Roatan, a hidden paradise in Central America!

jueves, 28 de mayo de 2009

Th eBay Islands of Honduras offer a very different world from that of mainland Honduras. The Islands history, which include many disputes between the Spaniards and the British during colonial times, with the British actually controlling the islands a unique heritage. The are several islands within the department, with three larger ones being the most popular with tourists: Utila, Roatan and Guanaja. English is so widely spoken in the Islands, the some people don’t even speak Spanish, despite the fact that this is the oficial lenguaje of Honduras.

Getting to the islands is an easy task these days: Islena Airlines, Sosa Airlines and Atlantic Airlines have service to all three major islands on a regular basis, in addition, Roatan has ferry, both of these from La Ceiba. For Shedules you can check our section at the front of this guide.

Of the three islands, the largest, and most developed for tourism is Roatan. Roatan is a long island, measuring almost 40 miles in length and with a total landmass of 49 Square miles. The island has a mountainous backbone and is totally surrounded by coral reefs, ofering superb diving as well as excelent fishing.

More info: Guajira