Some of us are adrenaline junkies and are always in search of an adventure. If you are one of us, you are surely looking for the ideal spot for the next one! I have great news, Atlantida has the perfect adventure destination hot spot to meet your adrenaline needs! I am of course referring to the Cangrejal River in La …
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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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Atlantida Travel Advisory 2020
It seems that as the World gets smaller, we tend to worry more about travel. It is understandable. With so many terror attacks around the World, is there any place where you are safe? The answer is a definite yes! There are many safe destinations around the World. We tend to think of destinations in Latin America and Africa as …
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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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Cayos Cochinos: A True Caribbean Paradise!
With a name like the Hog Cays, you might not feel attracted to visit. But believe me, Cayos Cochinos is a true Caribbean Paradise! The Hog Cays are a small archipelago at the southern end of the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef system is the second longest barrier reef in the planet, but it is also the most biodiverse! Some of …
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Exploring Corozal, a Garifuna Village in La Ceiba
There is no question that the Caribbean coast of Honduras is Garifuna territory. The municipality of La Ceiba is no exception and has two different Garifuna villages: Corozal and Sambo Creek. Today I am exploring Corozal, a Garifuna village that I fell in love with. It is very easy to get to Corozal. It stands next to the CA13 highway …
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