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Live & Prosper in Honduras Seminar |
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Dear Friend, Maybe you’ve dreamed of escaping to the Caribbean, lured by visions of an easier, less stressful lifestyle. But one by one, “mainstream” Caribbean destinations have been discovered and developed – and prices have skyrocketed – before you could stake your claim. Maybe you thought it was too late… I’m writing today to reassure you that the dream-filled Caribbean of your imagination are waiting for you in Honduras – just two hours from the States – with housing and land costs that are a mere fraction of what you’ll find on its Caribbean cousins. Just ask International Living reader Penny Leigh – a former full-time resident of Colorado. She first visited Roatan, a tiny Caribbean island off the north coast of Honduras, in early 2000 with her partner Tony. According to Penny, they knew within days that Honduras was where they wanted to enjoy the rest of their lives. After three trips to Roatan, a year liquidating their Colorado gift shop, and many home garage sales and donations to shed a rural, mountain, winter lifestyle, they finally moved to Roatan in March of 2005. Now they live in a beachfront home surrounded by lush, green jungle. Constant trade winds keep them cool – year-round. And the only sounds they hear are crashing waves, rustling palm trees, and the lively chatter of majestic Red Macaws that often frequent their property. Sunrises, Stargazing, and Swimming with Seahorses… |
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| Honduras sits at the knee of Central America and possesses a spectacular 400 miles of unspoiled Caribbean coastline and another 80 miles of Pacific coast. All year round, temperatures hover in the 80s – with cooler, forested areas inland. Jaguars, armadillos, toucans, and herons complete this scene of a wild, untamed paradise. The Bay Islands – and the coral reef surrounding them, which is second in size only to the Great Barrier Reef – have been a well-kept secret of divers, snorkelers, and explorers around the world for many years. But there’s much more to this tropical paradise than you might have thought… |
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What most people don’t realize (a fact that can work in your favor) is that Honduras is a far cry from the “banana republic” of the past. It is one of the most secure environments in Latin America, enjoying freedom from the organized political violence and military power struggles that have plagued some of its neighbors.
| “I’m so glad Ron and Janine have been here and will continue to be here for us. The presenters and participants all seemed to click well together. I already feel I have a community here. Ron and Janine are the best!” - Pamela Eslinger - Minneapolis, MN |
Honduras maintains close and friendly ties with the U.S. and has made good use of the billions of dollars in foreign aid it received after Hurricane Mitch. The effects of that hurricane have been reduced to a memory, as the roads, bridges, and infrastructure have been rebuilt to be better than before. This year, as part of the G8 summit, most of Honduras’ foreign debt was forgiven, with the requirement that the money saved go into improved infrastructure.
Today’s Honduras is peaceful, safe, incredibly beautiful – and loaded with opportunities for relaxed and prosperous living. As I’ll explain in more detail in a moment, there’s something for everyone in Honduras…
At this three-day Live and Prosper in Honduras Seminar we’ll tell you everything you need to know for your particular circumstance, from finding or building your dream home to financing your property purchase…from shipping your household goods here to residency and visa requirements…from setting up health and property insurance to banking and tax information…plus the inside scoop on day-to-day living and more.
The International Living Insiders Are Waiting For YouThis hot new travel and investment destination is not new at all to International Living. We’ve been watching it for a while (10 years!), getting our people in place, setting up our local office, making the connections on the ground to help you identify the best deals and opportunities. With their help and inside information, you’ll discover:
You don’t have to let another Caribbean opportunity slip through your fingers this time! Not when you have an entire team of experts and experienced expatriates waiting to share with you everything they know about the world that awaits you in Honduras. |
At the foot of the impressive Pico Bonito Mountain, and just a 2-hour ferry ride across the sea to the increasingly popular Roatan, is the hippest hot-spot along the coast of Honduras: the town of La Ceiba. This vibrant city – the third largest in Honduras – will serve as home base for our three-day information-packed seminar.
We believe the mainland coast right now hides the best bargains to be found in this beautiful country but you’ll also have opportunities to visit Roatan, or the other quieter, more secluded islands of Utila and Guanaja – along with select spots across the mainland, too.

Just two hours by air from either Houston or Miami, you’ll discover quintessential Caribbean surroundings – miles of white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and fiery sunsets. I should warn you, there’s a very good chance you won’t want to leave. You wouldn’t be the first…
One International Living reader, a real estate developer, was looking for a relaxed, family-oriented place to raise his children. He and his wife scoured opportunities in Belize, Costa Rica, and the U.S. Virgin Islands – but they were all too rich for their bank account. Then, they found Roatan, and knew this was the place. Today, this happy IL reader has built and sold dozens of island dream homes designed to suit the needs of small investors and adventure travelers.
