Honduras Tourism

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Honduras is a democracy with a developing economy.  The national language is Spanish, although English is often spoken in the Bay Islands.  The climate is generally pleasant and temperate, with dry and wet seasons.  During the dry season from February into May, widespread forest fires and agricultural burning can lead to severely degraded air quality throughout the country leading to respiratory problems and airport closures.  The terrain ranges from mountainous to coastal beaches and jungle lowlands.  Facilities that would normally be used by tourists, including hotels and restaurants are generally adequate in the capital city of Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, Tela, La Ceiba, the Bay Islands and near the Copan ruins.  Large sections of the country, however, lack basic public services or even a governmental presence.  Currency exchange is readily available at banks and hotels in the major cities.

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Honduras Tourism