Roatan Island Honduras - Father of Tourism
Submitted by: Bill Brady
Bill Brady arrived on Roatan as a Peace Corps Volunteer in February of 1971.
Following is his story of Paul Adams
The Father of Tourism in the Bay Islands
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After being on the island for a few weeks getting settled & meeting people, I decided to take a walk to the north side of Roatan. I had heard reports that a man from the U.S. had started a resort in an area called Sandy Bay. I was intrigued...
At that time there were only a few vehicles were operating on the Island - most going to and from the dirt airport strip. That's why I decided to walk, and as it turned out, it was a walk I would never forget. |
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Enjoy our sandy beaches for long walks and the extended pier for easy access to the reef. Sun, swim or read in the shade. Toast the sunset and watch the stars at night.
Roatan's Sandy Bay reef attracts spotted eagle rays, a wide variety of fish, star fish, orange sea horses, and sea turtles...come see them for yourself!
Take advantage of our jungle trails, private community pool, 24/7 guards, and Blue Parrot Restaurant by the road. Sleep well in our comfortable, clean, and spacious private homes!
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