“Galletas! It’s time to make galletas!” And so the excitement and energy escalate as the kids rush around the Learning and Community Center of Sandy Bay on the island of Roatan. First, they wash their hands, having been taught the importance of good hygiene and encouraged to practice good habits. And then they take their […]
Category Archives: All About Roatan
Information about moving to Roatan or traveling to Roatan, including events, insider tips, and recommendations.
I visited the Garifuna Cultural Center in Roatan back in December (formerly known as the Flamingo Cultural Center). Since we’re not traveling anywhere now (or in the near future) I want to shine a light on the amazing work this organization is doing on the island. When it’s safe to do so, please, go visit! […]
The best expat destinations depend on your preferences. But I’ve lived in 2 very popular ones, so here’s a comparison of Roatan and Malta.
Random surprise: Some stranger posted our episode of House Hunters International in Roatan to YouTube! Although, he did mislabel it so it says it’s an episode in Paris. Paris, Roatan, same same right?? Anyway, it’s been quiet around here for no particular reason, which may soon be explained. But, in the meantime, please enjoy this […]
I posted this piece on Women Who Live on Rocks last year, and it recently popped up again to make me smile. Island life is full of quirks, giving road directions is merely one tiny example of the fun you can have trying to make sense of living on a small rock in the sea.
If you are traveling to Roatan, you have countless options to choose from for accommodations. If you like the beachfront hotel or resort idea, check out this article for my recommendations.
Roatan residents are incredibly community-oriented, ensuring that new transplants to the island are welcomed and that neighbors are supported for the greater good. You can see from the number of posts I’ve done on fundraising events and community gatherings that this isn’t a one-off annual charity event kind of place. Roatan is filled with people […]
I get lots of questions about West End vs. West Bay…where to stay, what’s available, what are the costs, etc. To help answer some of those questions, I wrote this quick guide highlighting the key similarities and differences between the two popular areas.