Another benefit of living and prospering in Honduras is the exchange rate – now at 19 lempiras to the U.S. dollar – that stretches your money even further in a country that is already among the least expensive in Latin America. Plus, you can pay for your property – or even your daily staples – in either U.S. dollars or lempiras, whichever you happen to have on hand.
There’s also no need to worry about getting medical assistance in Honduras. An American doctor has opened an eight-bed hospital on the east end of Roatan – with appointments running just $10 to $15 each. Prescriptions are an even more affordable endeavor, typically 40% less than you’d pay in the States. And though you hate to think you’ll need it, it’s comforting to know there is a major medical hospital in San Pedro Sula that is staffed with graduate doctors from Harvard, Yale, Tulane, and other fine Universities from the States.
What Is Your Definition of Paradise? “There are no traffic jams, no snarling at each other, no hurry, rarely a raised voice… All the stress and disillusionment with life in general that was dragging us down has vanished.” |
The press and the tourists have put Honduras squarely on the map. The Washington Post named Honduras the “6th top new global destination for 2004,” and reality television wasn’t too far behind. Viewers fell in love with Roatan when they watched “Temptation Island”. Many have been tempted indeed.
A brisk rate of tourism is the underpinning of a solid economy. Honduras can boast an 18% to 20% a year rise in tourism over the last two years. Compare this to a 6% to 12% increase in Mexican tourism over the same time period and you can easily see why we feel we are on the early end of a coming boom – one that you won’t want to miss.
| “There was an extremely wide variety of info on both the islands & mainland. Thanks to Ron & Janine for organizing an extremely informative & enjoyable conference. We think the speakers were top notch. We definitely got our money’s worth!” - Teri & Chuck Oberman - Iowa, IA |
While word is getting out about Honduras, it’s still not too late to stake your claim. In fact, many would say the timing is absolutely perfect. Early investors, both big and small, have taken the early risks necessary to prove the opportunity is for real.
Such as billionaire co-founder of Microsoft, Paul Allen, who occasionally anchors his yacht off the West End beach area of Roatan. Or the six cruise lines that bring tourists from Europe and the U.S. The airlines and hotel operators who have spent millions to transform Honduras from yet another misunderstood and overlooked Latin American country – to one of the hottest, up and coming destinations on the travel (and global investment) scene.
You’ll be perched at an enviable location – in La Ceiba with the Bay Islands on one side, and the run of the mainland on the other.

While the islands are breathtaking and serene – with plenty of real estate, business, and other opportunities to explore – they are by no means the only worthwhile location this country has to offer. The mainland is simply dripping with history, ancient secrets, and mysteries among its verdant valleys and forests.
For a little nightlife, a $12 game of golf at a respectable course, some well-deserved shopping – not to mention some great property deals – you can start exploring right in the backyard of your glamorous resort. La Ceiba is renowned among locals and tourists alike for its beach-side discos, hotels, shopping centers, fine restaurants, and enough activity to liven things up.
The ancient Mayans chose Copan as their capital city from the 400s to the 800s AD – no doubt because it was one of the most beautiful with a near-perfect climate year-round. Steeped in history, you’ll find this small town full of Mayan pyramids and temples, plus the Hieroglyphic Staircase which contains the longest stretch of hieroglyphic text in the world. Stroll the cobbled streets, take in the hot springs and waterfalls – or go hiking and horseback riding.
San Pedro Sula is where you’ll find many of the U.S.-based companies – such as Fruit of the Loom, Maidenform, Hanes, Outer Banks, Wrangler, Oshkosh B’Gosh, and numerous other multinational firms. Tela and Trujillo offer a wide array of leisure activities, professional services, handicrafts such as the local passion for wood carving, a Botanical Garden, a butterfly farm, and one ancient, sacred site after another commemorating the solid history of the region.
