Information on Honduras

 

Roatàn

Roatàn is the largest of the islands in the archipelago.

 

Just 60 kilometers away form the coast of Honduras, Roatàn is 45 kilometers long and 8 kilometers wide, and has a population of 40,000 inhabitants. Together with the other islands of the bay (Utila and Guanaja), it forms the Bonacca Ridge, located 30 miles away from the coast. It is one of the most spectacular coral barrier reefs of the world.

 

The inhabitants speak Spanish, English and various local dialects. The climate is a typical equatorial one, hot and humid with a temperature between 22 and 35 degrees Celsius. (Change this to Fahrenheit)

 

How to get here

Roatàn has an International airport. You are required to pay a two-dollar Immigration fee as well, an International departure tax of $25.00, and a further two-dollar safety measure tax. All the aforesaid taxes are subject to modifications.

 

Currency

The local currency is the Lempira, but we suggest that you travel with US dollars or Euro.

 

Time

The local time zone is 7 hours earlier than Italy. Thus, noon in Roatàn is 7 pm in Rome, except during daylight savings time when it is 8 hours earlier than Rome. (This does not apply to US hours)

 

Documents

You will need a passport with a minimum validity of six months.

A visa is not required for Italians. (Check out the law for Americans)

 

Immunisations

No vaccinations are required, however if you are planning to travel in the interior, it is suggested that you are vaccinated against Malaria.

 

Telephone system

Cellular phones are used in the larger cities of the country. The major companies are Celtel and Megatel. To telephone to Honduras from Europe, you must first dial the following code: 00504 followed by the main number without the 0. (Insert the dialing code from the US).

 

What to wear?

You will definitely need to bring a sunscreen, hat and sunglasses for protection against the strong sun. A water resistant cover-up to protect yourself from a possible rain.

 

A sweatshirt or a light pullover to put on in air-conditioned areas.

 

Shopping

The local artisans produce many colorful wood objects and jewelry. In the local markets you will find handcrafted goods such as belts, wallets and bags.

 

Useful informations

Consular correspondent in Roatàn
Dott.ssa Adriana Astorina
c/o Hotel Pura Vida – West End
T. 00504-4451141