Utila is one of the best places in the world for scuba diving. You may not have heard of this little island off the coast of Honduras, but if you want to learn to dive, or to dive in in one of the best locations for scuba diving, you had better learn more about Utila! I took my PADI diving course in Utila, and here’s why I think diving in Utila is the best in the world : READ MORE:…
Copan Ruinas was my first stop in Honduras. Just across the border with Guatemala, it was a shame not to visit another country on my way past. I didn’t expect to stay in Honduras long, but I quickly saw that there was more to Honduras than the media may tell you. Forget the warnings about safety in Honduras, Copan was one of the safest places I visited in Central America! When looking for where to stay in Copan Honduras, I…
Originally, I wasn’t planning to go to Honduras at all, but I am so glad I did! I just had a glimpse of this beautiful country, exploring Mayan Ruins, snorkelling in crystal clear waters, and learning to dive in Utila. I decided to take my PADI Openwater dive course with Utila Dive Center, and had a great time (most of the time!). Read on to see how I got on diving in Utila, and if I managed to get my…
Copan Ruinas, or Copán as its more commonly known, is a small, pretty town in Honduras close to the Guatemala border. It is on the tourist map due to the Mayan archaeological site 1km from the centre of town. As a first impression, it made me want to explore more of Honduras, one of the countries in Central America where few people seem to visit. Read on to find out more about Honduras, and Copan Ruinas. Find accommodation in Copan on…