H.O.L.A. – Health & Opportunities for Latin America is a Canadian organization, (currently in the process to become a “Registered Charity). Founded in early 2010 by Gord Collins and his son Daniel Collins (Owner & Director of AAV). H.O.L.A.’s primary objective is to raise funds to provide assistance with health & education for various non-governmental organizations throughout Latin America.

Enhance your volunteer experience with professional Spanish lessons from this fantastic school in La Ceiba, Honduras. Central American Spanish School (CASS) has been delivering results to its student clients for eleven years. Our Spanish School Staff consists of selected “maestros” (master instructors) who are graduates of Honduran Universities, and many are working on advance degrees. Central American Spanish School (CASS) specializes in private tutoring (one-on-one), and Group classes Students of all levels are welcome!

A local favourite for live music, Expatriates Bar & Grill offers a blend of Honduran & North American pub-fare and the best place to take in a game. Aptly named, this is a longtime favorite of foreigners living in La Ceiba. The specialty is barbecue chicken wings, but just about everything is grilled and good – ribs, shrimp, chicken breasts, veggies. There’s also a large-screen TV with major sporting events, free high-speed internet and long distance calls to Canada and the US.

Take advantage of weekends during your volunteer experience to get out and see some of Honduras’ incredible nature. Garifuna Tours provides professionally guided many day trip tours and adventures including jungle hikes, island tours and white water rafting.

Verge is North America’s magazine for exploring opportunities to study, work and volunteer abroad.Vergre believes that travelling with purpose is a great thing to do—and the best way to get to know the world. Their aim is to help you get out and make it happen! Launched in September 2002, in response to increasing interest in international opportunities and the need for a Canadian perspective on the options available. Verge is now distributed across both Canada and the United States, providing perspectives from both sides of the border.