After some diligent old fashioned detective work the Honduras Police captured 72 members of the Mara Salvatrucha. One of the most feared gangs operating within the Country of Honduras. During a shootout, which occurred outside Tegucigalpa on Saturday night, a security guard died and his partner was wounded; a member … Read More    

The conflict between Miguel Facussé (Dinant Corporation) and the “Campesinos” of the Valley of Aguan known as “Bajo Aguan” has made headlines across the world since December of 2009, and has resulted in the deaths of 10 employees of the Dinant Corporation and 48 poor villagers known as “Campesinos”. The … Read More    

As the main seaport for the country of Honduras, Puerto Cortes is easily accessible; the port is located just 48 hours from Miami by ship. In a protected deep water bay, Puerto Cortes services the Atlantic Ocean, where a great deal of traffic transpires between the Honduran and Central American … Read More    

The Humanitarian Culture of PerSys Medical: An Unscripted Quest to Honduras PerSys Medical’s Josh Nowitz embarks on a personal humanitarian mission outfitting the island of Roatán, Honduras with cutting edge medical devices. Shipwrecks, ancient Mayan ruins, crystal clear waters, lush tropical habitats and exotic sea turtles are just a few … Read More    

Investigations into the kidnapping and subsequent murder of the Honduran HRN Journalist Alfredo Villatoro, has led to multiple arrests – all members of a band for hire. Those arrested now claim they fear for their life, as the intellectual authors of the crime who hired them to assassinate Villatorio may … Read More    

Utila is the second most populated island in the Bay Islands. The majority of the 12 Scuba Dive Shops cater to the international backpackers who flock to the small island in search of inexpensive scuba lessons and certifications. There are, however, several all inclusive scuba diving resorts to … Read More    

Omoa ranks up there with Honduras top destinations for colonial history. White sand beaches and calm waters that carry gentle breezes provide a great view of dolphins who love the harbor. Known as the home of the San Fernando Fort, built by the Spanish in the late 1700′s. Construction of … Read More    

What qualifies as a holiday in Honduras can actually be a bit confusing. In addition to the country-wide official legal holidays, each town or city in Honduras may have a holiday particular to that area, such as a special day for a founding public or religious figure. One example would … Read More    

La Moskitia refers to the largest area of virgin tropical rain forest in the North American hemisphere. A good part of this area is in Honduras, and made up of the Rio Platano Biosphere Reserve (an UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Tawahka Anthropological Reserve, and the Patuca National Park. La … Read More    

Ancient culture meets New World savvy in this popular tourist Mecca. The sound of marimba music rises up off of the cobblestone streets and mixes with the aroma of spiced meats and fresh tortillas being grilled on the street corners, and the voices of townspeople sharing the day in the … Read More