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Roatan Gazette provides you with all the information that you need to know about Roatan Island. From the best restaurants in Roatan to the latest happenings in the property and Roatans Real Estate market, lifestyle in Roatan; you'll find it here at the Roatan Gazette. Roatan news that you can trust.

  • Roatan is still a great investment
    If you believe the media, the financial world is about to end. Forget your dreams of achieving greater wealth-if you even hope to survive, you'd better squirrel away every dime you can find. I say baloney !

    You'd never guess it from listening to the media..... we recognize that our slowing economy is a natural part of the wealth-creation cycle. I know how to adjust your plans to minimize risk and find your piece of paradise for you....!

    Most people you know spend more time planning a vacation than invest in planing their financial freedom. ( Is it any wonder that they're baffled by how to deal with our current economies woes ? ). But if your willing to give me a chance to prove it to you...I'll make sure that 4 things will be achieved....

    1.) Find your perfect property.
    2.) Get you a strong investment.
    3.) Produce a detail action plan with the strategies to achieve your goal.
    4.) Make your investment a peaceful and a successful one.

    The choice that any investors will make during the next 12-months will be critical to their success and survival in this economy..... And the first choice an investor need to make is whether to learn more about Roatan market/economy/politics...( which take time/energy/money ) or choose the perfect realtor that as this experience for you...one that you can trust too... If you are ready to invest in paradise....( and continue thriving no matter what happens with the economy ).... I want to meet you....



  • Also in fall 2010?



    Black Pearl Golf Course should be open to golfers? Located on more than 400 + acres on the north shore of Roatan . Also Pristine Bay Resort , witch will consist of a large marina, a Club House, a village and an Hotel Resort has lots, villas, condos for sale also??

    For more info, please contact Montreal Bob at montrealbob@roataninterest.com

  • Upcoming development





    Roatan new high end Resort

    Great news?? Nikki beach Hotel groups will open the finest upscale resort here in Roatan. Past French Harbour on the north Shore. They schedule to open in the fall of 2010 and started their sale already ! This trendy top end resort will bring new standards in the tourist industry of Roatan. It main attraction will probably be it?s Nikki beach lounge and the beach? A future great place to be ?..

  • Where to stay in Roatan?
    Honduras is a magical land of Mayan Culture. It has forest full of jaguars, toucans and monkeys and hillsides with settlements. Copan was the primary Maya Cultural area which spread gradually to other places. The coral reefs in and around the Bay Islands are spectacular. If you are looking out for a retreat to this wonderful island for some time, you are welcome. It is advisable to take a note of the places of accommodation before you set out. And if you feel you can afford a five star vacation, here is some important information on the five star accommodations in Roatan.

    The Anthony?s Key Resort has been there since long serving up the spirit of the place with the coral reefs, the dolphins, the beautiful gardens matched with the hospitality and comfort. This resort is designed by Nature and tranquility is the inbred part of it. This formula of peace and privacy along with comfort and hospitality drives visitors to this resort always.

    The Lost Paradise Inn is located in the West End Village. This is a fairy nook on the sandy beach with coconut trees and a quiet bay sheltered by a barrier reef and washed by the warm inviting waters around. They provide you with luxurious cabins and excellent service. It is a comfortable respite from the stress and strain of the busy world into the bosom of nature and a comfortable hideaway in particular. The visit to this resort is unforgettable and so is your stay at this enchanting island of Roatan.

    There are the La Quinta Hotels and the Bay Islands Beach Resorts to name a few more. All these accommodations present amenities and luxuries of a 5 star accommodation with suites, furnishings and upholstery in great grandeur. There are arrangements for outdoor activities like snorkeling and scuba diving. Life had never been as pleasant as it is while enjoying a 5 star holiday at Roatan, the tourist?s paradise!



  • After retirement make Roatan Island your home!
    If you have just retired and you are thinking of having a little Paradise of your own which could also be your home after retirement, think of Roatan Island in the Caribbean Sea in Honduras. Roatan offers you a heaven on earth with the beaches, the warm tropical sun, the water splashing on the beach and the exquisite coral reefs in the world. If you say you have never heard of Roatan before, that?s not surprising because this beautiful oasis island is a sort of waking up to the new world.

    Roatan is an island, whose barrier reef is the second largest in the world. It has a history steeped in pirate lore. The island went over to the Spaniards and the English after it finally got its independence in the year 1821.

    There is a lot of land clearing going on with the building of the residential areas happening fast. There are improper methods of sewage and garbage although there has been several efforts by the organizations to reduce the effects. An environment friendly system as well as water and energy conservation system is carried on.

    If you are dreaming of a happy and exciting life after retirement you are welcome to stay at the cabanas near Sandy Bay in Roatan. These are built with pine cabinets; French doors, and wooden shutters. The furniture is made up of Sunwood, Mahogany or Honduran Pine. There are bedrooms and bathrooms and living space with a small kitchen area. These are 2 units side by side duplex and there is a loft for accommodation and storage. The place is furnished with microwave, stove, bedside tables, chest of drawers and all possible amenities to make your living comfortable. You can inquire about the price on the internet.

