Saturday, November 28, 2009
Roatan Island Honduras Local Updates
“Tid-Bits”-
1- In last months Newsletter I suggested some places to stay. There are of course many depending on your desires, standards and budgets. On the Luxury end of the spectrum, remote but still “close in” is one of my favorites. Barefoot Cay Resort is an intimate luxury retreat, including a private 4 acre cay, on the south side of Roatan. We offer beachfront bungalows and villas, and oceanview loft accommodations, with Heavenly beds, fully equipped kitchens, A/C, TV/DVD, high speed internet and courtesy cell phones. Resort amenities include on-site PADI 5 Star IDC dive center, Barefoot Divers, spa, dining services, fitness room, pool, kayaks and more. For more information, visit our websites, www.BarefootCay.com and www.BarefootDiversRoatan.com
2-More new store openings at the new “Mega Plaza” Mall. Medi Centro has opened an office there. This is a satellite branch of the best hospital in LaCeiba. They send to the island all the medical specialists that you will find there. All speak English and certainly nice to lift the level of access to medical care on the island. Also new is a computer store, an optician, an industrial cleaning supply location, “Animal Kingdom” for a Vet, pet care and supplies. Things are really shaping up there. Although most places are rented out, I would think they will be in full swing pretty shortly.
3- Aeromedical Services S.A. Policy
Aeromedical Services (AMS) is a new medical air ambulance service available for the Bay Islands. This is a membership service that supplies helicopter evacuation services for medical emergencies. They are in process of
putting together their website but they do have an “e-brochure”. If you wish a copy outlining their program
email them directly here for a copy- aeromedservices.s.a@westnet.com.au
4-As most of you are aware Roatan is part of a poor country. The upside to investors is that often comparatively things like property taxes are very low. That said often people are called upon to help out with things like schools supplies, medical supplies for the hospitals and clinics and other organizations in need. In this instance I would like to ask for help for the local Law Enforcement. A new organization has been set up that meets each Wednesday at Pineapple Villas in French Harbor called “Crime Watch”. The goals in this instance is to enhance the ability of the local law enforcement through the purchase of much needed gear and supplies. At this time about $30,000+ dollars has been donated and the group is in process of the purchase of three used Ford Crown Victorias, 50 sets of shoulder attached radios that will have the ability to have officers communicate with each other from one end of the island to the other, much needed computers and office supplies, forensic and finger printing equipment and many other items. The goal at this time is $60,000 financially and the end results they are hoping for will enhance the security of the island keeping all more safe and secure. Please visit this site and if you have the ability lend a helping hand. http://www.roatancrimewatch.com/projectsecure/
1- In last months Newsletter I suggested some places to stay. There are of course many depending on your desires, standards and budgets. On the Luxury end of the spectrum, remote but still “close in” is one of my favorites. Barefoot Cay Resort is an intimate luxury retreat, including a private 4 acre cay, on the south side of Roatan. We offer beachfront bungalows and villas, and oceanview loft accommodations, with Heavenly beds, fully equipped kitchens, A/C, TV/DVD, high speed internet and courtesy cell phones. Resort amenities include on-site PADI 5 Star IDC dive center, Barefoot Divers, spa, dining services, fitness room, pool, kayaks and more. For more information, visit our websites, www.BarefootCay.com
2-More new store openings at the new “Mega Plaza” Mall. Medi Centro has opened an office there. This is a satellite branch of the best hospital in LaCeiba. They send to the island all the medical specialists that you will find there. All speak English and certainly nice to lift the level of access to medical care on the island. Also new is a computer store, an optician, an industrial cleaning supply location, “Animal Kingdom” for a Vet, pet care and supplies. Things are really shaping up there. Although most places are rented out, I would think they will be in full swing pretty shortly.
3- Aeromedical Services S.A. Policy
Aeromedical Services (AMS) is a new medical air ambulance service available for the Bay Islands. This is a membership service that supplies helicopter evacuation services for medical emergencies. They are in process of
putting together their website but they do have an “e-brochure”. If you wish a copy outlining their program
email them directly here for a copy- aeromedservices.s.a@westnet.com.au
4-As most of you are aware Roatan is part of a poor country. The upside to investors is that often comparatively things like property taxes are very low. That said often people are called upon to help out with things like schools supplies, medical supplies for the hospitals and clinics and other organizations in need. In this instance I would like to ask for help for the local Law Enforcement. A new organization has been set up that meets each Wednesday at Pineapple Villas in French Harbor called “Crime Watch”. The goals in this instance is to enhance the ability of the local law enforcement through the purchase of much needed gear and supplies. At this time about $30,000+ dollars has been donated and the group is in process of the purchase of three used Ford Crown Victorias, 50 sets of shoulder attached radios that will have the ability to have officers communicate with each other from one end of the island to the other, much needed computers and office supplies, forensic and finger printing equipment and many other items. The goal at this time is $60,000 financially and the end results they are hoping for will enhance the security of the island keeping all more safe and secure. Please visit this site and if you have the ability lend a helping hand. http://www.roatancrimewatch.com/projectsecure/
Labels: International Real Estate, Roatan Honduras, Roatan/Retirement/Real Estate Investment/Off Shore Baby Boomers/Caribbean
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