Roatan Island at $842 RT

Turtle (adjusting imaginary rash guard): “Okay, gang—nice and slow. This reef? A full-blown aquatic opera: towering coral walls, glittering schools of fish, sea turtles cruising like they own the place. Try not to gasp underwater.” 

Ray (gliding past, ancient and serene): nods knowingly “Second-largest barrier reef on the planet. VERY dramatic.”

Turtle: “Dolphins, rays (like you), fish in full glitter… I see why people travel halfway around the world for this.”

Ray: another nod “Worth it.”

Turtle (surf whistle blows): “And when they surface? Suuuuuuper friendly island. Safe dive towns. Hammocks galore.”

Ray: “As it should be.”

Turtle: “Alright, masks on. Try to keep up"