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We had no problem pre-chartering a Cessna over to Utila. Personally, I think this is the best way to go. A van met us at the Utila landing strip, and promptly drove us to Utila Town, and the dock where the Miss U Dive boat met us.

The owners who really care, were on hand. Even though they were kept hopping, and were very busy, they did their utmost to satisfy everyone, which is a hard task indeed to be able to accomplish. John, the chef, was most accommodating and his blackened fish is to die for. His breakfast presentations were delightful. John made it a point to individually tailor meals to the clientele. Indeed, the kitchen staff was friendly as could be, and one could learn a lot about the region and its idiosyncrasies from them.

There is wonderful diving and underwater photography to be had, and the people that you meet here are truly interesting in their own right. Juca, the divemaster, is very knowledgeable and talented. Indeed, he is someone worthy of diving with again on a repeat visit. The dive boat, Miss U, is one of the best dive boats we have come across. Alas, as for diving with whale sharks, well that is really up to Mother Nature and her whims. Even if you are not a diver, there is snorkeling off the dock, walking along the waterfront, or just plain relaxing with reading material. Mark my words, you will become relaxed! And it is true; the stars are beautiful here at night.

A quick jaunt over to Pigeon Cay gave some local flavour. Utila Town is also worthwhile, and I wish we had devoted a little more time to it. Browsing these locales impresses on one that that Utila was once the haunting grounds of pirates.

Most definitely wear something, i.e. Deet, baby oil), to ward off the sand flies. However, everything else about Utopia Dive Village and Utila, overrides this nasty inconvenience. Also, the accommodations were comfortable, clean and innovative in design and décor.

So saying, if you want adventure, and to be able to dive with a wonderful divemaster, and an impressive dive boat, then this is the place. If you want delicious food prepared with thought and care, it is all here. If you want the peace of mind of caring staff doing their utmost for you, this is the place. And, if you come with an open mind, you can have a lot of fun, and isn’t that what it really boils down to?