Roatan SECOND ANNUAL "End of Summer" Single's Week and "Fun in the Sun" Party Sept 5-Sept 12, 2009. Only a maximum of 40 spots available! Don't Miss Out!!
Note: Important Ongoing Trip Updates at the end of this post...please scroll to the bottom to keep checking and to keep current.
Background:
Hey, it's ourSECOND ANNUAL End of Summer Singles Week in Roatan over Labor Day Weekend! And what better way to end summer but to have a HUGE DIVING PARTY! This party will feature some SURPRISE guests and really cool SPECIALS...so Stay Tuned!
Roatan is renown for its easy but beautiful diving, offering walls, reefs, swim throughs, and shorediving for all skill levels! We are staying with Bay Island Beach Resort an all inclusive resort that feels like your very own Caribbean Home away from Home for an incredible Holiday package price! The package includes 3 boat dives a day...and UNLIMITED SHORE DIVING on the Renown Housereef "Spooky Channel" as well as Events, activities, local orphanage crab races fundraiser, all inclusive, with chances for free upgrades to OceanView rooms for only $925 + tax =$1092 d/o or $1125 + tax = $1328 s/o! (See Full Price Details Below.) And get this...massages available in your room or do a fabulous SHARK DIVE or DOLPHIN DIVE or explore the country side in a canopy tour and MORE! You've got to check this one out...Adventure and Pampering for economy pricing! NOW THAT'S A SINGLE'S WEEK!!!
Package Overview (See full pricing/term details below):
Sept 5th -Sep 12th with optional days on the front or backend...world class diving off the island's famous house reef The Spooky Channel RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE RESORT...3 Boat Dives a Day, UNLIMITED SHORE DIVING, chance for free upgrades to OceanView rooms for early full paid bookings, ALL inclusive...only $925+tax=$1092 d/o or $1125+tax=$1328 S/O!!! or a CONDO ROOM for $1000+tax=$1180 d/o or CONDO ROOM for 1400+tax=$1652 S/O or TBD approx...$779 + tax or $919 non-diver rate. Book and pay in full by Jun 22 and receive a chance to win Free Upgrades to OceanView Rooms and more! SD will guarantee a same sex roommate for Sep 5- Sep 12. We will help you find a roommate for an additional days but will not guarantee same sex nor a roommate at all. Please post if you are staying extra days so others will know too!
Availability by Room Type:
Single Rooms: 3 pd - 3 reserved - 3 rooms allocated
Double Occupancy/Rooms: 6 pd - 7 reserved - 06 rooms allocated
Rooms Still Available: 0 d/o
PLEASE NOTE THAT ROOMS AND SPOTS ARE NOT REDUCED UNTIL WE RECEIVE PAYMENT.
So don't miss THIS Adventure Packed Singles Week! Only 40 spots MAX!
