Fun in a Caribbean Paradise - Roatan, Honduras

Some highlights of the trip for me personally were the food, and the water. This island has an amazing ocean that is laden with ocean life to both explore and eat. Of course, it has something to offer the non-aquatic audience. There are many quaint shops, bars, and restaurants on the West side, and some hiking and other activities elsewhere. Roatan is quickly becoming a favourite vacation spot throughout the world.

Quick Tips:

Favourite places to eat are on the West end. If you want to party, go to the West end, Coxenhole can be a little dangerous at night. If you want to snorkel go to West Beach. For culture, visit the main town, Coxenhole, and also go south for a mangrove tour - which is definitely a must. The amount of money seems to dwindle as you go south. In the town of Jonesville, (mangroves) you will see some crazy architecture, and lots of pirate caves. oh... p.s. The locals say to carry money with you - the Policia aren't that friendly all the time!

Best Way To Get Around:

SCOOTERS! because of the many potholes, using a car can be a little rough. The scooters down there are about 100cc - twice as powerful as any of the ones that are usually legal... so they are loads of fun. The island is small enough to navigate on these things.

A cute 'community' style resort type hotel. A little pricey for some of the hotels down there, but the owner is an awesome guy. They have an amazing restaurant right on the water, very romantic. They serve an awesome coconut and blackened grouper. Close to everything... nightlife, beach, food, shopping.

Right on the beach, and always busy. A favorite of a lot of tourists. They play modern music, and the owner can SHAKE IT! Bar tenders on the island work for tips.

The main attraction in Roatan is the diving and snorkeling. An amazing, live reef encompasses the entire island! Apparently the third largest in the world, after Australia and Belize. Wreck diving, and deep water is available.