Blogs from Copán Ruinas, Western, Honduras, Central America Caribbean - page 9

The Parque de Aves, just a short ride outside of Copan, has a short trail next to the river where large enclosures are the homes for various tropical birds. The first enclosure protects about 20 or so scarlet macaws. Visitors can walk right through the enclosure, and be one with the birds. I thought I might be greeted as an old friend, perhaps, but no, these birds tried to drive me away with their noisy protests and taunts. Their responses to me were dreadful, even though I was telling them how beautiful they were and how honored I was to be among them. And they were utterly beautiful, with their crimson plumage, long flowing tails when they flew, and other strong colors of blue, yellow, and green mixed in. I knew they had planned their greeting ... read more

We caught a bus to Chiquimula (I think that´s how you spell it) and from there to the border. No hassles crossing the border. They have a special deal if you´re just going to Copan. There´s a little village called Copan Ruinas which, basically, services the ruins. We found a pleasant enough hotel and booked ourselves in before exploring the town. Found a good bar called Twisted Tanyas. Much recommended should you go there. They also do food. We had excellent tilapia on the second night though on the first night we just had beer. All this time there was thunder and lightening in the mountains. The rain came down as we were heading out to eat so we ducked into the nearest restaurant. Where there was another powercut (did I mention the first powercut?). We ... read more

Our numbers have come up on the Honduran mid week lottery!!! 2,000,000 Limpiras that's about 60K!!!!!!!!!! So happy that we got pressured in to buying a ticket now. First class all the way..... time for some fun bubbles! We'll update when we know what's happening next xxxx ... read more

5 Tage Copan Ruinas Wir wohnten im ViaVia Cafe, das nicht nur Bar und Restaurant ist, sondern auch 5 huebsche Zimmer zu vermieten hat. Dass unser Zimmer sehr nahe der Bar lag hatte vor wie Nachteile: wir konntn direkt von der Bar ins Bett stolpern, aber an schlafen war nicht wirklich zu denken, weil wir das Gefuehl hatten das unsere Betten direkt neben den Boxen standen.... Ausschlafen liess es sich dafuer ziemlich gut. Auch das Essen im ViaVia ist sehr gut - wir nahmen die meisten Malzeiten dort ein. Wir verbrachten gemuetliche Tage, waren aber nicht total untaetig: Wir besuchten den Macaw Mountain (Vogelpark), der Maya Ruinen und das Casa Mariposa (Schmetterlingshaus). Alles sehr huebsch. Highlights waren die Aras die einem in der grossen Voliere um die Koepfe flogen, die schwierig zu fotografierenden Schmetterlinge, die auf ... read more

We took Hedman Alas bus from Antigua to Copan Ruinas in Honduras after a one night stay in Antigua. So long Antigua, we will not see you again after passing this way three times! The seats on Hedman Alas were pure luxury! When we got to Honduras, the immigration officer was a joker imitating a lion for “Leona” and me as poquino for “jr.” Everyone is a comedian! Arrived in Copan Ruinas which is a funky little town of 6000 people two miles from the Mayan Ruins. Took a tuk-tuk to our hotel. We were staying on the edge of “town” four blocks from the center of town. The hills around town are full of birds and Casa Del Café B&B is great place to stay. Great people in a quiet area. We went to the ... read more