Honduras Travel and Tourism Information
ITS has assembled Basic Information about Honduras. We have Travel Information divided into several sections for easier viewing.
These sections are: About, Cuisine, History, Culture, Weather, Natural Aspects and Travel Tips.
Honduras Travel and Tourism Information
On the shores of the crystal Caribbean Ocean, Honduras is the second largest country in Central America. Known as the Banana Republic, with an area of little more than 112,000 square kilometers (44,000 square miles – about the size of North Carolina or Bulgaria), Honduras contains great surprises for its visitors, from historic ruins to an exuberant ecosystem, full of unique and beautiful landscapes. The interaction of the diverse people groups in the country causes it to overflow with cultural riches and originality. This is the ideal location for those who want to rest and relax in the shade of palm trees or those who want to search out ancient mysteries that haunt the ruins of Mayan Cities. You can also view the riches of nature, full of life, protected in the National Parks, especially Pico Bonito, the second largest park in Honduras, located a few minutes from the center of the city of La Ceiba. For those who love sea life, the Isle of Roatan offers more than 65 kinds of rocks and corals as well as a variety of sea life, seen in caverns, tunnels, and behind thick walls. This is the perfect place for diving and to feel the peace of the ocean in the deep blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Information About Honduras Cuisine
Some of the specialties in Honduran gastronomy are the delicious appetizers prepared with beans, such as a typical dish known as baleada. Also famous are the rice and potato pies, soups, salads, and delicious desserts such as mango embevecias and peaches with honey.
Seafood dishes are typical in the region, prepared in a variety of ways. As in all of the Central American countries, one cannot be without tortillas, beans, enchiladas, corn paste, the naca tamales and mondongo, banana rolls with meat, in addition to the abundant tropical fruits such as mangoes, pineapples, papayas, pomegranates and various kinds of bananas.
The most typical beverages are fresh fruit juices and natural milkshakes blended with fruits, bananas and milk. Locally made beer is also most delicious and welcome on the hot days.
Information About Honduras History
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Information About Honduras Natural Aspects
Honduras Travel Tips
Visa
- You do not need a visa for stays under 90 days. Your passport needs to be up-to-date.
- The official currency in Honduras is the Lempira (HNL). Check on the current exchange rate before traveling. Foreign money can be exchanged in the banks.
- Water: In general, the water is safe; however it would be wise to drink only bottled mineral water. When you leave the large cities and go to smaller towns, be careful; for your own safety, we recommend that you only drink bottled water. As in all countries, the hygiene and cleaning of food depends on the establishment you are in. In general, serious problems do not exist.
- It is not necessary to take any vaccines to visit this country, unless you plan to visit infected areas. Good hygiene is recommended to avoid catching malaria.
- In Honduras, the tip is not obligatory, however, if you were satisfied with the service, we recommend you offer a tip.
- An exit tax is charged on international flights.
- The official language is Spanish. As in some Central American countries, other dialects are spoken as a result of the inter-racial mix of the population. However, the Negro Caribbean and English are also spoken especially in the Islands of the Bay.
- Catholicism is the official religion for approximately 94 % of the population.
- The electrical current is 110/220 volts at 60 Hz.
- It is recommended that you take light clothing, a jacket for the evening, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
- Regulations and requirements are subject to change without prior notice. It is wise to have a check-up with your doctor before you leave on your trip.
- Be on the alert for thieves who prey on unsuspecting tourists. Do not go out alone at night, nor take unnecessary risks.
- Do not flash about valuable objects such as cameras, jewelry, etc. Carry them discretely in a bag if you need them.
- Leave large amounts of money, travelers’ checks, credit cards, airline tickets, passports, etc. in the safe in your hotel, or carry them in a special travel pouch at your waist or chest.
- Always keep an eye on your bags and suitcases; hang onto your purse and your purchases in front of you.
- Be careful to not allow anyone to distract you as you enter or leave public transportation.
- In cafes and restaurants, never put your purse behind the chair, and never out of your reach.
- Make a photocopy of your passport and leave it in a separate, safe place.
- The best time to visit Honduras is between May and September when there are the traditional festivals in the country.