The only downside to visiting Roatan in September is that it's peak hurricane season. While direct hits are rare, rough seas can still cancel boat trips. That's why we prefer January – the water is still a warm 82°F, and it's the perfect escape from the winter chill in the U.S. Plus, no weather issues to worry about, and hour-long dives are common. The diving is also affordable – we’ve paid as little as $30 per dive when doing 15+ dives in a week. The challenge is finding decent accommodations that don’t come with unwanted critters. The local spots are used to male divers who aren't too fussy, but as more couples visit, like us, a bit more refinement is needed. Starting a vacation with a bug bomb just to get your wife into the room isn't the best first impression.
