021, why not…
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The Perfect Secret Bay Day for Relaxation-Seekers & Adventurers
Among the many characteristics that makes Secret Bay the Caribbean’s most magical destination is the way in which it lends…
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Why Nature-Steeped Wellness is Key to Any Travel in 2021
Our perspectives on life have certainly shifted this year, leaving many of us to value wellness and all that it…
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4 Reasons to Book a Stay in our Brand-New Ti-Fèy Villas
The new year is finally here, and the desire to escape to paradise is undoubtedly high. Lucky enough, we just…
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Press Roundup 2020: Secret Bay in the Limelight
Rising in the press as a destination coveted by honeymoon travelers and luxury adventurers alike, Secret Bay has been celebrated…
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Hotelier Behind Secret Bay, Gregor Nassief, Named Caribbean Journal’s ‘Caribbean Hotelier Of The Year’
We are thrilled to announce that Gregor Nassief, our beloved proprietor at Secret Bay, has been named Caribbean Journal’s ‘Caribbean…
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5 Hideaways at Secret Bay to Snap Your Best Instagram Yet
Dream-worthy vacations are best experienced in the moment, but it’s always wise to have a tangible way to revisit those…
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A Look at Secret Bay’s New Villa Gardens
At the center of Secret Bay’s ethos is wellness inspired by the nourishing elements of nature. And while our prime…
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Meet Secret Bay’s New Executive Chef: Fábio Fernandes
Secret Bay’s new executive chef, Fábio Fernandes, has been passionately building a career in food since he was 12 years…
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Which Nature Island Adventure Are You?
For most, “adventure” is something that allows you to enliven your senses, reinvigorate your soul and open your eyes to…
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Embark on a Caribbean Winter Getaway with Irresistible Last Minute Offers
Now’s the time to embark on the last minute, private villa getaway you’ve been dreaming of. Here at Secret Bay,…
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Six-Star Goes Green: A Look at Secret Bay’s Interactive Sustainability Initiatives
Here at Secret Bay, we’re committed to maintaining the land and sea in the pristine condition in which it was…
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A Complete Guide to Secret Bay’s New Coral Restoration Experience
With Dominica well on its way to becoming the first climate-resistant country in the world, banning single-use plastics and switching…
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Secret Bay Named as a Top Caribbean Resort in the Condé Nast Traveler “2020 Readers’ Choice Awards”
All of us at Secret Bay are thrilled to announce that our six-star, all-villa resort was recently recognized as a…
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Secret Bay Named #5 Luxury Hotel & #9 Small Hotel in the Caribbean in TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice “Best of the Best” Awards 2020
We are thrilled to announce that TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel website, has ranked Secret Bay as the #5 Luxury…
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Mr. Hudson Names Secret Bay the #1 Eco-Luxury Lodge in the World
At Secret Bay, you needn’t forego luxury to do your part in the world and opt for a sustainable getaway….
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A Day in the Life at Secret Bay: Six-Star Luxury Meets Down to-Earth Adventure
Vacationers tend to go one of two routes — luxe or rustic — when planning their upcoming getaways. But here…
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Secret Bay Named Best Hotel in the Caribbean in Travel & Leisure’s 2020 World’s Best Awards
We’re thrilled to announce that Secret Bay has been named the #1 Resort Hotel in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the…
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Secret Bay Names Patrice Van Isacker As Its European Travel Representative
Secret Bay, Dominica’s award-winning, all-villa rainforest resort renowned for its six-star experience, announced today it has named Patrice Van Isacker…
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Three Ways to Make Cookies Like Chef Grant at Secret Bay
For those craving the flavors of Secret Bay, we’re bringing Chef Grant’s top tastes to you. Per the request of…
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Watch: A Window into Secret Bay’s Mystical World
Dominica’s abundance of natural wonders — from pristine beaches to lush rainforests — often leave us speechless. And, while our…
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Why Seclusion is Inherent to a Secret Bay Stay
Here at Secret Bay, we’ve long provided a serene sanctuary where space, seclusion and discreet service offer the most intimate,…
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Escape to Paradise with Our Collection of Virtual Zoom Backgrounds
Wish you were here on the Nature Island? Now you can escape to Secret Bay without leaving the comfort of…
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Secret Bay Launches “Koudmen Kitchen” To Provide Meals For Dominica’s Frontline Healthcare Workers
UPDATE Secret Bay and Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort’s “Koudmen Kitchen,” an initiative committed to serving the Nature Island…
