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The Turtle Inn welcomes guests to powder-soft sands in Belize
Roatán, Honduras
Roatán—north of mainland Honduras in the Caribbean sea and the largest of the Bay Island chain—is surrounded by more than 60 miles of living reef and is one of the most affordable places worldwide to learn scuba. Open-water certification courses last three to four days, after which divers can troll for rare whale sharks. The secluded plantation-style Reef House Resort organizes three dives daily. Non-divers can swim with sea turtles in the saltwater pool or explore the island's west-end beaches. The best time to visit is February through June; fly direct to Roatán from several U.S. cities, including Houston and Miami. From $290/night, all-inclusive dive package; reefhouseresort.com
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