Who's Going:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench - TX, D/O, Trip Paid in Full - Nitrox PD, Waiver/Survey Arrive 9/5, Dpt 9/12
2. Lynne aka diverLynne - D/O, Nitrox Pd, Paid in Full, Survey/Waiver Rec'd Dolphin Dive Pd (OCEAN FRONT DRAWING)
3. George aka diveteacher - D/O, Nitrox Pd, Pmt $1489.34, Survey/Waiver Rec'd (OCEAN FRONT DRAWING)
4. Tammy aka Landlocked Dive Nut - D/O - Paid $1092, Nitrox Pd, Canopy Tour $55 Pd, Survey/Waiver Rec'd (OCEAN FRONT DRAWING)
5. Stan aka ScubaSki - D/O - Paid $1092, Nitrox Pd, 2 a.m. dives on 9/11, Survey/Waiver Rec'd, (OCEAN FRONT DRAWING)
6. Dan aka Dantheengineer FL - D/O, Standard Room, Paid $1549.07, Nitrox PD, Dolphin Dive PD, Shark Dive PD, Canopy tour PD, Survey/Waiver Rec'd,
7. Mandy aka landlocked - D/O, Pd $1439, Nitrox PD, Dolphin Dive Pd, Canopy tour Pd, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
8. Tim aka Timalso - S/O, Pd $1578, Nitrox PD, Shark Dive PD, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
9. Ari aka vettenorlando - S/O, Pd $1590, Nitrox PD, Dolphin dive PD, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
10. Carla aka rkymtwy - S/O - Pmt $1478, Nitrox PD, Survey/Waiver Rec'd Dolphin Dive Pd Zipline Pd
11. Tim aka Buckeyediver - D/O, Standard, Paid $1439, Nitrox Pd, Dolphin Dive PD, Zip Line Pd Survey/Waiver Rec'd
12. Sanja aka Pices1961 - D/O, Paid $1628, Nitrox PD, Rent-a-Buddy Pd, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
13. Scott aka Gentdiver - D/O Condo, Paid $1180, Nitrox, Survey/Waiver Rec'd Horseback Riding pd $45
14. Jeff aka Seahorsewrangler - D/O Condo, Pd $1572, Nitrox PD, Canopy Tour Pd, Dolphin Dive PD Survey/Waiver Rec'd Horseback Riding pd $45
15. Bruce aka Scubashafer: D/O, Pmt $1242, Nitrox pd, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
16. Keith aka Keith in Tulsa - D/O, Pd $1384, Dolphin Dive, Rent-A-Buddy, Rental Gear (BC, Reg, Weight Belt), Survey/Waiver Rec'd
17. Karen aka Dive Dreamer - D/O, Pd $1289, Dolphin Dive Pd Canopy Tour Pd, Survey/Waiver Rec'd
Deposit Received, Waiting on Docs
17. Luis aka Luis: S/O Condo - Pd $1856.06, Nitrox, Need Survey & Waiver
Checks & Documents In The Mail: (note your name will not be moved to the Who's Going List until we receive both $ and documents. The total numbers for this trip will not decrease until we receive your deposit or payment in full)
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Those Participating in the "Island Time" Costume Contest!!!:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench...while I can't win...I do participate!
2. Stan aka Scubaski
3. Tammy aka Landlocked Dive Nut
Those Wanting to Use Cochran Computers to Aid DAN PDE Research Efforts (Limited # Participants):
1. Kamala aka wreckwench
2. Lynne aka DiverLynne
3. George aka Diveteacher
4. Dan aka Dantheengineer
5. Carla aka rkymtwy
6. Mandy aka landlocked
7. Keith aka Keith in Tulsa
8. Karen aka Dive Dreamer
Those wanting to participate in the Rent a Buddy program (limited # participants) $50 per day or $150 per week:
1. Sanja aka Pices1961 - PD
2. Keith aka Keith in Tulsa - PD
Those wanting NITROX $150
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
2. Lynne aka DiverLynne - PD
3. Tammy aka Landlocked Dive Nut - PD
4. George aka Diveteacher - PD
5. Dan aka Dantheengineer - PD
6. Carla aka rkymtwy - PD
7. Mandy aka landlocked - PD
8. Ari aka vettenorlando - PD
9. Sanja aka Pices1961 - PD
10. Tim aka Timalso - PD
11. Tim aka Buckeyediver - PD
12. Stan aka Scubaski - PD
13. Jeff aka Seahorsewrangler - PD
14. Bruce aka Scubashafer - PD
15. Scott aka Gentdiver
Those Wanting Shark Dive (Price $100 includes transportation):
1. Kamala aka WreckWench - Paid
2. Dan aka Dantheengineer - PD
3. Tim aka Timalso - PD
Those Wanting Dolphin Dive (Price $142 includes transportation... at ARK- LIMITED # SPOTS:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench - Paid
2. Lynne aka DiverLynne - Pd $112
3. Dan aka Dantheengineer - Pd 142
4. Carla aka rkymtwy - PD $142
5. Ari aka vettenorlando - PD $112
6. Mandy aka landlocked - Pd $142
7. Tim aka Buckeyediver - PD $142
8. Keith aka Keith in Tulsa - Pd 142
9. Jeff aka Seahorsewrangler - Pd $142
10. Karen aka Dive Dreamer - Pd $142
Those Wanting the Canopy Tour ( ZIP Line) $55 includes transportation
1. Kamala aka WreckWench - Paid
2. Tammy aka Landlocked Dive Nut - Pd $55
3. Carla aka rkymtwy - Pd $55
4. Dan aka Dantheengineer - Pd $55
5. Mandy aka landlocked - Pd $55
6. Tim aka Buckeyediver - Pd $55
7. Jeff aka Seahorsewrangler - Pd $55
8. Karen aka Dive Dreamer - Pd $55
SUMMARY OF ALL ADD-ON TOURS & ACTIVITIES:
Zip lines: $55 includes transportation (increased)
Shark Dive: $100 includes transportation (no chg)
Dolphin Scuba: $142 includes transportation (increased)
Dolphin Snorkel: $108 includes transportation
Dolphin Encounter: $67 includes transportation (This is where you play with them in the pool.)