And if you want the best of both worlds – convenience, cosmopolitan shopping, museums, and culture, but still that peaceful island pace – look no further than the capital city of Tegucilgapa. The climate is tropical, but the near 4,000-foot elevation provides cooler temperatures than the beaches. You’ll meet Christian Wing, the owner and developer of one of Tegucilgapa’s premier communities, Villa Elena – and learn about country club living just 20 minutes from the airport – but a world away in every other sense.
| “This was my first IL conference after having been a Lifetime Member for more than two years. All speakers were readily available for individual discussion both during the conference and in the restaurant/bar afterwards. I would certainly join another International Living conference as I feel the sourcing of the information and quality of the introduction will save a lot of groundwork and provide reliable professionals who will be invaluable for those considering a future life and/or investment in a foreign land.” - David H. M. Walker - Gassin, France |
Imagine, too, how well you could live in any one of these properties:
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To put these kinds of deals into perspective, consider that you’d have to spend around $2.5 million to get near the beach in the Cayman Islands. The average sale price of a house in the Bahama’s Harbour Island is in the $500,000 to $700,000 range – and can go up to $2.5 million and beyond. Even in Belize – often considered the cheaper paradise – comparable homes would run at least $350,000 to $500,000 and up.
There’s simply no better deal to be had in any other Caribbean country. But don’t take my word for it – come and check out the promise of Honduras for yourself.
Certainly you could come down here on your own and learn about the place – wander into a real estate office or find an attorney to answer your questions. But you take your chances when you just walk in off the street without knowing for sure if you’ve found someone you can trust.
I urge you instead to take advantage of our 10 years of experience in this country, plus the on-the-ground expertise of our local office coordinators, Janine and Ron Goben. There’s just nothing like landing in a foreign county, and being hosted by friends who have already picked out the best sights and restaurants and opportunities for you to visit during your stay.
You’ll Have Fun Too…Although you’re coming to learn - it’s not going to be all work and no play! We have plenty of social activities planned. From sunset cocktail receptions to group dinners you’ll have plenty of opportunities to mingle with our experts, expats, and your fellow attendees. |
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| And when you’re not in meetings you can enjoy the fabulous amenities of the Quinta Real hotel - located right on the Caribbean Sea in La Ceiba. From the white sand beach, sea-front swimming pool, spa and gym, restaurant and bars, the hotel provides you with exciting options for relaxation and enjoyment. It’s going to be an exceptional experience unlike any other. |
In just three days, you’ll meet other like-minded people, gather reliable and solid advice, identify tried-and-true contacts who will treat you well, and feel confident that you have found the best deals possible in the shortest amount of time. That kind of confidence and certainty is invaluable when you are thinking about making a big move or investment in a new country.
Join our entire team of expats and professionals – for less than you might have imagined…
BONUS REPORT #1 Honduras – The Owner’s Manual |
This manual gives you everything you need to travel, buy real estate, or retire in Honduras. We've included contacts and how-to information in every chapter, filling this new edition of Honduras: The Owner's Manual with the kind of first-hand, on-the-ground insights you can only gather when you live in a place. Trying to gather this information on your own would take years and years of painstaking effort. But you won’t ever need to worry about doing that. We’ve done the hard work for you. Nowhere else in the world can you find the detailed, specific, step-by-step information about living, retiring, and starting your own business in this beautiful country than you can in Honduras: The Owner’s Manual. This report offers you an invaluable chance to get the “inside scoop.” You’ll have in hand everything you need to know about living and prospering in Honduras…building a new home on Roatan…renovating a colonial gem in Gracias…finding and buying your own island near the Rio Cangrejal… getting hassle-free title insurance…starting a new adventure tour business…and much, much more. |
BONUS REPORT #2 Choose Your Honduran Paradise The Best Lifestyle Buys in Honduras Right Now |
Not long ago, the IL team discovered hidden, overlooked, yet spectacular Caribbean lifestyle buys where you can live just minutes away from the azure Caribbean Sea--yet wind up spending much, much less than what you probably spend to live at home right now… That’s why we’ve written this hot-off-the-presses report to help you quickly determine which affordable yet amenity-filled Caribbean lifestyle buy could be just right for you... Note: Both these Bonus Reports will be emailed to you in pdf form. |
This unique opportunity to explore the abundant opportunities to live and prosper in Honduras costs just $895 per person (plus just $595 for one guest) for three days of benefit-packed meetings and access to well-informed and experienced contacts who have already been there, done that, and can tell you exactly what to expect – and what to avoid.
In other words: You can bring an associate, a family member, a friend, any guest you like... for over 33% off the regular price.
Plus, to make the seminar even more affordable, we're offering extensive discounts. When you reserve your place by July 25, 2006, you're entitled to $100 per person off the registration fee. That means you and a guest can come for just $1,290.
