honduras

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Over 10 million people inhabit Honduras with the majority following Christianity.

QUICK FACTS:

Currency:  Honduran Lempira

Language: Spanish

Visa: Most countries can enter for up to 90 days but check current requirements. 

Power: 110 volts AC.  Plug  types A & B 

Safety: Violent Crime can be an issue, avoid crowded cities and going out alone.  Stick to main tourist areas.

TRANSPORT:

Car rental is the most flexible way of getting around, but taxi’s are also cheap.

FESTIVALS:

Semana Santa – March/April
Punta Gorda Festival – April
Feria de San Isidro – May
Feria Juniana – June
National Garifuna Festival – July

Planning

Weather is hot and tropical in the coastal lowlands with annual temperatures of 26 – 29 C.

Packing:  
Lightweight summer clothing, jumper for cooler days and a layer or too for higher elevations.

BUDGET:

Accommodation:-
Dorm beds – 170 – 370 L
Basic Double Beds with air cond – 370 – 600 L
Mid range Double – 600 – 850 L
Luxury – upward from 850 L

Food:-
Local restaurants – 300L
Resort or similar – 650 L

Transport:-
Bus – 24 to 200 L
Scooter hire – 742 L
Car hire – 1500 L

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