ROATAN HONDURAS
Roatan is the largest and most developed of 8 islands that are collectively
known as Las Islas de la Bahia. Roatan is located 40 miles northeast of
mainland Honduras in Central America. It's also the Caribbean's best
kept secret. If you're looking for lush rainforests, pristine beaches,
world-class diving and warm, friendly people, you'll find it all and more
here. The year-round climate is usually in the warm '80's.
The island is a mere 28 miles long and less than four miles wide at its
widest point. The island contains only one major paved road, so its
impossible to get lost. The world's second largest barrier reef lies just
100 yards offshore, making diving and snorkeling the top of the list for
activities.
LANGUAGE AND CURRENCY OF ROATAN HONDURAS
Spanish is the official language of Roatan, though English is more widely
spoken also. Both U.S. dollars and the lempira are widely accepted as
currency.
SHOPPING
The best shopping can be found in the lively crafts market set up directly
in front on the port facility and at West End Village.
SAFETY TIPS
Safety is not an issue on Roatan, but invisible sand fleas and flies can be
terrible. Apply bugspray before stepping off the ship.
ROATAN HIGHLIGHTS
WEST END VILLAGE
West End is the most tourist-centered part of the island. Here you'll find
the best selection of shops, restaurants and bars. West End does not
have a bank so remember to bank in Coxen Hole. Catch a cab from the
dock to West End, but negotiate a rate beforehand. Expect a hair-raising
taxi ride, especially if the roads are wet.
WEST BAY BEACH
The island's most beautiful white sand beaches are located at West Bay
Beach. To get there, catch a taxi from the port or a water taxi from West
End Village. Good snorkeling is possible right offshore since the living
coral reef is located a short swimming distance from the beach.
FOSTER'S BEACH RESORT-WEST BAY BEACH
Foster's Beach Resort, located on West Bay Beach, offers day-passes to
cruise ship passengers for a reasonable $25-$35 per person, including
transportation to and from the ship. This rate also includes use of a
regular motel room or cabana for the day.
www.fostersroatan.com
SANDY BAY
Sandy Bay is the center of Roatan's cultural activities. This area contains
the Roatan Museum, the Institute of Marine Sciences, the Carambola
Gardens, and marinas.
DIVING AND SNORKELING
Roatan's barrier reef is home to endless marine life, including tropical
fish, coral, sponges, dolphins and whale sharks. In the event of a
decompression emergency, Roatan has a decompression chamber at
the Episcopal Medical Center in Coxen Hold.
FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS
THE DOCK
Most ships dock at Coxen Hole, the capital of the Bay Islands. Coxen
Hole offers a variety of banks, restaurants, and tourist shops.
Roatan is the largest and most developed of 8 islands that are collectively
known as Las Islas de la Bahia. Roatan is located 40 miles northeast of
mainland Honduras in Central America. It's also the Caribbean's best
kept secret. If you're looking for lush rainforests, pristine beaches,
world-class diving and warm, friendly people, you'll find it all and more
here. The year-round climate is usually in the warm '80's.
The island is a mere 28 miles long and less than four miles wide at its
widest point. The island contains only one major paved road, so its
impossible to get lost. The world's second largest barrier reef lies just
100 yards offshore, making diving and snorkeling the top of the list for
activities.
LANGUAGE AND CURRENCY OF ROATAN HONDURAS
Spanish is the official language of Roatan, though English is more widely
spoken also. Both U.S. dollars and the lempira are widely accepted as
currency.
SHOPPING
The best shopping can be found in the lively crafts market set up directly
in front on the port facility and at West End Village.
SAFETY TIPS
Safety is not an issue on Roatan, but invisible sand fleas and flies can be
terrible. Apply bugspray before stepping off the ship.
ROATAN HIGHLIGHTS
WEST END VILLAGE
West End is the most tourist-centered part of the island. Here you'll find
the best selection of shops, restaurants and bars. West End does not
have a bank so remember to bank in Coxen Hole. Catch a cab from the
dock to West End, but negotiate a rate beforehand. Expect a hair-raising
taxi ride, especially if the roads are wet.
WEST BAY BEACH
The island's most beautiful white sand beaches are located at West Bay
Beach. To get there, catch a taxi from the port or a water taxi from West
End Village. Good snorkeling is possible right offshore since the living
coral reef is located a short swimming distance from the beach.
FOSTER'S BEACH RESORT-WEST BAY BEACH
Foster's Beach Resort, located on West Bay Beach, offers day-passes to
cruise ship passengers for a reasonable $25-$35 per person, including
transportation to and from the ship. This rate also includes use of a
regular motel room or cabana for the day.
www.fostersroatan.com
SANDY BAY
Sandy Bay is the center of Roatan's cultural activities. This area contains
the Roatan Museum, the Institute of Marine Sciences, the Carambola
Gardens, and marinas.
DIVING AND SNORKELING
Roatan's barrier reef is home to endless marine life, including tropical
fish, coral, sponges, dolphins and whale sharks. In the event of a
decompression emergency, Roatan has a decompression chamber at
the Episcopal Medical Center in Coxen Hold.
FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS
THE DOCK
Most ships dock at Coxen Hole, the capital of the Bay Islands. Coxen
Hole offers a variety of banks, restaurants, and tourist shops.
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