I don´t know about you… But when I see videos of extreme adventures, I am always up for them. This happens when I see skydiving, rappelling and mountaineering videos. But then I remember that I am not really fit enough for all these extreme activities. Fortunately, not all these activities require much more that an average physical condition. At least …
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A Unique Train Ride in Atlantida!
In the past, railroads where the reliable form of transportation along the north coast of Honduras. They were the backbone of the economy and developed the Caribbean Coast in Honduras. Cities like San Pedro Sula and La Ceiba grew and become economically active thanks to the railroads. Sadly, today there is not much left of them other than photographs. There …
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An Extreme Adventure in the Cangrejal River
A group of kayakers visited the Cangrejal River this past week. They were kayaking down the magnificent Cangrejal River together with a group of locals. White water kayaks are ideal for an extreme adventure in the Cangrejal River. However, you must have plenty of experience before you take on a challenge like this one. They were all using hard shell …
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Garifuna Traditions
Perhaps the best way to experience Garifuna traditions is by visiting their communities during their local fairs. These traditions are very interesting and unique. There are two Garifuna traditions that seem to be present within all the Garifuna festivities. These are the Barbaric Indian and the Yancunu or Mascaros dance. The Barbaric Indian was originally celebrated around Christmas time. Today, …
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A Gastronomical Adventure in Corozal
I was back in Corozal for their fair this last Saturday. Ever since my first visit to explore Corozal last month, I had made it a point of coming back to experience the fair. They celebrate in honor of their patron saint, the Lord of Esquipulas. I arrived early, to get a chance to stroll around the community and get …
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The Zip line Canopy Tour and Hot Springs at Jilamito, Arizona
Few people are aware that there is a zip line Canopy tour and hot springs at Jilamito, Arizona. They are very close to Tela, and can easily be included as a day activity if you are looking for a different experience in Tela. They are within the municipality of Arizona, which borders Tela, Atlantida. Getting there is very easy! Take …
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Indura is the Garifuna Word for Honduras
UNESCO has declared the Garifuna culture and language as World Heritage intangible asset. The Garifuna language has linguistic influences from many different languages, including Spanish. When the Garifunas arrived at the Caribbean Coast of Honduras in 1797 and established themselves here they called their new home “Indura”. Basically, they took the name Honduras, where the H is silent in Spanish, …
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The New Tela Coral Aquarium
This week I will be exploring Tela, one of the three stars in Atlantida. I have an interest to visit the New Tela Coral Aquarium. Recently, I read about this interesting facility and I really want to visit it. I am not only passionate about the coral reefs and the diversity of life that can be found in them. It …
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The Cacao Lagoon, a Jewel in Nombre de Dios National Park
Morning was spectacular at Villa Helens hotel in Sambo Creek. I slept like a baby after my visit to the jungle hot springs yesterday. Since I am within the Nombre de Dios National Park, I decided that I should take advantage and visit the Cacao Lagoon. This body of water is a Jewel in Nombre de Dios National Park. It …
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