Honduras Information
Country Overview1. Located about 35 miles off the northern coast of Honduras is the small island of Roatán. Roatán is only 40 miles long and three miles wide, but it is bursting with culture, history, and pristine beaches.2. Roatán is the largest and most developed of the Bay Islands. Roatán contains stunning natural beauty, including the mountainous inner region and miles of sandy white beaches on its shores.3. Roatán is home to the second-largest coral reef in the world, the Mesoamerican Reef, which stretches 700 miles from the Yucatan Peninsula to the Bay Islands. This reef is perfect for snorkelers and divers to explore an underwater garden.4. By the 17th century, more than 5,000 pirates lived on the island of Roatán. Roatán has seen some famous pirates in its time, such as Blackbeard, Van Horn, and Henry Morgan. Thankfully, there are no pirates there today!5. One of the unique residents of Roatán is the famous Roatán sloth. These slow-moving and adorable creatures can often be spotted hanging from trees or making their way through the lush rainforest.CapitalTegucigalpaPopulationHonduras - 10.5 millionRoatán Island - 120,000LanguageThe official languages are Spanish and English, although Spanish is primarily spoken.ReligionThe three main religions are ancestral worship, Catholicism, and Protestantism.ClimateWarm, tropical weather year-round, with the temperature generally staying between 70 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit throughout most of the island in February.CurrencyRoatán uses the U.S. Dollar and the Honduran Lempira. We will exchange money upon arrival for those who wish to do so.PowerUses types A and B for electrical outlets, which is the same as the United States. There is no need for converters.Time DifferenceRoatán is in the Central Time Zone.Food and WaterFood is on U.S. standards. Drink only unopened bottled water or other drinks unless you confirm that it is purified. Unopened water bottles are always safe.

Volunteers Needed
- 5 evangelism speakers, preferably experienced (translators provided)- 20-30 medical professionals—medical, dental, vision and others- Construction volunteers- Children's program leaders/helpers- Support staffThe cap on this trip is 40 participants.

Travel Information
Please follow these instructions carefully when booking your flight:1) Your flight should depart from your airport of choice in the U.S. to the Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport (RTB) on February 19.2) Once you arrive in Roatán, you will be collected from the airport by a member of our team.3) Your flight from RTB should depart on March 2 back to your home unless you arrive early or stay later for personal reasons.4) If you would like to arrive early or stay late for personal leisure, you are responsible for all arrangements, accommodations, and expenses. Please notify us if you choose to do so.5) Please send your itinerary to Cathy Q once you have it.6) Should you need help booking your flights, you may contact Butler Travel in Oregon. They are an Adventist-owned travel agency and can help for a minimal fee. It Is Written is unable to assist you with booking flights. We encourage you to utilize their professional services to get the very best pricing and flights to meet your needs.Butler Travel is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and can be reached at (503) 879-5005.Entry Requirements1) A U.S. Passport is needed to enter Honduras. If you are from another country, please check the requirements for your particular country from Honduran immigration.2) COVID vaccines or testing are NOT required to enter or exit the country.

Accommodations and Meals
1. It Is Written seeks to provide the very best accommodations for reasonable pricing. The mission field will require flexibility and sacrifice. Still, we strive to maintain safety and a comfortable and restful experience.2. Accommodations will be at a local hotel TBD. We will inform you of the final details in our zoom meetings including hotel amenities, etc.3. Please do not book your own hotel reservation. It Is Written will do that for the entire group unless it is before or after the trip dates.4. Participants will have roommates unless you elect to cover the extra cost of your own room, which you must pay for before departure. This cost varies per trip, so you must contact the office for the amount. It is not guaranteed that a single room will always be possible. This will always depend on local availability.5. Local transportation is provided to and from the airport and all trip destinations.6. Three vegetarian meals are provided each day. Due to local limitation, vegan meals are not always an option, although often vegan selections are available. We do our best to have options for both.7. We are unable to accommodate gluten-free or other similar needs. It is often difficult to obtain these items in other countries. However, the food is usually fresh and simple, so these challenges are not as typical as they are in more developed countries. You are welcome to bring any food items that will meet your needs while there. We encourage you to bring a variety of snacks such as crackers, granola bars, peanut butter, etc. No fresh produce may be brought into any country from another country, although fresh fruit and vegetables are in abundance locally. Be sure to pack any liquid items above 3 oz in your checked baggage.8. Any food purchases outside of the three provided meals are the participant's responsibility.9. Most hotels we stay at provide laundry services for a fee.

Early or Late Arrivals and Departures
If you plan to arrive early or stay longer, you are responsible for making all of your hotel and transportation arrangements.Other details will be shared on scheduled zoom meetings. We will have 3 zoom meetings before departure. We will email you with details and instructions as the time approaches.

Medical Requirements
Check online for the recommended vaccines and medicine list and consider visiting your doctor 4-6 weeks before the trip for any further medical advice you need. The CDC can provide helpful information and recommendations. Each recommendation is a personal choice at the discretion of the individual. Participants should consult with their personal physician and make responsible decisions. It Is Written is not responsible for the results of any personal medical decisions.

Payment Deadline
Please register and complete your fee payment as soon as possible. The final deadline is January 19, 2025.If you need an extension beyond this date (due to extenuating circumstances) or have any questions, please call us at the office. Please note that if you are granted extension time, you must pay the remaining fee before departing the country, or your spot will be forfeited, even if you have booked your ticket.If you are viewing this information beyond the deadline and have interest in the trip, please call us. There may still be vacancies left.You will receive an email sometime following your trip registration. We are working on a new system for processing, but for now please know that if you submitted your application, we have it. We will connect with you soon. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office.

Cancellation Policy
If the participant cancels before we have paid for the accommodations, internal flights (where applicable), travel insurance, and meal healdcount plans, we give a full refund.If a participant cancels for any reason after the accommodation and reservations have been made we give a 25% refund. Because these factors vary for each trip, you will need to call the office and discuss these details with us as soon as you need to cancel.

Available Packages
AdultAvailable until January 19, 2025The price covers food, housing, transportation, and travel insurance once you have arrived in the country. It also assists with supplies and expenses for the medical clinic and evangelistic meetings. So, your fee covers all of your in-country expenses, and it supports the medical and evangelism work we will do while there. You will also receive a custom It Is Written mission trip T-shirt and mission gift box willed with exciting gifts useful for your mission experience!Your plane tickets, personal and excursion expenses, or additional baggage fees are separate from this cost. Most people bring $200-$400 for personal spending, but it is at your discretion.Show Less$1,500Deposit:$50Book Now

Available options
Child 8-14 years old$750Deposit: $50

Children ages 8-14 room with parents or chaperone.

Child Birth-7 years old$175Deposit: $50

Children up to 7 years old room with parents or chaperone.