The Beloved ‘Nature Island’ Landmark Resort is Marking the Significant Moment with Savings, a Soiree, a Series of Events and More
Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort, Dominica’s landmark waterfront hotel and dive resort located on the Caribbean coast amidst the Nature Island’s vibrant capital city, Roseau, is excited to announce it is celebrating its 30th anniversary with multiple events, special offers and experiences. The festivities kick off October 1 and will include a series of on-property events — from happy hours and karaoke nights to the culminating commemorative soiree on November 23, 2019. In addition to numerous celebrations, the resort is offering a variety of celebratory-worthy specials and packages.
“We’re thrilled to punctuate this momentous milestone with staff, locals and guests, and honor all those who have been a part of Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort as it has endured and evolved over the years,” said José Abreu, the hotel’s general manager. “Though I’m relatively new to Fort Young, I’ve long known about the hotel’s impeccable reputation and rich history. To see it celebrate 30 years is a testament to how truly unique and beloved it is by having done things consistently well.”
30th Anniversary Offers
30% Off Best Available Rates — Guests receive 30% off all room categories when they book between October 1 and November 30, 2019 for travel through November 30, 2020. Blackout dates apply.
30th Birthday Special — Individuals celebrating a 30th birthday enjoy one complimentary meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) at Palisades Restaurant, while their guests receive 30% discount (valid up to 20 guests). Offer valid October 1 – November 30, 2019.
30th Anniversary Special — Couples celebrating a 30th anniversary receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine and 30% off consumptions at Palisades Restaurant. Offer valid October 1 – November 30, 2019.
Staycation Special — Locals receive a special discount, inclusive of breakfast, starting at EC $300.00/night. Book October 1 – December 15, 2019, with travel November 1 – December 15, 2019. Local ID must be shown upon check-in. Late check-out complimentary up to 2pm; check-out after 2pm will be charged EC $60.00.
Dive Perk — Dive guests receive a complimentary lunch box or buffet lunch. Book October 1 – November 30, 2019, for travel through November 30, 2020.
Group Dining — Corporate and event groups of up to 30 people receive 10% off dining. Valid on reservations through November 30, 2019.
Group Functions — Group functions of 20 persons or more booked before October 31, 2019 for events December 1-31, 2019 receive a complimentary welcome cocktail.
Annual Independence Gala — The first 30 individuals to purchase tickets for the grand Independence Gala celebration on November 3 receive a 30% discount.
All offers can be booked by emailing [email protected].
30th Anniversary Events
30th Anniversary Soiree — Join Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort at Palisades Restaurant on November 23, 2019 to celebrate the hotel’s 30th anniversary with food, drinks and fun. Light bites will be served. For tickets, email: [email protected]
Additional events will include happy hours, brunches, karaoke nights and more through November 2019. For a complete list of events, please visit: https://www.fortyounghotel.com/30th-anniversary-events/
Following Hurricane Maria, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort launched several notable updates, including the addition of Jacko’s, a poolside bar, an expanded boardwalk, a relaunched Palisades Restaurant and a new dive operation, Fort Young Dive, which runs daily dives departing directly from the hotel’s shores.
The New Fort Young & Dive Resort
Details about the hotel’s forthcoming enhancements will be discussed at a November 29, 2019 press conference. This includes an October 2020 re-launch of the fort rooms with 60 new rooms with modern amenities and spectacular sea and mountain views, bringing the total room count to 100; state-of-the-art fitness center featuring eco-friendly equipment; holistic spa and yoga deck; kids club; business center; new bar and lounge; 200-seat conference room; 250-seat sun deck for weddings and other events; and, three new meeting rooms. The hotel will also refresh its 40 existing oceanfront rooms with upgraded furnishings, bathrooms and amenities. Upon completion, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort will be a 4-star property.
Much of the building’s original integrity has been maintained and continues to be an integral part of the hotel. Notably, the building’s 200-year-old cellars, which will be transformed into a retail space, along with a wine and rum cellar. The seaside hotel will also have an art gallery designed around one of the structure’s longtime artifacts — an 18th century wood oven. This space will serve as a platform for local artists and artisans who will have an opportunity to showcase their work at private events.
Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort embraces a rich and soulful history as a cornerstone of the island. While the hotel first opened in 1964, the land upon which it sits dates back to 1699, when it was the country’s major military installation. Ruins of the old fort still remain, including cannons and original stonework that are located in the foyer and the entrance’s courtyard. Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort reopened in 1989 under new ownership, but with the same original spirit. Despite the devastation from Hurricane David in 1979 and Hurricane Maria in 2017, Fort Young Hotel has endured, remaining one of the island’s most important and renowned landmarks.
Situated on the waterfront, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is the country’s only downtown hotel, affording guests unmatched proximity to the Nature Island’s vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, exhilarating activities and some of the island’s most prized attractions, like Trafalgar Falls, Middleham Falls, Freshwater Lake, segments of the Waitukubuli National Trail, and world-renowned diving. Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort offers a luxurious sense of seclusion, fine dining and meeting facilities. Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort can be reached at 767-448-5000 or [email protected].