Island Tour: $40 per person, minimum of 4
Iguana Farm: $8 admission; transportation $30/van (should be done as part of island tour)
Horseback riding: $45 includes transportation
Carambola Gardens: $10 includes transportation
Butterfly Farm & Bird Park $10 includes transportation
Massages - in room: $60 per hour
Hair braiding: $20 half head, $35 whole head
Ready to spoil yourself? Let us know, and we'll arrange a masseuse for you. We have both a male and female masseuse, well trained and experienced, who will bring their table to your room. Guests tell us these massages are the best they've ever had and I can tell you BURT WAS AWESOME!!! $60 per hour from BURT of $70 per hour from LAUREN.
Those Wanting to have a Massage ...note 6pm is last one before dinner and 9pm is last one of evening ($60 Burt or $70 Lauren per hr):[/color]
1. _________________Sat Sept 5th 4:00 pm- $60 (Burt) - ______________________$70 (Lauren)
2. ________________ Sat Sept 5th 5:00 pm - $60 (Burt) ________________________ $70 (Lauren)
3. ________________ Sun Sept 6th 4pm - $60 (Burt) - ___________________ $70 (Lauren)
4. ________________ Friday Sept 11th 3pm - $60 (Burt) - __________________ $70 (Lauren)
5. ________________ Friday Sept 11th 4pm - $60 (Burt) - ________________________ $70 (Lauren)
OTHER TIMES AND DAYS AS REQUESTED!!! NOTE: Lauren can not come to resort unless she has 3 appts in a row. Burt will come for any number of appointments.
People Wanting to Do a Day Of Arrival Orientation on Sat Sept 5th for $50 split with anyone doing it & $10 per tank OTHERWISE the orientation is on Sunday. (IF A LARGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE DOING THIS IT MAY REQUIRE A SECOND BIBR STAFF PERSON AT $50):
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Full Details & Schedule & Pricing:
Sep 5 Island of Roatan:
Arrival Day for most people. SD is working on several air contracts with AA and Continental...ask for details. Free transfers to Hotel and back. Beautiful Spooky Channel & More shorediving in front of the resort provides world class diving at your fingertips! Motorbike/moped rental available but not needed.
Sep 5- Sept 12 Diving & Fun with Bay Island Beach Resort:
3 dives Daily
1 boat night dive included
Crab Races & Island Party/fundraiser & Pig Roast
Single's Week COSTUME PARTY & CONTEST
Other events...
More details coming soon of daily activities besides diving of course!
Sept 12th Departure for most people:
Package Includes
Standard Rooms D/O $925+tax=$1092 d/o
Standard Rooms S/O $1125+tax=$1328 s/o
CONDO Rooms D/O $1000+tax=$1180 d/o
CONDO Rooms S/O $1400+tax=$1652 s/o
Non-Diver Room D/O $TBD approx...$779+tax=$919 non-diver rate d/o
(7) nights Double occupancy/Twin sharing room with chance for FREE UPGRADE Option to OCEAN VIEW rooms with full booking by 6/22/09!
