Thinking Roatan Might be for Us

[Rgr7111]

My Wife and I are planning a vacation/scouting trip to Roatan late winter/early spring 2021 as we think it fits our requirements for a retirement location. We’ve loved Puerto Rico but want something OUS and, from what we’ve seen, Roatan looks like an ideal location.

We are looking at a two phase transition, as we still have a few years before we can move from Texas. First, we want to find a property easy to rent when we’re not there, and second we would like to find a place for us as a family retreat and permanent home.

A few questions as we plan our first trip:

1. Where best to stay on a first visit to Roatan?
2. Advice on realtors - who would you recommend?
3. What locations are good for rental property?
4. How best to see what Roatan has to offer, with becoming residents in mind?
5. We love boating, fishing, snorkeling, and eventually Scuba - what kind of boats are recommended, is it better to keep it at a marina or private dock, any other boating related advice?

Just want to come with some education, to make the most of the trip. Looking forward to getting there and experiencing what Roatan has to offer!

Cheers!

[RoatanSupport]

Hi @Rgr7111

Roatan is a beautiful destination to live. Your questions are frequently asked by visitors and as a community, here you will find a lot of information about the island. Below, you’ll find important information of topics already discussed in the community.

Many of the most exciting activities are free and right on the water. But there are a few activities which you might not know about:

Recreational Activities

Hello @Bkjacobs There are many activities to do on Roatan. I’ll share a link to the topic that the community has previously discussed: Roatan Annual Events. Also, you can check our website to see things to do and the annual events on the island: https://roatan.online/things-to-do-in-roatan/ https://roatan.online/roatan-annual-events/ You can find extreme sports on the island as well, such as mud racing, Go-karts tours on mudding pits, ATV jungle tours, hiking on Camp Bay, Kitesurfing, and mo…

Things To Do — ROATAN

Places to stay and moving to Roatan:

Where to rent in Roatan

Hello @johntimber, and welcome to the Forum! There are a few neighborhoods which might fit the “car-free” requirement: 1) Sandy Bay, West End, and there are a few neighborhoods outside of Coxen which would give you quiet you are after. My first thought, however, was to move east if you’re looking for true silence. Oakridge and Jonesville are two good areas with easy transportation access to French Harbour. When are you are on the island next?

Moving to Roatan full time!

My girlfriend and I visited Roatan for the first time about two weeks ago and absolutely fell in love. The island, the culture, the food, the weather (yes even the humidity lol)… but most importantly - THE PEOPLE. In just one week we met some of the most amazing people, both locals and expats, who were so generous with their time and knowledge. Our trip was part vacation and part exploratory - Roatan was on the short list of places that we wanted to move to. So we saw everything from new builds …

and don’t forget to visit our website for more information about the island

ROATAN

Also, you can send me a private message with your email, I’ll recommend you a realtor that will help you with all the process.

[Sage]

Hello, we just purchased a home in Sandy Bay. We can’t move down for a few years, just like you, but wanted to get it now. Sophia Fedio with Roatan Life Real Estate was our agent and I can’t say enough good things about her. She worked with us for an entire year looking for the perfect place, most of that time we were back in the states. She really goes over and above for her clients.

We picked Sandy Bay because of the close proximity to the fun stuff to do in West End and West Bay, but still felt like a neighborhood as opposed to being overrun with tourist.

Good luck!!

[Rgr7111]

Thank you for your recommendations and thinking on where to live. Looking forward to getting to Roatan seeing it in person!

[CzarGnzz]

dear @Rgr7111 as a Honduran national who has moved to Roatan after 15+ yrs, I welcome your decision to visit, remain and eventually stay.
I will be able to refer you to the optimal options in regard to real estate, accommodations and other services if you write to my email : roatanlawyers@gmail.com For ethical reasons I cannot publicly recommend either or in a competitive vibrant business environment.

[Rgr7111]

Thank you for these helpful threads!