Utila Princess

Utila Princess Ferry  The Utila Princess is the only larger passenger ferry servicing Utila at this time, the route is Utila to La Ceiba and return. The cost is 400 lempiras, which is about $21 usd each way, and takes about 1 hour to travel the 18 miles by sea.     Daily Schedule for the Utila Princess: Utila Princess Departs Twice daily from Both La Ceiba and Utila     Depart Utila for La Ceiba: 6:20 am, 2:00 pm        Depart La Ceiba for Utila: 9:30 am, 4:00 pm        Reservations are not taken or necessary (unless you have a very large group)     UtilaGuide tip: If you tend to get seasick,  consider doing yourself a favor and ask for a seasick tablet when buying your ticket- they are free.  Best to take 45 minutes ahead of time. It will make you sleepy, so you can always try half too! UtilaGuide tip: (from Gonzo in La Ceiba):  If there is bad weather, call ahead to make sure it’s running. Their number is: 425-3390 and they are bilingual English and Spanish.   Utila Princess Ferry Prices: Adults : 400 Lempiras (approx $USD 21 one-way) Children (aged 6 – 12 years) : Travel 1/2 price if accompanied by an adult Read More

Thanksgiving on Utila?

Thanksgiving on Utila? Si Si! Though traditionally a US holiday, Thankgiving represents a time to give thanks and share time with friends and family. Here on Utila, folks get together, share meals, and help one another. Here are a few Thanksgiving options for locals, expats, and visitors to join in with:

Fancy Fish Art Gallery Utila

  Outside Entrance into Fancy Fish Gallery, Utila Looking for that perfect one of a kind gift from Utila?  Take a look at  Fancy Fish Art Gallery!   Located on the water, in the Mariposa building (the big yellow one), just below El Picante Restaurant,  Fancy Fish is a relative newcomer to the Utila Gift Shop scene and features a variety of art and handicrafts. They are making their niche in finding one of a kind artwork from artists living in Honduras. Proprieter Judy La Roche has done a fantastic job of collecting one of a kind pieces and featuring real artists- not just assembly line pieces.  Many of her pieces are very affordable too- offering something from everyone. Featuring paintings, masks, baskets, ceramics, photography, clothing, wraps, and more.   If you are looking for gifts for others or for your home, take a look at Fancy Fish!   Fancy Fish Store Gallery Owner Judy- who features some great creations of her own too! Street Entrance (at night) to Fancy Fish Gallery. Located just next to Banco AtlantidaFancy Fish Store Owner Judy- who features some great creations of her own too!                   Fancy Fish Gallery Read More

Utila Environmental Awareness Weekend: Cleaning, Recycling, and Reusing in Utila, Sept 16 and 17

Environmental Awareness Event: Cleaning, Recycling, and Reusing in Utila, Sept 16 and 17. Showing of the documentary “Plastic Planet” with discussion, followed by next day beach clean up and intro to turtle monitoring.

“Plastic Planet” -Special Environmental Awareness Event- Friday Sept 16

Special Environmental Awareness Event- Friday Sept 16: 6th of September, 7 pm at BICA (Bay Islands Conservation Assocation) office. “Plastic Planet: Documentary by Werner Boote” is an insightful journey around the globe to present the up-close and personal view of the controversial and fascinating material that has found its way into every facet of our daily lives: plastic.

Utila Dive Center (UDC)

Utila Dive Center (UDC)

“Utila Dive Centre was the first dive school and dedicated full service facility in Utila. After years of growth and hard work, Utila Dive Centre is now a PADI Gold Palm Resort and Career Development Center, a National Geographic Dive Center, and the first and only DSAT and IANTD Technical Diving facility in Central America.