chilly

"Carcharias" <carcharias66@**********> wrote in message
news:1191361649.066661.258440@19g2000hsx.********* ********...
> I am going to Roatan in a bit and have some questions. I've been doing
> web research but am seeing some contradictory information and was
> hoping you could help.
>
> 1. Can I get by with dollars my entire trip (assuming I bring lots of
> small denominations)? It sounds like it's a hassle to exchange money
> and I can't do it in advance as I'm not finding anyone who can provide
> the Honduras currency.

I've never had to have Honduran money before I arrived. I pay with US, I
get back lemps in change. My experience has been consistent with others
that travel to Roatan and expats that live there.

> 2. Are there grocery stores there? I'm just going there to snorkel and
> would like to be able to just buy groceries and save money that way.
> Not interested in dining out or bars.

Yes, there are. Where are you staying on Roatan?

> 3. Do you need any kind of visa? I had heard there was some kind of
> change recently but am not sure what it was.

Neither am I. I've never needed a visa prior to entry.

> 4. What's a good guide book for Roatan? As mentioned, I'm mainly
> interested in snorkeling and things more nature-oriented.

Sorry, can't help you there. In the past I've just cruised the web and
found everything I needed.

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