Next stop: Roatan, Honduras

This day had a little something for everyone: a walk around the neighborhoods of Roatan (where real local folks live!), followed by a quick drive around the island, and finally a beautiful beach.

Good morning, Honduras!

A view of the port from the ship

Exploring just beyond the ship.  A portion of our group was a little unenthusiastic.

Mom, Dad, and I continued to check out some of the neighborhood.  I didn't know what to expect but it reminded me a little of Penang or even Saigon, but with tortillas. 

It was great to stretch the legs and see what the island has to offer!

Nice bananas... and meat.

Those hand-made tortillas looked awesome!

Something familiar.  Mom showed great strength and didn't rush in for a sweet tea fix. 

Perhaps the most awkward location for a massage.  You'd think the boy spearfishing right next to them would ruin the zen moment. 

We returned to the ship for a quick lunch and an outfit change.  However, when I tried to meet back up with the group I realized they left without me!  At least they arranged taxi in the port to give me a ride.

Fernando.  A good driver but he couldn't speak English and couldn't explain to me where we were going.  I only knew I was going to some scenic locations for pictures before going to the beach where my family was hanging out.

Scenic location #1: a lookout at the top of a hilly mountain thing.

The view of the port.  It is so crazy how the ship dwarfs the town.

Another scenic location: a fun beachy place

Final destination:  West Bay Beach and my family.

All kids know just what to do with sand

Shells and coral!

Ignore the shirt.  We don't know any Norwegians.

This beach was particularly fun since it was public--locals and tourists share the space, but if you want a chair and need to use the facilities you pay $10.  The ocean, on the other hand, is fee ;o) 

I do like this place!  I'll need to come back eventually for a proper visit.