Secret Bay

I visited secret Bay from March 22 to March 29, traveling on the nonstop United flight from Newark to Dominica. Taking care of the pre-arrival online immigration form, is a huge advantage. I was through immigration in less than five minutes. Luggage was on the carousel. A non-pushy porter was at the ready, assisted me with my bags and we exited the airport terminal. And Tyrone from Secret Bay was waiting in line to drive me to the resort. Airport transfers were included they were private. Never been to Dominica, Ty gave me a brief overview on the way to the resort, including a quick drive-through Portsmouth, the closest town to the resort. Without going through a play-by-play of every moment of every day, which I very easily could do, I’ll state a few aspects of my visit. I’ve been very fortunate to have traveled to several islands in the Pacific, including Hawaii. I’ve been to the People’s Republic twice and some tropical areas in Asia. The week at Secret Bay, was simply spectacular. I do not believe in all my travels. I had a more relaxing week away. Secret Bay, with no cliché, is a secret solitude that is unmatched in the Caribbean probably let alone in the Western Hemisphere. I believe there are more employees than guests. The grounds are so meticulously maintained. I’m a single traveler, I had Ylang Ylang One Villa. Martina was my villa host. I cannot speak more highly of her. She was so incredibly gracious, it’s beyond words. Yet unimposing. Tina made sure that I had fresh fruit, local snacks. Tina as well arranged my schedule to service the villa both morning and evening. Things I didn’t even ask for and I really didn’t request anything, I had anyway. There was nothing to request. The villa was spotless. The outdoor living area with the breeze off the mountains, it’s hard to explain unless you experience it yourself. Bath facilities were immaculate. A large soaking tub. I did not use the tub per say, however it was incorporated into the shower. Which had a rainfall head which was refreshing. The plunge pool outside, completely private was, again just spectacular. I was in and out of the pool several times a day. Private lounge chairs were adjacent. I cannot stress enough regarding privacy. This is delicate to mention, I am not a “naturalist” nor is this resort intended to be represented as such, however you needn’t be concerned whatsoever if you chose to not wear swim attire on your villa property to sunbathe, etc. Wildlife, unbelievable. I was fortunate on three occasions at dusk to see several parrots fly by. There were no mosquitoes, or insects of any kind, at least that I saw. The whole property is built onto the mountainside. It was a great walk back-and-forth from my location to the main building where the restaurant is. Although if you’re staying out farther away, there are golf carts and drivers at your disposal. Anywhere on the vast resort you’d like to go. The restaurant from breakfast throu