Breakfast and Lunch and Dinner Daily included
5 Consecutive Days of Boat Diving* (2 tanks in am, 3rd tank in pm, optional 4th drop-off)
and UNLIMITED SHORE DIVING DAILY!
Roundtrip transfers airport to resort and back
Group Assistance with Customs and Immigration
(1) Boat Night Dive INCLUDED
Guided Night Snorkel in the Natural Aquarium Snorkel Trail & Spooky Channel
Air-Conditioned Rooms
Island Party with Pig Roast, Live Music and Crab Races
Hiking
Kayaks
Resort and Island Orientation
Free Welcome Cocktail
Concierge Service for Side Trips, Return Ticket Confirmation, Activity Planning
Massage, hair braiding and other services ON SITE!
Special SingleDivers.com END OF SUMMER Costume Party
Special Happy Hour Events
Great Contests, Activities, Games and Events
Even better prizes and awards!
FREE T-shirt and other great give-aways!
Underwater poker and more!
Lots of 'Meets & Greets' to get to know everyone!
(*if you come in on a Saturday, your package includes boat trips on Sunday through Thursday. Extra boat trips are available for a small fee payable at the resort)
Price Does Not Include:
Airfare to Roatan (RTB)
Rental, instruction and retail charges
Crew/staff gratuities (usually 10-15% of your land pkg cost)
Trip Cancellation/Interruption/Hurricane/Injury Insurance (we STRONGLY suggest you get trip insurance. Self-insurance is for gamblers and thrill seekers! See end of details for links for quotes or to buy online from several excellent suppliers.)
Nitrox Upgrade: TBD....approx....$150 for unlimited fills Eanx32-36
Departure taxes (approx US$34)
Single Supplement Upgrade Including Taxes: $236 (or $1328 total price for the week)
Upgrade to Condo including Taxes: $88 on d/o or $324 on s/o (see summary prices above)
SD's Rent-A-Buddy: Have your own private DM as your dive buddy and coach. Want to polish your skills? Reinforce what you just learned in your certification dives? Improve your air consumption? Then hire a dive coach/private guide for your trip! $50 per day or $150 for the week.
Instruction/Classes will be available on this trip. Please let us know what you are interested in. Classes typically include nitrox, AOW, night, photography, etc.
• TRIP Insurance is OPTIONAL BUT STRONGLY ENCOURAGED. If you miss the Flight to Belize City BZE you should be able to catch a later flight but may have to overnite in Belize City before getting to the island! (see the end of this post for 2 great insurance links)
• DIVE Insurance is MANDATORY! DIVE insurance is VERY inexpensive. Even if you have insurance that you think covers DIVING ACCIDENTS and air lifts…it is CHEAP to get a supplemental policy to ensure you are cared for. (see the end of this post for 2 great insurance links)
Extra Days: See below in red.
Extra Days Pricing:
If arriving early...TBD...approx $145 per night includes boat diving, hotel, all meals, private pre-dive early orientation and taxes.
If staying later...TBD....approx $135 per night include boat diving, hotel, all meals, and taxes.
SPECIAL TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
1. SPECIAL EVENTS & HAPPENINGS: Stay tuned for cool things being planned for this Single's Week!
2. School Supplies: As is our tradition, we take school supplies on our trips to the under-privileged children of the countries we visit while diving. Roatan is no exception and we will have several orphanages to help out. One of the non-diving afternoons, we will take whoever would like to join us and drop off the school supplies to the kids. This can be fairly emotional as I have seen grown men tear up at the look on their faces when the children see us.
So PLEASE keep your eye out for school supplies on sale as these items are extremely expensive in the countries we visit. Remember a child can play with a can or a box and use great imagination pretending it is a castle, fort, car or space capsule. But they can not make do as well when they need school supplies so that they can learn and better themselves.
3.Orphange Crab Races & Pig Roast: Bay Island Beach Resort innovated the now infamous Pig Roast and Orphanage Crab Races where you buy a crab and race it for King or Queen of the CRABS!
