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What is the name of Roatan International Airport?

The Roatan International Airport (RTB) is responsible for nearly a quarter (23%) of the air traffic flowing into the country of Honduras. Also known by its proper name, the Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) was named after a Honduran president.



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The Roatan International Airport (RTB), which is also known as the Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport receives almost a quarter of the air traffic of Honduras, and many regions (including Canada) have recently launched direct flights to the island.

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The Utila Dream ferry boat terminal is remarkably close to the airport. Once you have cleared immigration and customs, a 5-minute taxi drive will have you at the ferry terminal.

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Home to the world's second largest barrier reef, Roatan is a playground for scuba divers, beach lovers, and—of course—cruise ships, which call on this stunning little 40-mile-long island.

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1. Port of Puerto Cortes. Port of Puerto Cortes happens to be the only deep water port in the whole of Central America. It's also one of the region's best equipped and largest ports.

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Best Place to Stay in Roatan Two main areas appeal in Roatan - West End and West Bay - and this is where the majority of island visitors will stay. A third area, Sandy Bay, is worth mentioning, as it's well-liked by ex-pats, but hasn't become a hotspot for tourists - although this may soon change.

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The reality is that Roatan is an island, and almost everything consumed here is imported. Our food, products and supplies had to undergo a much longer journey to make it to our happy island, and therefore that drives up the price of just about everything.

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Our answer is YES. In general, Roatan is a safe island, however, theft can be an issue, as it is in many tourist areas.

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A week in Roatan is the perfect amount of time to explore the island without feeling rushed. Most of the tourist traffic comes from cruise ships, but I think 8 hours isn't enough time to get a real taste of the island.

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If you're a budget traveler, you can expect to spend around $30 to $50 per day in Honduras, including accommodation, transportation, food, and activities. On the other hand, if you're more of a mid-range traveler, you might want to budget around $70 to $100 per day.

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Which is better is entirely up to you – if you're looking for more nightlife, stay in West End. If you're looking to relax on the beach all day every day, stay in West Bay. If you're SCUBA diving in Roatan, stay anywhere you'd like!

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Here are the basics: West End Village has a paved road lined with shops and small hotels, while West Bay is a larger area comprised of West Bay Beach – filled with resorts and hotels – and the surrounding neighborhoods offering a multitude of vacation rental properties.

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