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4 Ways to Find Mind-Body Peace in Nature
Amid these challenging times, it’s crucial to turn inward and address your mind + body connection. But, perhaps the best…
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How to Create the Secret Bay Six-Star Experience at Home
While escaping to paradise might not be in the cards at this moment in time, we hope you can still…
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Secret Bay in the Limelight: A Look at Our International Acclaim in 2019
As we enter a new decade, we can’t help but look back on the exceptional year that Secret Bay had…
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Why a Night at Secret Bay Will be the Best Sleep of Your Life
Of course, vacationing has its infinite perks. But for many, being in an unfamiliar place without your typical bedtime comforts…
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4 Customised Experiences You Never Imagined at Secret Bay
It’s our lifelong mission to curate a stay at Secret Bay that’s uniquely yours. Entirely tailor-made and personalised, your escape…
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Why Every Day is Valentine’s Day at Secret Bay
While Valentine’s Day is undoubtedly the most romantic holiday of the year, we don’t believe grand plans should be reserved…
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New Year, New Travel Trend: An Eco-Conscious Getaway
As we enter not just a new year, but a new decade, we’re seeking out refreshed, forward-thinking ways of initiating…
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How Secret Bay Redefines Romance
Redefine your notion of romance and skip the diamonds this year for intimate, uninterrupted time with your other half. At…
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5 Experiences That Make Dominica a #1 Destination for Healing
If there’s anything we need more of in life, it’s the opportunity to rest, recharge and heal. From its abundant…
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4 Secret Bay Views You Don’t Want to Miss
Just last year, Secret Bay introduced a host of new amenities—as well as a new villa—to the property, bringing to…
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Secret Bay Joins Luxury Boutique Hotel Collection Relais & Châteaux
We are incredibly pleased to share that Secret Bay has been selected to join Relais & Châteaux, the most prestigious…
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Make Your Escape to Secret Bay with New Flights into Dominica
We’re excited to share that new and convenient flights have been introduced to Dominica via Guadeloupe, Martinique, San Juan and…
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Secret Bay Introduces Reusable Glass Bottles to Further Eco-Efforts
As Dominica leads the crusade against single-use plastic, establishing a nationwide ban on plastic and styrofoam food storage containers, utensils…
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Luxury Meets Green: A Look at Secret Bay’s Guest Experience
Secret Bay exists at the intersection of luxury and sustainability. Here, our five-star villa resort seamlessly folds green efforts into…
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Secret Bay Named as a Top 50 Caribbean Resort by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
All of us at Secret Bay are excited to announce our recognition as a top 50 Caribbean Resort in the…
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A Look at Secret Bay’s Sustainability Covenants
At Secret Bay, our mission is, and always has been, to sustain the natural beauty of our land and sea….
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Secret Bay Is Dominica’s Only Green Globe Certified Property
As our private, luxury villa resort consciously works to implement sustainable practices and is located in a country recognized globally…
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Bid on a Secret Bay Getaway & Help Hurricane Dorian Victims
We’re pleased to share that Secret Bay has donated a three-night stay in our magnificent Ylang Ylang Villa to Caribbean…
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Secret Bay Wins “Luxury Boutique Hotel of the Year” in the Caribbean Journal’s Boutique Hotel Awards
We’re thrilled to share that Secret Bay has earned the Caribbean Journal’s coveted title of “Luxury Boutique Hotel of the…
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The Secret Bay Difference: Five-Star Service at its Most Personal
Evolving beyond shared common spaces and one-size, all-inclusive molds, Secret Bay offers luxury residential-style villas that serve as your home…
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4 Videos that Best Capture the Spirit of Dominica
Dominica is truly unique in its abundance of natural wonders, awe-inspiring adventure and vibrant culture. Whether it’s rappeling into the…
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Secret Bay Earns Travel + Leisure’s Prestigious World’s Best Award 2019
We’re thrilled to share that Secret Bay earned a top 10 spot in this year’s Travel + Leisure’s ‘World’s Best…
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An Inside Look at 8 Years at Secret Bay
Secret Bay is celebrating eight years since its opening and, thanks to you, 2019 is topping the charts as our…
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Exploring the Caribbean’s Most Intimate Beach
Elegantly immersed within a clifftop rainforest on the Nature Island, Secret Bay offers a lush sanctuary for guests to fully…
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Watch: The Story of Secret Bay’s Sea-to-Table Cuisine