What's more, if you're an International Living subscriber, you're entitled to an additional $50 off. And, if you are a Lifetime Member, you are eligible for a $150 discount off the registration price no matter when you sign up. Roundtable Members get $200 off. This brings the cost down to $1,090 for both you and your guest.
Located right on the Caribbean Ocean in La Ceiba, the Hotel Quinta Real - where we're hosting this event – is newly finished and was designed to offer all the comfort and amenities you could wish for.
The amenities are first class and include a sea-front swimming pool, spa and gym, a restaurant and bars. Rooms are equipped with all modern amenities including telephone, cable TV, air conditioning, and Internet access.
Quinta Real Hotel |
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We have arranged an excellent rate of just $85 a night (single) or $65 per person for a double room. This rate includes complete buffet style meals, national alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages during the entire period of accommodation and Hotel taxes
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To reserve your room
To make a reservation please visit :
http://www.quintarealhotel.com/index1_eng.htm
Or contact them by e-mail: info@quintarealhotel.com
Or by phone: 504-440-3311 (dial 011 first from the US).
Please mention that you are with the International Living Seminar.
To reserve your place at the seminar, simply CLICK HERE or call our Conference Hotline today at 1-866-381-8446 (toll-free) or 1-410-223-2688.
Please don’t delay. Our previous Live & Prosper in Honduras Seminars have proved extremely popular and we expect the available spaces to fill up quickly and I'd hate for you to miss out. There isn’t much Caribbean gold left – and your turn to get a piece for yourself is at hand.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Peddicord
Publisher, International Living
P.S. It’s no mistake that we have been watching and scouting Honduras for 10 years, and that this is the third of our groundbreaking seminars here. We have taken the pulse of Honduras – and we think the time is right to make your move for the best deals. If you’ve been pining for a Caribbean opportunity that is still affordable, on the verge of discovery, and yet is uniquely situated to remain unspoiled even as popularity arrives, don’t waste another moment and reserve your spot today! There are a limited number of spaces, and they are sure to fill up fast. Make sure one of them is for you.
Important Note: In the interest of full disclosure, we want you to know that International Living may receive commissions from sales at some of the featured developments, including Keyhole Bay and Villa Elena.
EXPERTS AND EXPATS –
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YOUR DAILY SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE*
Monday, September 25, 2006:
8:00-9:00AM Registration (receive your name badge and welcome pack).
9:00AM-2:00PM: General sessions and exhibits.
2:00PM-4:00PM: City Bus Tour
4:00PM-6:00PM: General sessions and exhibits.
6:30PM-7:30PM: Sunset cocktail and cultural reception.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006:
8:30AM-6:00PM: General sessions and exhibits.
7:00PM-10:00PM. Optional group dinner.
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
8:30AM-5:30PM: General sessions and exhibits.
6:00PM-7:00PM: Farewell Cocktail Reception.
View the detailed schedule here
*Speakers and schedule are subject to change.
Registered attendees will be e-mailed a final schedule with complete speaker times and topics prior to the conference. You will also receive a printed version with your welcome pack during registration at the seminar.
Optional Post Seminar Real Estate Tours
During the conference, you’ll get the information you need to help you make an informed decision about living and prospering in Honduras, and you’ll have an opportunity to meet local realtors and developers from various locations in the country. We urge you to schedule appointments and spend the days following the conference looking at opportunities in the areas that interest you.
To help you, we will be running two optional real estate tours following the seminar. We will visit properties and developments on the mainland and the Bay Islands. Note: These are real estate tours, not general sightseeing.
Tour 1: 28 September - La Ceiba and surrounds Property Tour with Janine & Ron Goben
We’ll meet at 8 a.m at the Quinta Real Hotel lobby for a tour of properties and developments in the La Ceiba area. After lunch at the Palma Real Resort we’ll continue the tour before returning to the Quinta Real Hotel in the early evening.
Cost: $30 (includes bus transportation and lunch)
Tour 2: 29-30 September - Roatan Island Real Estate Tour with Janine and Ron Goben
September 29: We’ll leave the Quinta Real Hotel in La Ceiba for the 7:55 a.m morning flight to Roatan where we will commence our bus tour of development properties. After lunch, hosted by Lawson Rock, we’ll resume the development tour of the island before checking into the Sunset Villas hotel. Dinner is at your leisure tonight.
September 30: Meet at 7:30 a.m for a breakfast briefing, where you’ll meet your realtors at Paradise Beach Club restaurant. You’ll view real estate opportunities that exist on Roatan throughout the day, breaking for lunch hosted by Roatan Realty.
