Not like before 2000, visitors can get now everything from low-priced straightforward wooden bungalowswith thatched roofs to stylish exclusive villas with their own private swimming pool and facilities. In the begeining this little islandhad no one living on it, frequented only by local fishermen from near by islands when looking for shelter during storms or when in need of fresh water and supplies. From the days of being a prison, through to its current re-development, Turtle islandhas retained it's sparkle, though it now caters for everyone's requirments and expeniture. Strange, but true, from 1933 until 1947 the island housed political prisoners. Being located about 70 kilometres from the mainland meant it was hard to escape from! Alcatraz...piece of cake.
