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Honduras Do's and Dont's, Honduras

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Do make international calls and faxes from the local office of Hondutel (the national phone company) rather than from your hotel, which will add a sizable surcharge. There are phones that accept phone cards all over the country. These cards are inexpensive and can be used for domestic or international calls.

Do pick up a copy of Honduras Tips. It's full of useful information and is available at virtually all major hotels, restaurants and stores.

Don't be alarmed by unexpected loud noises - Hondurans often celebrate events with firecrackers, sometimes in the early morning hours.

Do take along plenty of insect repellent for the pesky mosquitoes and no-see-ums if you are stopping at the Bay Islands or along the north coast. Some locals claim oil - coconut, baby and vegetable - is the best defense against sand fleas. The bugs are very tiny, and they drown in it. The oil can increase the risk of sunburn, however, so be careful. The garrapatas (war ticks) that live in the jungles of the Bay Islands are also to be avoided: They cause a nasty itch.

Don't buy coral products or seashells - it contributes to the destruction of the coral reef. And don't touch any coral when you're diving or snorkeling. Also, don't take anything from an archaeological site that may look even remotely like an artifact: It's punishable by fines and prison sentences.

Do take along small bills for spending money. Most shops, except those in large commercial districts, can't exchange large bills of any currency. To protect against pickpockets, travelers may want to divide up their cash into small quantities to put in different places.