Posts about travel and traveling. Maybe to different places. Maybe the same place.
La Ruta de las Flores might be my favorite part of El Salvador. It’s a collection of tranquil villages resting along a winding road that twists and turns through El Salvador’s western mountains. The climate is cool, the air is clean, the views are gorgeous and the pupusas are cooked fresh. What to Know about […]
Roaming La Ruta de las Flores: Coffee, Waterfalls, and Scenic Villages in El Salvador Read Post »
Some cities immediately blow you away with their beauty and energy. Santa Ana is not one of those cities. However, look beyond the first glance and you’ll find a charming and place with plenty to keep you occupied for a few days. You’ll also find a city full of incredibly friendly, warm people who would
Santa Ana: A Guide to What Might Be the Friendliest Place in El Salvador Read Post »
El Salvador is something of an enigma. For years, the country was synonymous with crime and gangs. Now, El Salvador is poised to reinvent itself as the next big thing in Central American tourism. The country’s sights might not be as magnificent as those of its neighbors, but the El Salvadoran people stand out as
Exploring El Salvador: Central America’s Hidden Travel Gem is Ready to Shine Read Post »
Tikal. The very name conjures up images of majestic, ancient pyramids surrounded by lush green jungle. The ruins of Tikal are some of the most iconic, most visited of all the Mayan ruins. There’s a reason these magnificent stone structures are on nearly everybody’s Guatemalan bucket list. Tikal will always hold a special place in
Tikal: Wandering Through the Mists of Guatemala’s Most Iconic Mayan Temples Read Post »
When it comes to Mayan ruins, Tikal and Chichén Itza are usually the first that come to mind. They’re great, and you should go there, too. But there’s another set of equally impressive ancient Mayan buildings tucked away in a corner of Honduras: the magnificent ruins of Copán. The pyramids here might not be as
Copán Ruinas: Visiting Mayan Ruins and More in Honduras Read Post »
I was really excited to visit Livingston. In fact, when we were planning our backpacking trip through Guatemala, I fully expected Livingston to be a major highlight. A sleepy fishing village on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, full of cool ocean breezes and a friendly Afro-Indigenous culture, what’s not to like? Unfortunately, as is
Tropical Rio Dulce is an underrated destination in Guatemala. The beautiful, lazy river rambles through sumptuous jungle hillsides crammed with tropical birds and insects. It’s also the gateway to Guatemala’s Caribbean coast. There are hidden jungle canyons, natural hot spring waterfalls and plenty of friendly locals. Rio Dulce is also the kind of place where
Rio Dulce: Relaxing and Exploring on Guatemala’s Sweet River Read Post »
Lanquín is a bit of an enigma. It’s the gateway to the hugely popular natural area of Semuc Champey, one of Guatemala’s top tourist attractions. At the same time, the sleepy, tropical town feels both isolated and remote. Unlike the rest of Guatemala’s major tourist hot spots, there are almost no souvenir shops and even
Lanquín, Guatemala: Exploring the Caves and Chocolate Beyond Semuc Champey Read Post »
There are few travel destinations more captivating than Guatemala’s Semuc Champey. White limestone cliffs rise up from the jungle-coated floor, disappearing into swirling whisps of misty clouds. Turquoise water cascades down a series of stepped pools, surrounded by thick green rainforest. Crowds of tourists swarm the whole area, blocking hiking trails as they take their
Is Semuc Champey Worth It? The Real Story Behind Guatemala’s Tourist Hot Spot Read Post »
Poets have written a million words inspired by the beauty of birds and flowers. There are few flowers more beautiful than orchids. And there are even fewer birds more impressive than the Resplendent Quetzal. If you want to see both orchids and quetzals, you have to travel to Cobán, located at the edge of the
Quetzals to Orchids: A Travel Guide to the Birds and Flowers of Cobán, Guatemala Read Post »
