Honduras

Despite being the second largest and second most populated country in Central America, the remarkable nation of Honduras is often overlooked by tourists. Those who do visit tend to take a whirlwind tour of the impressive Mayan ruins at Copán or the Bay Islands, which boasts some exquisite beaches and the world’s second-largest coral reef where snorkeling and diving are exceptional by any standard. However, this astonishingly diverse country has plenty to offer the discerning traveler willing to spend time discovering its hidden treasures. These include the quaint colonial villages of Gracias, Comayagua, the spectacularly scenic rain forests of the Mosquito Coast, which host a number of fascinating indigenous tribes, the boisterous nightlife and numerous skillfully made handicrafts of San Pedro Sula. Whether you seek wild adventure sports, exotic culinary delights or merely a quiet beach lined with palm trees to hang your hammock, Honduras will undoubtedly satisfy your every need.