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• Where do I go to get tourism information in Honduras?

  The information offices are located:

  Copán Ruinas:
  
  1.    Gustavo Corrales
         Chairman of the Cámara de Turismo
         Tel: 651-3829
         E-mail: gcorrales@cablecolor.hn
  
  2.    Suyapa Bueso
         Executive Director
         Cámara de Turismo
         Tel: 651-3829
         E-mail: ccitcopanruinas@yahoo.com
  
  3.   Carlos Handal
        Turismo Municipal Unit Coordinator
        Tel. 651-4074
        E-mail:  turicopan@yahoo.es
  
  
  
  Choluteca:
  
  1.   Sergio Lobo
         Chairman of Cámara de Turismo del Sur
         Tel: 782-3876 / 782-4349
         Cel: 3367-2769
  
  
  Guanaja:
  
  1.    Turismo Municipal Unit
         Tel. 453-4231   /   453-4582
          E-mail: municipalidaddeguanaja_2007@.yahoo.com
  
  
  La Ceiba:
  
  1.    Anaite Seibt
          Chairman Cámara de Turismo
          Tel: 440-1788 / 440-1791
          E-mail: anaite_ehc@yahoo.com
  
  2.    Blanca Cruz
         Turismo Municipal Unit Coordinator
          Tel. 440-3044
          E-mail: maynorsoto@yahoo.com
  
  
  Tegucigalpa:
  
  1.    Epaminondas Marinakys
         Chairman Cámara de Turismo
          Tel: 239-5712
          E-mail: emarinakys@cablecolor.hn
  
  2.    Tourism Information Office
          Aeropuerto Internacional de Toncontin
         Tel. 234-2402   Ext. 274
  
  3.    Tourism Information Office
          Instituto Hondureño de Turismo
          Tel. 222-2124   / 238-2102    Ext. 502
  
  
  Tela:
  
  1.    Sherwood Bonilla
         Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
         Tel: 448-1065 / 448-1065
         E-mail: info@hotelsherwood.com
  
  2.   Aura Moreira de D´agostino
       Turismo Municipal Unit Coordinator
        Tel. 448-1463
        E-mail:  aura@visit-tela.com
  
  
  Puerto Cortes y Omoa:
  
  1.   Mássimo Parissi
         Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
        Tel: 658-9125
        E-mail: camtur@puntoitalia.net
  
  
  San Pedro Sula:
  
  1.   Henning Kreschner
        Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
        Cel: 9991-1966
        E-mail: canaturh_sps@yahoo.com
  
  
  Ocotepeque:
  
  1.   Manuel Sandoval
        Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
        Tel: 653-3098
        E-mail: mansandov@yahoo.com
  
  Siguatepeque:
  
  1.   Irma Doris Guevara
        Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
        Tel: 773-4924
        Cel: 9809-7175
  
  
  Islas de la Bahia:
  
  1.    Romeo Silvestre
         Chairman of Cámara de Turismo
         Tel: 455-5018
         E-mail:  casaromeo@hondutel.hn
   
  
   

• What about minors traveling to Honduras?

  In Honduras, like many other countries, any person under the age of 18 is considered a minor. Very strict regulations govern travel by minors into Honduras. For example, if traveling alone, the minor must have a notarized consent form signed by both parents. If traveling with only one parent, the minor must have a notarized letter of consent signed by the parent not traveling.

• What types of identification are necessary to enter Honduras?

  Most visitors from the U.S. , Central and South America need a valid passport. Travelers from other countries may need a visa.

  Legal Requirements to Enter and Leave Honduras: The documents and fees required upon entering or leaving Honduras are:

  • Valid passport duly stamped by the Honduran Department of Immigration.

• Is it safe to travel in Honduras?

  The government of Honduras is working hard to improve safety throughout the country for both citizens and tourists. Safety in most cities are comparable with other big cities around the world. It is advisable not to carry a lot of cash. Store any valuables in your hotel's safe when possible and keep a copy of your important document numbers (passport, visa, travelers checks, etc.) in a safe place.

• What should I pack?

  Packing for Honduras differs depending on where you go. The central plateau and mountainous zones tend to be cool, while the coastal regions are warmer with relatively high humidity. The time of year can also play a part. The rainy season runs from May to October, it is advisable to carry a raincoat. If you go sightseeing bring sturdy hiking boots and wear light, loose clothing, which is great for trekking. Conservative attire is best for smaller towns and the interior of the country while sporty, comfortable beachwear is ideal for resort areas. When traveling to Honduras, bug repellent is usually a good idea in the National Parks and some beaches. Sunscreen is also a must because of Honduran bright sunshine and long days.

• Where can I exchange my currency?

  US dollars are easily exchanged for Lempiras in banks, major hotels, airports and exchange houses. Most honduran banks are open on weekdays only from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Exchange houses are open longer and offer quicker service (and usually a better exchange rate) than banks.

• How much is the sales tax?

  A 12 percent value added tax (“ ISV ”) is added to all retail items except medicine. Some luxury goods have a higher tax.

• Should I bring adapters for my small appliances?

  Standard current is 110 volt AC, as in the US, however adapters are useful because three prong outlets are not widely available.

• Should I be concerned about the water?

  Purified water is used in beverages and ice and for cooking in all big-city hotels and restaurants. It is best to stick with bottled water and beverages, without ice, in outlying areas.

• What are the legal requirements for marriage in Honduras?

  If you are NOT a honduran citizen, you will be required the following documents:

  • A valid passport
  • A certified copy of your birth certificate (1)
  • A certified copy of your police record (2)
  • An Affidavit of Single Status (3)

  If you are marrying a Honduran citizen, your future spouse will require the following documents:

  • A Honduran identity card ("tarjeta de Identidad")
  • A Certificate of Single Status issued by the Civil Registry (“Certificado de Soltería del Registro Civil”)

  If you have been married before, you will require these additional documents:

  • A certified copy of the divorce decree (1) or
  • A certified copy of your previous spouse's death (1)

  Note:
  You will need two witnesses to your wedding - non-relatives preferred. They must have the following documents:

  For non-Honduran citizens:

  • A valid passport for at least six months

  For honduran citizens:

  • A Honduran Identity card (“Cédula de Identidad”)

  Marriages legally performed and valid in Honduras are also legally valid in other countries.

  Your marriage will be legally recognized in the U.S. when you or your lawyer who performed the ceremony submits your marriage certificate with the appropriate certifications to the U.S. Embassy in Honduras.