Honduras Travel Guide

Taking a step back into Spanish colonial times is a rare treat, and when you combine that with the ancient Mayan ruins, the majesty of the national Parks, both Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, as well as the Bay Islands, Honduras should absolutely be considered the jewel of Central America. The second largest country in the region, it borders Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.

Honduras is a destination that is safe for all levels of travelers, although recent political events have made certain parts of the country somewhat instable. Visitors are advised to pay attention to… read more the local media, and play it safe when regarding any sort of public demonstrations that you might see going on in the streets. Check with the BBC or CNN, or the local embassy, for up-to-date information on what is going on within the country before you decide to make a trip.

Honduras is a developing country. As such, many things are still in a transition period. Tourism is an expanding industry, and while the people themselves are extremely laid-back, the food is beyond description, and the beauty of the country is without comparison, there are still parts of Honduras that are considered relatively undiscovered. While you will be able to find luxury accommodations in all the major cities, there is a vast difference between the developed portions of the country and the undeveloped.

If you're here for beaches and snorkeling, then the Bay Islands are your destination. However, the beauty of Gracias, a colonial mountain town, is unparalleled, and visiting Copan will get you up close and personal with some of the most amazing Mayan ruins in the entire Central and South American region. Not to mention the Rio Platano Biosphere Reserve, which is the largest tropical rain forest of Central America.

Transportation is dependent upon where you happen to be within the country. First-time travelers should stick to the cities, while veteran adventurers will feel comfortable heading out into the brush for a little more culture.