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| Posted On: | 23-Feb-2005 |
| From: | "Kevin Heckendorn" [khecken.....com] |
| Subject: | [roatan] Paradise Lost |
Well, I've been sitting back and observing the conversations in this forum for about four or five months now, and like many I was impressed with the helpful nature and friendly advice that was freely given to those of us that have begun to discover, but have yet to actually visit the Bay Islands. For me it was an educational process that just seemed to get better and more exciting with each day and for that I want to thank all of the regular contributors. My wife and myself are/were seriously contemplating a trip in July or August (have to see how the tax man treats me before I can firm anything up) and it seemed that the only real decision left was exactly when and where? Coral Beach Inn I really think we would enjoy meeting Sandy and Waylon, I certainly enjoy her posts. Bananarama It sounds like Ron has a very nice place and though we are not divers . maybe it's time to try it out. Also we must see West Bay beach and visit the West End, we like to party too! Maybe Judy's Fantasea in Sandy Bay for some seclusion, relaxation, and romantic sunsets. I'm not sure how or if we will make the right choice but we definitely want to stay with one or more of the folks that have taken their valuable time to contribute to this forum and discover for ourselves the island that many refer to as paradise. Could we two fortysomethings really buy a small piece of property on an unspoiled Caribbean island? Could we possibly hope to actually someday retire, at least part time, in paradise? Can this dream really come true? It all seemed amazingly within reach but now I see all of the recent posts on the escalating crime problem on Roatan. Where did all of the "friendly locals" go? I wouldn't be so concerned if we were talking the petty thief or pick pocket but these stories of masked gangs with guns is down right scary. When the people that live there are arming themselves for protection (not an option when you are a tourist), and talking about a drug related crime wave with the authorities generally uninterested in confronting it .. I have to ask myself is this really where I want to spend my vacation, let alone invest some money? Is there a future left in Roatan? Last evening after reading the latest group of posts my wife flat out said she would not go - "Let's go back to the all inclusive in Mexico, I felt safe there" were her words. I don't want to over react and yes I know "crime is everywhere" but there is a definite sense in these posts that this situation is different for Roatan and escalating quickly. Rape and murder are not to be taken lightly. Is Paradise really lost? K http://www.roatanet.com To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/roatan/ roatan- : | |
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