Popular German travel magazine Grenzenlos – die Welt entdecken’s recent video puts a spotlight on Secret Bay’s “no-menu” concept at…
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Zing Zing Recipe Rundown: Tuna Escabeche + Yellow Split Pea Purée
At Zing Zing restaurant, Executive Chef Grant Lynott is known to captivate the senses of every guest who walks through…
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Fly into a Bird Watching Holiday at Secret Bay
With temperatures ranging from the high-60s to the low-80s all year long, the island of Dominica has a consistent tropical…
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Video: A Glimpse of Secret Bay’s In-Villa Experience
Our recent video shares a glimpse of Secret Bay’s in-villa experiences, showcasing the breadth of opportunities offered within each villa’s…
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Travel + Leisure Photographer Noe DeWitt Shares How He Got the Secret Bay Cover Shot
In addition to Secret Bay’s cover story in Travel + Leisure’s April 2019 issue, renowned photographer Noe DeWitt recounts his…
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Secret Bay Takes to the Cover of Travel + Leisure Magazine
It is an honor to share Secret Bay’s recent cover and feature in Travel + Leisure’s April issue, in which…
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Find Love in Secret Bay’s Zabuco Honeymoon Villas
Enter one of Secret Bay’s Zabuco Villas and you’ll feel as if you’re floating above the world in an airy,…
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Venture into Dominica’s Lush Rainforest on Secret Bay’s Indian River Cruise
If you’ve ever wished to feel transported to an otherworldly realm right here on earth, look no further than Secret…
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Delve into the Depths of Dominica on an Unforgettable Canyoning Excursion
Dominica’s lush, unspoiled landscape offers endless depths of natural wonders to discover, revealing a seemingly new world with each excursion….
READ MOREGlobal Acclaim Illustrates Why Secret Bay is a 2019 Must-Visit Destination
Have you heard that Caribbean Journal ranked Secret Bay as the #1 coolest Caribbean hotel to visit in 2019, or…
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Embark on a One-of-a-Kind Culinary Adventure at Secret Bay’s Zing Zing Restaurant
Here on the Nature Island, adventure extends beyond Dominica’s 365 meandering rivers, rushing waterfalls and unspoiled turquoise waters. In fact,…
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Executive Chef Grant Lynott’s Vision Behind Secret Bay’s New Zing Zing Restaurant
Hailing from the winelands of South Africa, Executive Chef Grant Lynott has taken the reins at Zing Zing restaurant, where…
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Which Secret Bay Villa is Your Villa?
While all of Secret Bay’s villas share an alluring, architectural stature within the Dominican rainforest—complete with gourmet kitchens, private plunge…
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Secret Bay Q&A: Meet Our New General Manager Dinesh Kissoon
No stranger to island life, Secret Bay’s new General Manager Dinesh Kissoon has spent the last ten years in hospitality…
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A Warm Welcome to Secret Bay’s First Guests
November 1, 2018 was an incredibly special day for us at Secret Bay. Not only did we celebrate our reopening,…
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Press Pours In: Why Now is the Time to Visit Dominica & Secret Bay
Embraced by foliage that seemingly grows by the minute, rushing waterfalls that captivate even the most well-traveled, pristine beaches that…
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The New & Best Flights for Getting to Dominica This Year
Here at Secret Bay, our Travel Concierge is dedicated to finding you the best flights and making your trip to…
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Secret Bay Ranked as #4 Best Caribbean Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
All of us at Secret Bay are delighted to announce our recognition as the #4 “Best Caribbean Hotel” in the…
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A Peek Inside Secret Bay’s New Zing Zing Restaurant
Rendering by NoTriangle Studio In anticipation of our reopening in November, we’re offering an exclusive first look at Secret Bay’s new…
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An Exclusive First Look at Secret Bay’s New Gommier Spa
Rendering by NoTriangle Studio The much-anticipated Gommier Spa will soon be amongst the most coveted destinations at Secret Bay. In this…
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4 Guest Love Stories in Anticipation of Secret Bay’s Romantic Reopening
This summer, as we countdown the last 100 days until Secret Bay’s reopening—with a host of new romantic amenities—we’re also…
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Dominica Bans Plastics on Route to be the First Climate-Resilient Country in the World
While the fight against single-use plastic has garnered worldwide attention over the past few months, Dominica is taking the…
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Inside Secret Bay’s Romantic New Amenities
Just like that, we’re 100 days away from reopening our doors at Secret Bay. And with a host of new…
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Secret Bay’s Newest Architectural Villa Now Accepting Reservations
Secret Bay is experiencing a romantic renaissance and we want you to be one of the first to love, dream,…
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A Secret Bay Q&A With Captain Don
Amongst Secret Bay’s friendliest and most celebrated team members is Captain Don—a true prodigy of the Caribbean Sea. From…