We’ll catch the 6 p.m flight back to La Ceiba, returning to the Quinta Real Hotel in La Ceiba.
(Note: You will need to make your own arrangements for accommodation at the Quinta Real Hotel).
Cost: $250 per person (sharing) or $315 (single). This includes roundtrip airfare from La Ceibato Roatan, bus transportation for 2 days, 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, luxury hotel accommodation onRoatan and Roatan Real Estate material).
IMPORTANT: These tours are only available to seminar attendees and Space on both tours is strictly limited. Please contact us in advance to guarantee availability.
Phone: 1-866-381-8446 or +1-410-223-2688 or email events@internationalliving.com
PRICE: 1 person = $895; 2 people = $1,490 (guest or spouse pays just $595)
The conference includes all seminars and informal Q&A sessions, introductions to contacts in Honduras, a welcome cocktail reception, a farewell cocktail reception, all coffee breaks, and travel and accommodation assistance from our staff. Your international airfare and hotel transfers are not included in the price of the seminar.
** Speakers and schedule are subject to change.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT -- SAVE $100 PER PERSON! When you reserve your place by July 25, 2006, you're entitled to $100 per person off the registration fee. That means you and a guest can come for just $1,290.
Discount Price: 1 person = $795; 2 people = $1,290
ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO INTERNATIONAL LIVING: No matter when you sign on, if you're a subscriber to the print edition of International Living, you are eligible for a $50 discount off the registration price.
Discount Price for print-edition subscribers who register by July 25, 2006:
1 person = $745; 2 people = $1,240
ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO LATIN AMERICAN INSIDER: No matter when you sign on, if you're a Latin American Insider subscriber, you are eligible for a $100 discount off the registration price.
Discount Price for LATIN AMERICA INSIDER subscribers who register by July 25, 2006:
1 person = $695; 2 people = $1,190
ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT FOR LIFETIME MEMBERS: No matter when you sign on, if you're a Lifetime Member of International Living, you are eligible for a $150 discount off the registration price.
Discount Price for Lifetime Members who register by July 25, 2006:
1 person = $645; 2 people = $1,140
ADDITIONAL DISCOUNT FOR ROUNDTABLE MEMBERS: No matter when you sign on, if you're a Roundtable Member of International Living, you are eligible for a $200 discount off the registration price.
Discount Price for Roundtable Members who register by July 25, 2006:
1 person = $595; 2 people = $1,090
Registration and Payment Details: In order to hold a reservation for the seminar, full payment is due when you register. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and money orders.
(Please note: Please avail of the greatest discount based on your membership status but only one membership discount applies).

Cancellations received before August 25, 2006, will receive a full refund, less a $150 penalty per person. From August 25, 2006 through September 11, 2006 a refund less a $350 penalty per person will be given. After September 11, 2006, the conference fee is non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, please call, fax, or e-mail our offices immediately to avoid any unnecessary charges. In most cases we will be able to hold your payment for you to apply to a future seminar.
Airport Codes:
La Ceiba: LCE
Tegucigalpa: TGU
San Pedro Sula: SAP
Roatan: RTB
TRAVEL ASSISTANCE:
For all your travel needs (including flight assistance and insurance) please contact your travel agency of choice. You may also want to consider one of the many companies that specialize in online reservations and travel assistance, like: www.orbitz.com, www.travelocity.com; or www.expedia.com.
We also suggest you sign up for free e-mail alerts from your preferred airlines, via their websites. In addition, numerous websites -- including www.travelzoo.com, for example -- offer free e-mail alerts highlighting regular specials for a wide range of airlines. Many of these websites offer tips for getting the best flights, such as being flexible with travel dates and airports if possible.
To protect your travel investment, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. Travel insurance protects you from all the unexpected events that can disrupt or cancel your travel plans.

Phone: +1-866-381-8446 ( USA & Canada toll-free) or + 1-410-223-2688
E-Mail: events@internationalliving.com
Disclaimer: International Living and any of its agents and speakers do not provide any individual, personalized investment advice. This conference provides only information to the general public, and at no time should any person acting as an agent or speaker at the conference be relied upon as rendering personalized investment advice. International Living may receive compensation from speakers and presenters selling their respective products at conferences. The compensation may be in the form of a sponsorship fee, flat fee or commission from sales. Advertising you may receive from their companies should not to be construed as originating from or connected in any way to International Living.
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