Take A Break From Winter on Honduras' Roatan Island

[Sandra & John Scott]

Roatan, one of the Bay Islands just off the north coast of Honduras has long been a favorite of the dive crowd, but Turquoise Bay is great not only for divers but also for leisure travelers.  Located on the North Coast on a beautiful bay protected by a long reef, guest can go diving and snorkeling but also kayaking, jet skiing, or just lounge on the beach or by the pool.  Turquoise Bay is set on a hillside with spectacular ocean views. The protected bay means the water is calm - perfect for swimming and kayaking. Beach lovers will enjoy the private, 500-foot white-sand beach with palapas and palm trees offering shade. There is a beach bar, lounge chairs and a volleyball court. Turquoise Bay is the only dive resort in this lush and remote area of the island offering guests the opportunity to dive uncrowded, pristine dive sites.

The accommodations are excellent, with each room having a distinct and unique character. The resort has a total of 26 rooms nestled decorated with signature items from each Central American country. There are 20 rooms in hillside bungalows set amongst palm trees and tropical gardens. Enjoy spacious rooms with stylish Caribbean décor and views of turquoise waters and the white sand beach from your private terrace. For guests who want to be closer to the dive shop, pool or beach there are six rooms in their "Central America" building. At Turquoise Bay Dive & Beach Resort you will enjoy individual and personal service that only a small dive resort can offer. Their friendly local staff takes pride in getting to know their guests and making them feel at home. Enjoy full waiter service at your beach chair and poolside. Whatever you desire, the concierge at Turquoise Bay will assist you. For more information check turquoisebayresort.com

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