Tourism in the island of Roatan has been strengthened in the last 2 years with the arrival of daily cruises of the different shipping companies The United States and Europe.

According to statistics, every tourist visiting the island spends about $ 81 per day. If we take an estimated 2,500 passengers per Boat would be a total of 200,000 dollars for each boat that arrives in the zone. Travelers, mostly Europeans, enjoy the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, the gastronomy, the handicrafts and the affection that the inhabitants of the island Show their distinguished visitors.

West Bay, West End, French Harbor and Coxen Hole are just a few of the sites that welcome tourists who come every day. The cruise industry in General accounts for between 75% and 85% of the island’s economic support. This depends on the tourism industry, transportation, human resources and Countless jobs. This is how the development of micro-enterprises and large enterprises in Roatán is promoted, apart from being the Development and promotion of tourism in general in Honduras.

The visit of these cruises boost the economy of the island because it strengthens tourism. This year some 50,000 passengers have arrived. Taking into consideration Which each spend between $ 60 and $ 80 a day on average. In recent months has seen a greater influx of passengers through the port of Roatan, According to the port authorities.