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Dominica’s Most Awe-Inspiring Attractions Reopen
Just in time for Spring, several of Dominica’s most astounding sites have reopened. Mother Nature seems to work in mysterious…
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A Unique Eco-Travel Experience from Secret Bay
All of us at Secret Bay are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Volunteer Abroad package, offering a…
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Former US President Clinton Asserts Dominica Can Lead the Way in Producing Clean Energy
Dominica is entirely ahead of the curve with respect to its practice of sustainable tourism, and Secret Bay in…
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A Look at the Worldly Acclaim Secret Bay Received in 2017
And the award goes to…Secret Bay. While Hollywood just celebrated an illustrious award season, the hotel industry, too, has one…
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Secret Bay to Welcome Back Guests with Updated Accommodations and New Amenities
Our vision has always been to create a home away from home amongst the wild rainforest cliffs of Dominica and…
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How to Help Neighboring Caribbean Islands in Aftermath of Recent Hurricanes
While Dominica fared well in Hurricane Irma’s path in August 2017, Hurricane Maria—which forcefully struck just one month later—left a…
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Romantic Tourist Features Secret Bay in Top 3 Most Romantic Boutique Hotels
The Romantic Tourist, a renowned romance guide that features premiere experiences for honeymoons, weddings, proposals and more, has featured Secret…
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Colombian Freediver Sofía Gómez Uribe Sets World Record in Dominica
As of recent, acclaimed Colombian Freediver Sofía Gómez Uribe competed in the Dominica Dive Fest–the longest running scuba dive and…
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Secret Bay: A Choice Hotel for Coffee Lovers
They say the closer you are to the source of your food, the better it tastes. At Secret Bay, we…
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Secret Bay Named a World’s Best Honeymoon Hotel by CNN
On the heels of being named the World’s Best Boutique Hotel, CNN News has caught wind of Secret Bay’s matchless…
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Redefining the Caribbean Family Summer Vacation
As summer nears, a simultaneous sense of calm and excitement imbues the air; adults and children alike begin to anticipate…
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The Best Caribbean Honeymoon Is An Adventurous One
Today, honeymooners are looking for more than just sitting poolside while sipping an umbrella drink. They want experiences, to travel…
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Enliven All of Your Senses with 5 Secret Bay Experiences
See Colorful Marine Life on a Snorkeling Excursion Dip into the teal-blue realm just beyond Secret Beach and set your…
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Secret Bay Named One of “The World’s 100 Greatest Hotels” by Flight Network
Flight Network is comprised of a highly-regarded team of travel experts and judges who search far and wide to discover…
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Secret Bay, above all other hotels throughout Dominica, sustains all that the island stands for: a locale of uncorrupted beauty….
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What Makes Secret Bay a Top Destination for Families in the Caribbean?
Secret Bay is akin to a treasure chest: when you come upon the resort, it feels as though you’ve struck…
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Caribbean Journal Names Secret Bay Best Dominica Resort
The Caribbean Journal recently awarded Secret Bay the number one spot on its list of the five best Dominica resorts….
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Secret Bay Named 2017 Traveler’s Choice for Best Romantic Caribbean Hotel by TripAdvisor
In addition to being voted into the top 1 percent of hotels worldwide and taking the renowned ranking of #5…
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Secret Bay Named 2017 Traveler’s Choice for Best Small Caribbean Hotel by TripAdvisor
Secret Bay has been voted into the top 1 percent of hotels worldwide with a renowned ranking of #5 amongst…
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Secret Bay Guest Videos Chronicle Idyllic Post-Retirement Vacations
If Secret Bay is known for one thing, it’s providing a tailored experience in an idyllic environment, well-suited to romance…
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Bid on a 3 Night Secret Bay Stay to Benefit Those Affected by Hurricane Matthew
Secret Bay is auctioning a 3-night stay in a double occupancy bungalow — a $2,500 value — to help provide relief for…
READ MORE10 Reasons to Visit Dominica in 2017 from the World’s Top Travel Media
Dominica, The Nature Island of the Caribbean, is a beautiful unspoilt natural paradise with a vibrant culture and an idyllic…
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Secret Bay Named the Americas’ Best Honeymoon Hideaway 2016
Alongside the foremost award of World’s Best Boutique Hotel 2016, Secret Bay has been awarded the distinction of Best Honeymoon…
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Secret Bay Named World’s Best Boutique Hotel 2016
We are delighted to share that Secret Bay has been awarded the distinction of “World’s Best Boutique Hotel” 2016 by…
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