"Adventures in Paradise (aka Roatan)" Isla de Roatán by Dionosaur

Isla de Roatán Travel Guide: 340 reviews and 703 photos

Unspoiled tropical paradise

A few years ago a friend went scuba diving in "Honduras" and told me about the great diving in the area. It sorta stuck in my head, so after returning to the US when planning my next dive vacation, I looked it up and found the island of Roatan. I have to admit that I was a bit nervous about the trip, as I usually know more about my destination and know people who have been there. But it must have been fate because from the moment we arrived, I fell in love with this charming island paradise.

We were greeted at the airport by the friendly people from Anthony's Key Resort who helped us get through customs and provided us with transportation to the resort. Unfortunately it was fairly dark at the time so we would have to wait until morning to truly appreciate the beauty of the island.

The next morning when we got our first view of the island and the resort, we weren't disappointed. Anthony's Key Resort is a very well run dive resort with great food and absolutely gorgeous views. I don't think we could have picked a better place.

Roatan has no huge resorts with pools and room service, but for beautiful scenery and rustic island charm, it can't be beat.

Reviews (4)

View from the restaurant - Isla de Roatán

Too beautiful Warnings Or Dangers (2)

WARNING!! Visiting Roatan can make you very depressed when you have to leave! more travel advice

Anthony's Key private island - Isla de Roatán

Simple Pleasures Hotels (1)

I have been to Roatan 3 times and I have stayed at AKR all 3 times, so I cannot compare it to other places on the... more travel advice

Snorkel/Dive Things to Do (1)

If you enjoy snorkeling or diving you will have lots of opportunity to do so in Roatan. The water is warm, clear and... more travel advice

Bring bug repellant Warnings Or Dangers (2)

About the only bad thing about Roatan is the abundance of mosquitos and no-see-ums. So don't forget to bring bug... more travel advice

Travelogues (3)

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Comments (6)

RickinDutch Apr 5, 2006 at 12:09 PM Report Abuse

Snowing here in Alaska today & 34F. Your photos made it that much easier to take! Birthday greetings from the Aleutians!
Sininen Apr 5, 2006 at 1:27 AM Report Abuse

Hello Dion! Lovely page on Roatan! Hope you get to move there one day. Happy birthday from Finland!
matcrazy1 Jan 7, 2006 at 4:29 PM Report Abuse

Great colours of sky and clear water. Good accommodation tip, a bit expensive place though :-)
Hermanater Apr 5, 2004 at 12:41 PM Report Abuse

Looks like a great place to visit.....
Goner Mar 29, 2004 at 9:15 PM Report Abuse

Your pictures of Roatan are gorgeous, I think you have found paradise. Too bad about the little deer.
TinKan Oct 12, 2003 at 12:31 PM Report Abuse

Enjoyed the pictures and the stay. The critters were fun to see and play with.