AGP Executive Report

Tourism and Indigenous Rights: A Honduran decree prioritizing tourism and other industries could weaken Indigenous communities’ land protections. Garifuna residents of San Andrés and Cayos Cochinos say they are already feeling the effects and are defending their land. Regional Tourism Deals: Honduras joined five other countries at the Central America Travel Market in Guatemala City, where tourism businesses are seeking partnerships with international buyers to bring in future visitors. Cruises to Roatán: MSC’s World America sails Caribbean routes from Miami with a stop in Roatán, putting Honduras on the itinerary of a new generation of large cruise ships.

Drought Pressure: El Niño has dried wells and rivers in Honduran communities and damaged harvests, raising food insecurity concerns in the country’s Dry Corridor. Tourism Trade: Honduras joined five other countries at the Centroamérica Travel Market in Guatemala City, where tourism businesses are pursuing international partnerships and future bookings. Air Access: Frontier Airlines has cut 21 international routes, including a Honduras service; the report does not specify the route or replacement options. Roatán Cruises: MSC World America’s Caribbean itineraries include Roatán, giving visitors another large-ship option for reaching the island.

Tourism Trade: Honduras joined Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic at the Centroamérica Travel Market in Guatemala City, where tourism businesses are courting international buyers and tour operators for future bookings. Roatán Cruises: MSC World America sails from Miami on Caribbean itineraries that include Roatán, keeping the Honduran island on the route for cruise travelers. Air Connectivity: Frontier Airlines has dropped an international route serving Honduras from its network this year; the report does not identify the specific Honduran destination. Travel and Safety: New internal U.S. assessments compare violent-crime rates in Honduras with some American cities, despite public warnings about regional risks. The assessments are for asylum decisions and do not replace travel guidance for visitors.

Cruise Connections: MSC World America’s Caribbean itineraries include Roatán, putting the Honduran island on the route of a major ship marketed to North American travelers. Regional Tourism Deals: Honduras joined five other countries at the Centroamérica Travel Market in Guatemala, where tourism businesses met international buyers seeking partnerships and future bookings. Air Access: Frontier has cut 21 international routes this year, including service to a Honduran destination; the airline has not scheduled the affected routes to return in 2027. Reef Snorkeling: A Caribbean beach guide highlights Honduras among destinations where visitors can snorkel reefs directly from shore, without booking a boat trip.

Tourism Trade: Honduras is among six countries showcasing destinations at Centroamérica Travel Market 2026 in Guatemala City, where hoteliers and tour operators are seeking international partnerships that could bring future bookings. Air Access: Frontier Airlines has cut 21 international routes this year, including a route linking Atlanta with Honduras, reducing one option for travelers heading to the country. Regional Competition: El Salvador has proposed $85.5 million for tourism initiatives and infrastructure in 2027 after welcoming 3.2 million international visitors in the first eight months of 2026.

Air Access: Frontier Airlines has cut 21 international routes this year, including a service to Honduras, trimming flight options for travelers. Roatán Tourism: The island is drawing fresh attention with new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene. Reef Snorkeling: A roundup of Caribbean beaches highlights Honduras among destinations where visitors can snorkel reefs straight from shore, without booking a boat.

Air Connectivity: Frontier Airlines has cut 21 international routes this year, including service involving Honduras. The changes span 10 U.S. airports; the report does not specify which Honduras route was affected. Regional Outlook: The IMF forecasts Honduras’ economy will grow 3.3% in 2026, ahead of Belize’s projected 1.9% growth. Roatán Tourism: The island is drawing attention for new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene, reinforcing its appeal for visitors. Reef Snorkeling: A Caribbean beach guide includes Honduras among destinations where travelers can snorkel reefs straight from shore, without a boat.

Religious Travel: Nicaragua’s first temple was dedicated in Managua on Oct. 18. For decades, Nicaraguan Latter-day Saints traveled to Honduras and other countries to attend a temple; the new site brings those journeys closer to home. Reef Snorkeling: A Caribbean beach guide highlights Honduras among places where visitors can reach reefs and marine life directly from shore, without a boat. Roatán Tourism: The island is drawing attention for new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene.

Caribbean Snorkeling: A new beach guide highlights Honduras among Caribbean destinations where visitors can snorkel over reefs straight from shore, without booking a boat. Roatán’s Rising Profile: The island is drawing attention with new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene, strengthening its appeal for travelers planning a Caribbean escape. Regional Travel: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, surpassing tourism expectations and underscoring Hondurans’ importance to the neighboring country’s visitor economy.

Roatán: The island is drawing fresh attention, with new nonstop flights, diving and a growing hotel scene highlighted as tourism drivers. Reef Snorkeling: A Caribbean beach guide includes Honduras among destinations where travelers can reach reefs straight from shore, without a boat. Regional Travel: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, underscoring strong cross-border travel demand.

Roatán’s Tourism Rise: The island is drawing attention with new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene, strengthening its appeal as a Caribbean getaway. Easy Reef Access: A new guide to Caribbean beaches highlights Honduras among destinations where visitors can snorkel reefs straight from shore, without booking a boat. Regional Travel: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, a sign of strong cross-border tourism.

Roatán Travel: The island is drawing fresh attention with new nonstop flights, renowned diving and a growing hotel scene. Regional Tourism: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, underscoring strong cross-border travel. Reef Snorkeling: A Caribbean beach guide includes Honduras among destinations where swimmers can reach coral reefs straight from shore, without a boat.

Garífuna Land Rights: A new Honduran law has sparked backlash over Garífuna ancestral lands, a key issue for communities and the places visitors come to experience. Regional Travel: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, surpassing tourism expectations and underscoring strong cross-border travel. Roatán Spotlight: The island is gaining momentum with new nonstop flights, renowned diving and a growing hotel scene.

Roatán Tourism: The island is drawing fresh attention as nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene boost its appeal to travelers. Regional Travel: El Salvador reported more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, highlighting strong cross-border travel during the holiday period.

Roatán Tourism: The island is drawing more attention, with new nonstop flights, world-class diving and a growing hotel scene. Tourism and Land Rights: A Honduran law covering tourism projects has sparked opposition from Garífuna and other groups, who say it could weaken ancestral land protections and intensify land disputes. Regional Travel: El Salvador welcomed more than 200,000 Honduran visitors during Morazán Week, highlighting strong cross-border travel demand.

Cruise News: Princess Cruises’ 2028–29 Americas season includes 141 Caribbean sailings and a stop at Isla Tropicale in Roatán, giving the island another place on major cruise itineraries. Roatán Access: New nonstop flights from two Canadian cities are expected this winter as hotels expand, offering more options for visitors planning longer stays focused on the island’s reefs and diving. Land Rights: A new Honduran law has drawn criticism from Indigenous and peasant groups, who say it could weaken Garífuna communities’ claims to ancestral land along the Caribbean coast. Regional Travel: El Salvador says Honduran visitor numbers during Morazán Week surpassed expectations, underscoring strong cross-border tourism demand.