This week I took a quick trip to Utila from La Ceiba. My intention was to prove that is possible to arrange a day tour to Utila from La Ceiba. I found that you certainly can do it! Although I was not able to pack in as many hours in Utila as I did to Roatan, I did have enough …
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Day Tour to Roatan from La Ceiba
You probably did not even think it was possible! But yes, you make a day tour to Roatan from La Ceiba! La Ceiba is the only destination on mainland Honduras where you can visit Roatan for the day and have 11 hours on the island. This is enough time to visit the two most spectacular beaches in Roatan and have …
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A Visit to Tornabe
Today I had the pleasure of visiting the Garifuna community of Tornabe. This is one of several Garifuna villages spread throughout the lovely Tela Bay. The community is right next door to the high end Indura Beach and Golf Resort. So, if you want to enjoy the same beach at a fraction of the price, you should consider making a …
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Telamar Beach Resort, a First in Honduras
The story behind the Telamar Beach Resort is quite interesting and unique! Back in the heyday of the Banana Days in Honduras, the Tela Railroad Company had its headquarters in Tela. From there, their railroad covered most of the Sula Valley. It went as far south as Santa Rita de Yoro and Potrerillos in Cortes. Of course, it also interconnected …
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Hotels in Triunfo de la Cruz
Triunfo de la Cruz is a small Garifuna Village on the eastern end of the Bay of Tela. As you know, Tela offers the best beaches in Atlantida, and for that matter, all the Caribbean Coast of Central America. Over time, there have been more and more hotels in Triunfo de la Cruz establishing themselves. You will find anything between …
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Beachside Paradise in Triunfo de la Cruz
We all dream of spending a night in a pleasant beachside cabin on tropical beach. However, few of us find a place to do so. I spent the night at a beachside paradise in Triunfo de la Cruz this weekend! Do I sense a bit of jealousness in you as you read? Instead of being jealous, you should read on …
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A Visit to Triunfo de La Cruz in Tela
Triunfo de la Cruz is one of the more popular Garifuna villages on the Bay of Tela. As such, it has been on my radar. Thus, I planned a visit to this traditional Garifuna community to find out what it has to offer. Each Garifuna community has its own, special atmosphere and traditions. Triunfo de la Cruz is no exception. …
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The Best Beach Time in 2020 in Atlantida
Traditionally, the time between early February and Easter Week in Central America is beach time. The weather is sunny, the surf is not rough, and the temperature is perfect. There is no doubt that the best beaches in mainland Central America are in Atlantida Honduras. Thus, you will find the best beach time in 2020 in Atlantida. Tela offers the …
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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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