19 May 2021
May 2021
GEMS Holdings Ltd has appointed Molly McDaniel Public Relations (MMPR) to support its PR and marketing efforts in the United Kingdom and Europe for the stunning Secret Bay, The Residences at Secret Bay, and the historic Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort on the unspoilt Caribbean Nature Island of Dominica.
With pristine rainforest, a river for every day of the year, waterfalls, national parks, volcanoes, white and black sand beaches and a vast array of soul-restoring excursions and authentic experiences, Dominica provides the perfect tonic to lockdown fatigue and the opportunity to reconnect with family and friends to create enduring memories. As an island, Dominica is less-touristed than other Caribbean islands making it extremely appealing as a destination in the post-pandemic travel sphere, providing incredible, immersive experiences in nature and accommodations that have social distancing in their DNA.
Secret Bay is a six-star, all-villa rainforest retreat nestled in lush vegetation on the outskirts of the north western town of Portsmouth. Named the #1 resort in the Caribbean in the 2020 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, and a member of Relais & Chateaux since 2019, Secret Bay features secluded clifftop residential-style villas with private plunge pools, dedicated villa hosts, on-call concierge, chefs and guides, hidden beaches and transformative, individually curated experiences—from holistic Stay-Well programme incorporating treatments at the Gommier treetop spa to thrilling canyoning, scuba diving and hiking adventures, and culinary journeys at the “no menu” experiential Zing Zing restaurant.
Sustainability is at the core of Secret Bay's ethos. Each free-standing villa has been constructed using sustainably sourced hardwood and local building methods that ensure minimal impact to the surrounding rainforest. Green Globe certified, Secret Bay has been actively involved in launching numerous bio-diversity projects including coral restoration and a villa garden initiative as well as introducing numerous measures to reduce waste and conserve natural resources.
The Residences at Secret Bay is a limited collection of architecturally stunning villas within the gated haven of Secret Bay. The resort has long been praised for its artful fusion of high design, local craftsmanship and authentic, individually curated guest experiences, and buyers now have the opportunity to secure their own sustainable luxury vacation home complemented by the resort's incomparable service and world-class amenities—all set on Dominica, one of the Caribbean's most sparsely populated, environmentally conscious and culturally rich islands.
Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort offers comfortable and affordable accommodations replete with Caribbean charm. Set on the waterfront in the heart of the island's capital of Roseau, Fort Young was first built as a fort in 1699 on the south west coast of the island but became a hotel in 1964 keeping as much of the original historical building as possible. In addition to its 11 freshly revamped oceanfront guest rooms, the hotel features an on-site restaurant, multiple bars, a waterfront swimming pool and Jacuzzi, and meeting spaces. Renovation work on a further 29 guest rooms will be completed by July, while a brand-new, state-of-the-art gym and the renovated Zemi Spa will be opening soon with a range of rejuvenating and relaxing treatments. Popular with divers and adventurous families, the resort is ideally situated to explore the Nature Island's vibrant culture, adrenalizing activities and some of Dominica's most admired attractions.
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Morne Trois Pitons with its luxuriant tropical forest and scenic volcanic features is just a short drive away. The national park is punctuated by precipitous slopes and deeply incised valleys, 50 fumaroles, hot springs, three freshwater lakes, a 'boiling lake' and five volcanoes. Trafalgar Falls, Emerald Pool, Kalinago Territory and other popular island attractions are also within easy reach which means you can spend a day fully immersed in nature—swimming with the whales perhaps or rappelling down a waterfall—and return to the comforts of your room, the hot and cold Jacuzzis, soothing spa, and a rum punch at Warner's Bar.
Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is also the only property on the island with a full-service scuba diving programme providing one of the world's premier dive experiences. Divers from all over the world come to experience the Champagne Reef—a natural wonder resulting from bubbles rising up through the sand from underwater hot springs, evidence of the island's volcanic origins—and numerous other world class dive sites and attractions such as forested coral gardens, seahorses, frog fish and sperm whales. Services include PADI certification courses for Open Water Divers, and introductory dives for those wishing to have a taste of the scuba diving experience before committing to a full course.
For more press information contact:
Molly McDaniel
Tel. +44 (0)7776 511 000
