Last Thursday I returned home after a working vacation
on the Caribbean island of Roatan, Honduras.
Yes, I know the phrase ‘working vacation’ is a paradox – unless you’re a
photographer! Roatan is about 35 miles
north of the mainland, and is one of three Bay Islands in the area.
Back in the day, this region was dominated by Spanish
conquistadors, pirates and eventually the navies of Britain and Spain. Roatan is now a popular tourist location that
features spectacular scenery and world-class diving. The island is on the tip of the Mesoamerican
Reef, and is comparable to the Great Barrier Reef near Australia.
The island is only 45 miles long, about 5 miles wide,
and populated with around 85,000 people.
Everyone is happy to see you and there’s friendly service at all
businesses – ranging from guides and beach vendors to restaurant staff and
service providers.
Grant Cree is an
Edmonton-based photojournalist focusing on photo and video event coverage to
help clients connect with their audiences. www.grantcree.ca 780-940-3228
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