The proceeds go to help the children of the islands POOREST orphanage and have helped to buy books, even help them to start to build a real school house! All that and its LOADS OF FUN too! 4. Activities and Fun for Single and Married but Buddyless Divers! Come join in to LOTS of fun in the sun...have fun meeting other single and buddyless divers or pamper yourself a little! There is something for everyone!
How to Book a Spot on this Trip:
1. Post in this thread that you plan to join us and your check or payment is in the mail or on it's way. We'll then put your name on the 'check's in the mail' list. (Please send your pymt asap as we'll only hold your spot for 7 days.)
2. Fill out the Trip Rooming & Diving Survey plus the SingleDivers.com Medical Liability Release which you'll find under "Stuff you need to know for ALL SingleDivers.com trips & activities!" or click here to link to it. (Send a PM or an email to trips@singledivers.com for the password.) Email the survey to trips@singledivers.com.
3. Send your deposit for the trip and/or monies due based upon the payment schedule posted below and payment options. If you need to make special arrangements about payments please contact me and I'll gladly work with you. See below for our credit card authorization form.
4. We need to know when you are arriving & departing, single or double occupancy, if you need rental gear, if doing nitrox, and if using the AA contract. This MUST be included with your initial reservation.
Discounts:
FREE Upgrade Chance to OceanView room or Deluxe room for anyone that pays in full before Jun 22nd (everyone paid in full by 6/22/09 will be eligible for a free upgrade to a deluxe or OceanView Room!)
($25) rebate for SD premier or charter membership
($25) additional active duty military discount (please note we'll need verification of your active duty status. This applies to any soldier of any country that seeks freedom in the world not just the US.)
($25) early payment discount if paid in full by 2/15/09
Price includes cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via paypal or credit card.
Payment Information:
REMINDER.... We have moved our headquarters from Texas to SOUTH CAROLINA!! The Address below and FAX numbers have been changed to show our new information. For Wreck Wench's post about the move information, see here.
If paying via check or money order: Make PAYABLE TO SINGLEDIVERS.COM LLC. We must have your name, address,what you are paying for, screen name & trip name as well as payment summary in the memo section of the check to be credited properly for this trip. Then, send payment along with payment details to:
c/o Kamala Shadduck
SingleDivers.com
732 Dive Buddy Lane
Salem, SC 29676 -- Note: this is our new address!
214-350-7003
kamala@singledivers.com
Please add 3% if paying via paypal or credit card.
If paying via credit card (Visa, MC) or Check-By-Fax: Download the SD Credit Card (add 3% for credit card payments) or Check-By_Fax Authorization Form, complete and fax to 864-944-6769 --NOTE! This is our fax number, effective MAY 14/09. Click here for the form and ask trips@singledivers.com for the password.
If paying via paypal: Go to www.PayPal.com and send payment to kamala@singledivers.com Be sure to include the 3% fee along with your address, contact number, screen name, trip name & payment details in the detail or notes section.
Payment Terms & Schedule:
ASAP: $350 deposit required to reserve a spot on the trip.
Progress Payments:
Trip Price:
Standard Rooms D/O $925+tax=$1092 d/o
Standard Rooms S/O $1125+tax=$1328 s/o
CONDO Rooms D/O $1000+tax=$1180 d/o
CONDO Rooms S/O $1400+tax=$1652 s/o
Non-Diver Room D/O $TBD approx...$779+tax=$919 non-diver rate d/o
Immediately to Hold Spot: $350 Deposit
Apr 1, 2009: $400
July 1, 2009: $342 + any extras including nitrox $150 + single upgrade $297 etc.
Pay in Full by 6/22/08 and be eligible for free upgrade to oceanview room and more!
PLEASE obtain trip insurance - IT IS OPTIONAL BUT STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR THIS TRIP ...it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. REMEMBER IF YOU MISS THE BOAT….YOU MISS THE TRIP! You can purchase it right online as well as check quotes etc .
