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A trip to Honduras, the quintessential banana republic, conjures visions of endless fields of fruit ripening under a tropical sun and sweat browed laborers. An image that until recently was not far from the truth. Although its lacks the comforts of mass tourism destinations, and banana plantations are still aplenty, this small country is fast becoming a favored eco-tourism destination. Exotic wildlife, free-flowing rivers, mist-covered cloud forests, coral reefs, and mile upon mile of white sand beaches are attracting those with a hankering for nature. Complementing the effusive natural surrounding are historical small towns featuring central plazas, colonial architecture, and white-washed adobe homes with red tiled roofs that blend harmoniously into the landscape. The friendly inhabitants, who are known as ladinos or mestizos due to their European and indigenous mixed ancestry, will invariably greet you with a warm smile.

Whether you’re in search of a luxurious nature retreat, a beach resort, a Spanish school, a dive vacation, a bird watching expedition, or a bare-bones trek through the jungle, the country’s burgeoning tourism industry caters to all tastes and budgets.

Geography, Location, and Weather

Flanked by both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Honduras is a small nation with an area of just 43,281 sq mi (112,100 sq km). It is situated in the middle of Central American isthmus, and bordered by El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Central and Western highlands enjoy a temperate climate, while the north coast region is typically hot and humid and the south coast is hot and dry.

Language

Spanish is the official language of Honduras. Caribbean English is spoken on the Bay Islands, as well as Spanish.

Main Attractions

Honduras possesses two world heritage sights, the Copan Ruins and the Rio Pl

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