Dolphin Dilemma

Having just returned from a two-week vacation in Roatan with accommodations at Anthony’s Key Resort (AKR), we found the article (“Honduras’ Treasure Island in World of Its Own,” Jan. 12) interesting but, as to the guidebook portion, not entirely accurate. The writer wrote that he was not in favor of the “swim-with-the-dolphins” program and therefore hesitated to recommend AKR.

For your information, the only connection the “dolphin program” has with AKR is that it is situated next to it. It is not owned or operated by Anthony’s Key Resort, but instead is a separate entity operated by the Institute of Marine Sciences. Both my husband and I participated in the program during our vacation there and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

While I do not know what Basch disagrees with, I can tell you that the first priority of the Institute is to protect the dolphins from any injuries, while at the same time providing an opportunity for humans to participate in a wonderful experience.

JAN O’DELL

Los Altos

Editor’s note: A spokeswoman for the Biloxi, Miss.-based Institute of Marine Sciences says that it is no longer associated with the “swim-with-the-dolphins” program and has not been since last summer.