Click here for a free quote or to purchase online!
or
Click here for another provider that provides excellent rates and coverage!
PLEASE obtain DIVE insurance - IT IS MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP ...it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. Even if you have insurance that you think covers DIVING ACCIDENTS and air lifts…it is CHEAP to get a supplemental policy to ensure you are cared for.
Click here for Diver's alert Network and use our reference ID 1603080.
or
Click here for Dive Assure where you can get BOTH TRIP & DIVE insurance in one convenient package!
Please see post #3 of this thread here for ONGOING updates of the trip. We make every effort to summarize the important trip info you need either in this first post or in a dedicated post for the purpose but we can not gaurantee that all the info you need has been summarized so you will need to read the thread to be completely updated.
Additional Trip Information:
Telephone Calls
There are no phones in the guest rooms. We have a phone that guests may use in the Front Desk/Gift Shop. The number of this phone 504-445-3020. From the US, please dial 011 first. Calling out from the office is $2.00/min. We charge a $2.00 connection fee for busy signals, operator-assisted calls and non-connecting calls.
Satellite phones usually receive on the island. GSM cell phones will usually work as long as you have activated an international roaming plan.
For incoming calls:
The Honduras ring tone is a long beep. If you hear a short, fast series of beeps, the line is busy. The person calling will reach our front desk staff who will be happy to take a message. Because guests are usually out on the dive boats or exploring the island, we suggest that the caller leave a good time for the guest to call back.
How To Contact The Resort:
Resort Bay Islands Beach Resort Sandy Bay, Roatan Bay Islands, Honduras Central America484-653-5346 (booking & reservations)011-504-445-3020 (Front Desk & Resort Office)011-504-445-3064 (fax)For questions, prices, bookings and information: escape@bibr.com
Airport Arrival/Departure and Taxes
As part of your package, we will meet you at the airport. We will have a sign saying Bay Islands Beach Resort & will be waiting for you just on the other side of the baggage scanner. Once everyone has cleared through customs, the resort van will take you to the resort. We will take you back to the airport at the end of your stay. Let us know if you would like assistance with checking in for your flight. The driver will be happy to help you check-in. As of January 2008, the departure tax is $34 per person. The departure fees & airport fees change frequently, so please look at your confirmation letter for the latest details. This can be paid in US dollars or lempiras.
Ticket Confirmation
We will collect your return tickets at check in & reconfirm your flights from Roatan. If you are flying Continental or TACA, we will get your boarding passes in advance. If you choose to hold on to your ticket, you will need to do your own reconfirmation & boarding passes.
Safety of Valuables
We have a safe in the office for guest use. You will not need any cash during the week unless you are going into town or buying something from a beach vendor. We suggest keeping your wallet & any other small valuables in the office safe.
Personal Shopper
We have a gift shop at the resort, but if you need medications, special toiletries or special gift shopping needs, we offer two different shopping services. You can leave a list with us. We will purchase the items you need & bill them to your room. Or, we provide a guided shopping service. The guided shopping service is perfect if you are looking for a special gift to take home. Guided shopping is fun but not necessary! If you like to explore you can head out on your own around the island. Ask at the Front Desk for names and directions to the places with the best deals. Guided shopping is also available for trips to the mainland including the San Pedro Sula & La Ceiba markets & the craft towns around Tegucigalpa. Please ask at the front desk for more information.
Gift Shop
The Gift Shop carries variety of items to make your life easier. We carry film, batteries, suntan lotion, bug spray, cactus juice, soap, toothbrushes, feminine products, and simple pharmacy items. If you need something other than what we have stocked, we will be happy to pick it up for you in town for no extra charge. We may not be able to get the brand you prefer, so please consider bringing your toiletries with you. Contact lens solution is very difficult to find, so pack your solutions in your carry-on!
The Gift Shop also carries t-shirts, sarongs, hammocks, carved wooden boxes, cigars, souvenirs and other craft items. If you don't see what you would like, just ask. We can arrange to get it for you- or we can set up a personalized shopping trip for you.