    There are health care centers, public utilities and road systems but if you choose to stay here you must look forward to the natural charms and the simplicity of life that would engulf you. It is a true retreat for the retired people to the wilderness and the sea where sea turtles lay eggs on the golden beaches and you get to sit together and watch the sunset and the sunrise on the sea. It would be best to learn Spanish if you choose to make this your retirement home at last.




  • Details about Roatan Airport
    The Roatán International Airport also known as Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport is located in the island of Roatan in Honduras. It controls international as well as national air traffic in the Roatan Island. The airport is so names as the former President in Honduras.

    The four international airlines operating in Honduras are

    • Toncontín International Airport

    • Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport

    • Golosón International Airport

    • Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport losón International Airport



  • Weather in Roatan
    Roatan which is located in the Caribbean seas in Honduras enjoys a tropical maritime climate all the year round. The northern part of this island is humid and hot and the regions near the coast are cool as the sea breeze is strong in this region. The Southern part is dry and hot unlike the hot and humid north and the central area is the coolest because it is raised much above the sea level. The wet months in Roatan are between August and December. So if you are looking forward to a holiday full of sun and merriment at the beaches and lots of scuba diving and snorkeling fun in the island, you should be there between January and July to avoid the wetter months.

    Honduras offers a favorable weather throughout the year. You can wear light cotton clothes all through the months. If you pay a visit to the central region you can do well with a jacket or a sweater. While on the beach sunscreen creams, hats and sun shades are a must have. In the wet months, umbrella and raincoats are to be carried.



  • Vacation Rentals at Roatan
    As you all know, the Roatan Island located in the Carribean seas is a tourist?s paradise. Among the wilderness of the sea, the flora and the fauna, you get lost in the bosom of nature. If you are planning a holiday that is all to yourself and very private and unique you can look for renting an apartment. You could go for something in luxury or in budget. It could be located on the beach or on the hill side with a view of the ocean. It could be also something secluded and distant away from the humdrums of life. There is something in place for you in Roatan, whichever is your choice. Let us explore a few options to find out the types of vacation rentals available.

    The Casa De Paradise on the Roatan West Bay Beach is the finest resort on Roatan. It is a few steps away from the Caribbean, and a short distance from the coral reefs. You can choose a luxury spacious room and you can also find scuba diving shops and great restaurants in the vicinity.

    On the west bay, the Roatan Life Vacation Rentals has good infrastructure and an educated staff with local knowledge. There are people who take the stress away and you can bask in the pleasures of this paradise for some time.

    The Tropical Rez offers excellent information on vacation rentals, car rentals, and other activities you can enjoy in Roatan. You can organize your dream vacation well by staying at the vacation rentals here.

    There are other vacation rentals like the Bai Bai House which has a tall ceiling plan to give you that lofty, cool feel, the kitchen that is fully equipped, the dining area and the air-conditioned bedrooms. It is all made for you to unwind yourself! The West Bay Village is a compound consisting of villas on the beach, the marine park in the vicinity and with arrangements for snorkeling and swimming. When you are there at the Roatan Vacation Rentals, you are in for some great entertainment, the beach, the sun and also a lot of night life. Don?t miss this chance of visiting this natural tourist?s paradise.



  • Why a Vacation Rental?

    Hurrah...Your 3 week vacation has been approved...and your already packing your bag. But hang on a moment my dear. Have you planned your vacation yet? Where are you going? What's your accommodating going to be like? How are you going to get there? Well, the list seems endless. But if you tackle it step-by-step, it's pretty simple.

    Now your accommodation, is what I am concerned about. So I am listing some of the many advantages of why you should rent a vacation home.

    • You have all the advantages of having a home away from home. All the amenities of your home, cable television, internet service, a nice kitchen with all the necessary stuff that needs to be there ? fridge, micro, gas. So that you can cook your own meals and don't have to get fed up with eating out or ordering take-out.

    • With a vacation home, you have plenty of space. So you can invite guests over, do a bit of entertaining.

    • With your own place, you have privacy. You don't have those nosy receptionists at hotels who are constantly observing who you are with etc.

    With so many benefits, is it a difficult choice to make?? Vacation rentals provides you with excellent amenities and every possible luxury. So, why a vacation rental? I'd say, why not??



  • Why a Vacation Rental?

    Hurrah...Your 3 week vacation has been approved...and your already packing your bag. But hang on a moment my dear. Have you planned your vacation yet? Where are you going? What's your accommodating going to be like? How are you going to get there? Well, the list seems endless. But if you tackle it step-by-step, it's pretty simple.

    Now your accommodation, is what I am concerned about. So I am listing some of the many advantages of why you should rent a vacation home.

    • You have all the advantages of having a home away from home. All the amenities of your home, cable television, internet service, a nice kitchen with all the necessary stuff that needs to be there ? fridge, micro, gas. So that you can cook your own meals and don't have to get fed up with eating out or ordering take-out.

    • With a vacation home, you have plenty of space. So you can invite guests over, do a bit of entertaining.

    • With your own place, you have privacy. You don't have those nosy receptionists at hotels who are constantly observing who you are with etc.

    With so many benefits, is it a difficult choice to make?? Our vacation rentals provides you with excellent amenities and every possible luxury. So, why a vacation rental? I'd say, why not??