Overview
Its tourist infrastructure may not be in the same league as its Latin American neighbors but Honduras doesn’t need to rely on the hard sell when it comes to attracting visitors. It delivers on history, eco-wonders and exhilarating entertainment. Top attractions range from the Mayan ruins at Copán and the colonial charm of Tegucigalpa, to the timeless ecological expanse of the Mosquito Coast and the annual carnival in La Ceiba.
Known as the original banana republic, scarred by corruption and poverty, it has made efforts to halt its downward slide by diversifying its economy to include tourism. The door has been left ajar for visitors, who can expect inexpensive transport and accommodation as well as a wealth of sights and sounds.
- Get off the beaten track and immerse yourself in the local culture
- Fascinating history
- Beautiful, white sand beaches
- Very cheap to visit and live in
- Amazing array of wildlife
Things you might not know about Teaching English in Honduras
- If you end up in a small town, don’t be surprised if there’s a traditional healer who can prescribe herbal remedies.
- The Soccer War of 1969, fought between Honduras and El Salvador, got its name because of rioting at a World Cup qualifying match between the two countries!
- It was originally known as Higüeras.
- Hondurans is a young, vibrant country where 40% of people are under 15 years of age.
