| Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE | | | | Southwest along the corner of the island is Coxen |
| MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 | | | | Hole, the capital of the Bay Islands and a must-visit |
| /* Style Definitions */table.MsoNormalTable | | | | place for every tourist. Apart from the airport and |
| {mso-style-name:"Table | | | | ferryboat docks, Coxen Hole houses a number of |
| e-qformat:yes;mso-style-parent:"";mso-padding-alt:0in | | | | banks, restaurants, souvenir shops, hotels and |
| 5.4pt 0in | | | | discotheques. Sandy Bar is the focal point of |
| theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:"Times | | | | Roatan's cultural activities. The Roatan Museum, the |
| New | | | | Institute of Marine Science, and the Carambola |
| idi-font-family:"Times New | | | | Gardens are other local attractions. |
| Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} | | | | As regards the wonder spots of Roatan, one can |
| Exotic beaches, jungle-clad hills, warm hospitality, | | | | never give a miss to its barrier reef- the second |
| extraordinary cultures, adrenaline rushing activities like | | | | largest in the world, lying just 100 yards off the shore. |
| scuba diving, mountain biking, sea-kayaking, and the | | | | Snorkeling offers a wonderful opportunity to |
| inexpressible Caribbean charm with the gift of | | | | experience marine life from close proximity. Species of |
| inexpensive accommodation- can anyone dream of | | | | coral, tropical fish, and aquatic animals lie beneath the |
| such a travel destination without the rush of tourists | | | | clear sea-waters waiting to be gazed by the |
| and the haggling of the local traders? The fact is, such | | | | snorkelers. Some of the best catches include tuna, |
| a place does exist and is safely sheltered in the heart | | | | Wahoo, Merlin, and bonefish. |
| of the Caribbean. Rightly called the 'Jewel of the | | | | For those who prefer exploring the island without |
| Caribbean', Roatan welcomes you to discover its | | | | indulging in adventurous activities, Roatan car rentals is |
| breathtaking natural beauty, lined with coconut trees | | | | the most plausible choice. Rental agencies can be |
| and the lapping shores of the sea. White-sand | | | | found almost everywhere on the island. These |
| beaches, blue waters, and hammocks between palm | | | | agencies provide all the detailed maps and information |
| trees - you are instantly transported into Trance | | | | on how to explore the island in the best possible |
| Exotica! | | | | manner. The West End also offers abundant Roatan |
| Roatan is steeped in Caribbean culture and history. | | | | scooter rentals. Rental cars of variable qualities are |
| The English-speaking population comprises a mix of | | | | also available near the airport and through hotels, with |
| African, Spanish, Paya Indian, and British cultures. This | | | | prices starting around US $60. However, it is best to |
| unique blend of different cultures introduces tourists to | | | | settle the prices before hiring the rental services. Once |
| rich traditions. The island is approximately 28miles long | | | | everything has been finalized, get set to lose yourself |
| and four miles wide allowing easy road navigation. | | | | to the exotic charm of Roatan. |