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Why visit Honduras?
An unpolished destination for travelers to enjoy beaches, birdwatching, cloud forests, colonial towns, culture, cycling, hiking, lowland jungle, ruins, scuba diving, snorkeling, sport fishing, volunteerism, white water rafting, and zip-lining.
Mahogany Bay, Honduras. Photo Credit: Michelle Maria/Pixabay
At a Glance
- Souvenirs to Buy: Cedar carvings, cigars, jade jewelry, leather goods, mahogany carvings, pottery, woven baskets, and woven hats.
- Local Cuisine to Try: Anafres (fondue). Baleada (stuffed tortilla). Plato Típico (national dish). Sopa de Caracol (conch soup). Yojoa Fish (fried).
- Local Drink to Try: Barena (beer). Imperial (beer). Port Royal (beer). Salva Vida (beer).
Copán Ruins, Honduras. Photo Credit: Juan Cernas/Pixabay
Fun Facts
- In 1821, became independent.
- In 1969, fought with El Salvador (Football War).
- In 1969, the national flower changed from a rose to orchid.
- In 1998, Hurricane Mitch destroyed nearly 70% of their crops and infrastructure. Loss estimating around $3US billion.
- Known for coffee, natural minerals, sugar cane, textiles, and tropical fruit.
- Granted exemptions and land to USA based fruit companies in exchange for developing their northern region.
- Known for mining gold, lead, silver, and zinc.
- A suggestive inspiration for Cabbages and Kings book.
- Host to the largest Peace Corps mission in the world.
- Coco River divides them from Nicaragua.
- Many rivers and streams are also polluted with heavy metals from mining.
- Majority of Honduran refugees live in the United States.
- On Christmas Eve loved ones gather for dinner followed by a gift exchange at midnight.
- Annually (Yoro) around May or June fish fall from the sky for decades. There are many speculations as to how and why.
- Legends of "La Llorona" story is a ghost roaming waterfront areas mourning her children who drowned.
Roatán Island in Honduras. Photo Credit: Michelle Maria/Pixabay
Special Holidays/Occasions
- Annual Events: (April) Punta Gorda Festival, (May) Feria de San Isidro, Festival de Lluvia de Peces, La Ceiba Carnival, (June) Feria Juniana, (July) Garifuna Festival, and (August) Sun Jam Festival.
- Holidays: New Year's Day, Americas Day, Holy Week, Labour Day, Independence Day, Francisco Morazán's Day, Discovery of America Day, Armed Forces Day, and Christmas.
Tegucigalpa Honduras Temple, Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Photo Credit: Adrian Castro/Pixabay
Good to Know
- Poorest country amongst the Americas.
- Northern shores and eastern region experience the greatest rainfall.
- Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is popular for scuba diving and snorkeling.
- Montecristo Cloud Forest Reserve is easier accessed from El Salvador.
- Bacterial disease, Leptospirosis is found in still waters.
- Sand fleas exist (Bay Islands).
- Do not drink tap water. Poor water quality due to proper maintenance and treatment.
- Sanitation is often considered below our standards.
- Drug trafficking is a collaborate to their high daily homicides.
- Females are known to be forced into human trafficking and prostitution.
- Export of birds and pre-colonial artifacts is prohibited.
- Export and import of export of business equipment, medication, and vehicles is strictly enforced.
- Dry Season is known to pose air pollution during forest fires.
- Prevalent diseases include Chikungunya, Dengue Fever, Malaria, and Zika.
- Avoid public transportation for safety reasons.
Port Of Roatan, Honduras. Photo Credit: Michelle Maria/Pixabay
This international destination requires:
- A valid passport with six months of validity upon return and one blank page for entry stamp.
- Tourist VISA not required for visits under 90 days.
- Required Yellow Fever vaccination from select countries. Suggested: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Rabies, Rubella, and Typhoid.
- Currency Restrictions for Entry/Exit: $10,000USD.
Rainy season is May - December. Subject to forest fires, flooding, and hurricanes.
- Best Time to Visit: February - April
- Coolest Months: December - February
- Hottest Months: March - June
- Peak Season: January - June
Fortress of Santa Bárbara (El Castillo), Trujillo, Honduras. Photo Credit: David Diaz/Pixabay
Your Must-See & Do
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Copán and Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve.
Photo Credit: shannonleigh353/Pixabay
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