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October 2012 Edition

Honduras’ colonial town of Trujillo, founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1525, is Central America’s first mainland cruise destination!

The fascinating history of the banana trade influences our architecture and theme. “Banana Coast” offers a fun day in the tropics.

Banana Coast, is the first mainland cruise destination in Honduras and nearing completions for a 2012 opening. Themed “Where the Rainforest Meets the Sea,” Banana Coast will ultimately host post-Panamax cruise ships into the Bay of Trujillo.
 

The projects represent a US$20 million investment and is being developed by the Grande Trujillo Authoridad; a partnership between the Municipality of Trujillo, an Investor Group, and Life Vision Developments; in partnership with Global Destinations.

Banana Coast Landing consists of a dock capable of accommodating up to two post-Panamax cruise ships, a themed retail shopping destination of 50,000 Square Feet, a transportation hub, and an excursions marina. Guests will depart on an array of tours featuring the fabulous flora and fauna of Honduras’ North Coast, cultural and historical exhibits. T

More than just the beach, Banana Coast has natural diversity for visitors to experience firsthand:

• Waterfalls, Rivers & Streams

• Mountains

• Tropical rainforest

• Guaimoreto Lagoon Nature Reserve with mangrove ecosystem, rare roseate spoonbills and hummingbirds

• Sandy beaches, coral reefs, and crystal waters

The Caribbean destination is supported by the Campo del Mar Park System, featuring agriculture, flowers and gardens, animals and wildlife, a historical museum, 15th Century Spanish road, rivers and beach.

The Bay of Trujillo is a deep water natural harbor and was the first mainland landing spot of Christopher Columbus in 1502 during his fourth and final voyage to the New World. A two-ship cruise dock and themed retail shopping village are under development at the heart of the colonial city, near the Santa Barbara Fort, cannons and charming cobblestone streets.

Honduras has a rich cultural heritage. At Banana Coast, visitors will experience the cultures of the Afro-Caribbean Garifuna, and the peaceful Pech Indians.

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