Pharmacy Pick Up
When available, we carry sudafed, benedryl, immodium & ibuprofen in the gift shop. If you need to pick up other medications, we can get them from the local pharmacy. These medicines are in generic form & are not priced or packaged the same as in the US. We suggest bringing along any over-the-counter medications you might need. Please don't assume that you will be able to find your prescription or OTC medication on the island. We recommend that you bring your medications with you.
Exchanging Currency
The stores on the island will accept both US dollars & lempiras (the Honduran currency) We suggest working in US dollars during your stay. Most of the gift stores have their items priced in dollars. If you spend dollars, you could be given either dollars or lempiras in change.
Exchanging money at the bank is very time consuming. It is better to bring travelers checks in US dollars in small increments. Most places will not take traveler's checks over $50. Many places will not be able to make change for anything larger than a $20. American Express Traveler's Checks are considered the standard. VISA or Mastercard travelers checks are accepted at the discretion of the shop owner. Credit Union travelers checks are very rarely accepted.
Traveler's Checks
At the resort, we accept American Express, VISA, Mastercard traveler's checks only. With 24 hours notice, we will be happy to get them cashed in town for you for a service fee of 6%. We will try to cash your checks into US dollars, but if US cash is limited we will only be able to cash your checks into lempiras. You can use your traveler's checks to pay your bill or to leave a tip without cashing them first. We do not add a service fee if you pay with US traveler's checks or credit cards.
You can use traveler's checks around the island in place of cash. You may get your change in US dollars or Lempiras. Be sure to bring your passport along for identification. You must sign the traveler's check exactly as you signed the first time.
Credit Cards at the Resort
We accept VISA, Mastercard, American Express, and Diner's Club at the resort for purchases, paying your bill & tips. Sorry, we do not take Discover at the resort. You can only use your Discover card in the US office.
We do not add a service fee for using credit cards. We do not make cash advances, but we will be happy to help you get a cash advance from the bank in town.
Credit Cards on the Island
Many of the businesses on Roatan will charge a fee of 6-12% for using a credit card- esp at restaurants. Check first if you don't see the rate posted.
Scheduling Activities
We will happily schedule your activities for you. We have an activities scheduling sheet to help you plan your week. Once the Front Desk has your list, we will make the arrangements & confirm them with you. We will help you arrange transportation if needed.
Mailing Letters & Postcards
We have postcards in the gift shop or you can pick them up in town. We will stamp & mail a postcard for you. Mail service from Honduras to locations outside of Honduras is very unreliable & extremely slow. Expect at least 4 weeks for delivery. The longest delivery time we know of is 2 years! Please check with the Front Desk for costs.
Internet & Fax Access
We have a computer with internet access available for guest use. Cost for using the internet is 0.25 per minute. You can also buy a week package for wireless connection in the bar using your own laptop for $10 a week.
We have a fax available for sending and receiving. The guest fax number is 011-504-445-3064 Please make sure that all incoming faxes have the guest name clearly marked at the top. We deliver faxes to the guest rooms in the afternoon. If you need your fax sooner, you may come by the office at any time. Faxes cost $1.00per page to send & $1.00 a page to receive.
TRIP INSURANCE IS OPTIONAL BUT STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR THIS TRIP. PLEASE obtain TRIP insurance as it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. REMEMBER IF YOU MISS THE BOAT….YOU MISS THE TRIP! You can purchase it right online as well as check quotes etc .
Click here for a free quote or to purchase online!
--or--
Click here for another provider that provides excellent rates and coverage!
DIVE INSURANCE IS MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP. DIVE insurance is VERY inexpensive. Even if you have insurance that you think covers DIVING ACCIDENTS and air lifts…it is CHEAP to get a supplemental policy to ensure you are cared for.
Click here for Diver's alert Network and use our reference ID 1603080.
--or--
Click here for Dive Assure where you can get BOTH TRIP & DIVE insurance in one convenient package!
Edited by ScubaPunk, 03 September 2009 - 07:23 PM.
