Last Updated: 8/24/23 | August 24th, 2023 Central America is where I started my nomadic life. To this day, it remains one of my favorite regions for backpacking. Flanked by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America connects Mexico to South America and is made up of seven countries. It can be challenging to get […]
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Central America Travel Guide
Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, the slender land bridge of Central America runs from Mexico to South America and is made up of seven countries: Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. Political and civil unrest in the 1980s kept most tourists away for decades (people never forget bad news), […]
How to Get Around Central America on a Budget
Last Updated: 7/10/23 | July 10th, 2023 Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America is a magical region that is perfect for backpacking. The area is full of rainforests, unexplored Mayan ruins, gorgeous beaches, incredible reefs, cheap prices, delicious food, and welcoming people. It can be difficult arranging transportation throughout the region. In […]
El Salvador Travel Guide
El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America. Somewhat bypassed on the tourist trail (it’s tucked away from the main route people take through Central America), this country is filled with natural beauty, forests, beaches, and even the opportunity to view some archaeological sites. While the country has had a […]
Guatemala Travel Guide
Guatemala is the Mayan heart of Central America. Home to ancient historical sites and incredible ruins, dense jungles, colorful architecture, lively markets, and towering volcanoes, Guatemala is a diverse and beautiful country ripe for budget travel. The rugged mountains and jungles offer adventurous travelers a chance to get off the beaten path and explore pristine […]
Overland Travel: How Ryan Drove from Seattle to South America
The Pan-American highway offers over 30,000km worth of adventure. Recently, Ryan and his partner drove the majority of it, overlanding from Seattle to Colombia. Best of all? They did it on a budget. In this interview, they share how they did it, costs, and advice so you can plan an epic cross-continent road trip too!
On Americans & Canadians: Don’t Lie About Your Nationality When You Travel
In this post, I explain why I get enraged when Americans pretend they’re Canadian abroad.
Nicaragua Travel Guide
Known as the “Land of Lakes and Volcanoes,” Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America. Home to Lake Nicaragua (Central America’s largest lake), beautiful islands, expansive volcanic terrain, mangrove swamps, ethereal cloud forests, and tropical rainforests, Nicaragua is a stunning destination with tons of things to see and do — no matter your interests. […]
San Jose Travel Guide
San José, the capital of Costa Rica, isn’t my favorite spot to visit in the country. I usually tell people just to visit for a couple of days before moving on as there are much better places to visit in the country. That said, there are a few things to keep you busy before you […]
Why Americans STILL Don’t Travel Overseas
I once wrote an article about why Americans don’t travel overseas and it’s still one of my all-time most popular posts. This post is a follow-up that dives more deeply into the why and addresses some issues brought forth in reaction to the original post.
Panama City Travel Guide
Panama City is the most developed city in all of Central America and the financial and shipping hub of the region. The modern skyscrapers that have popped up in Panama City since the early 2000s showcase the city’s economic wealth and continuous growth. Today, you can find divine food, plenty of shopping, and a vibrant […]
Honduras Travel Guide
Home to biodiverse jungles, ancient Mayan Ruins, and vast national parks brimming with wildlife, Honduras has a lot to offer budget travelers. There’s a plethora of stuff to do and it’s one of the cheapest countries in Central America. Unfortunately, owing to its violent past, it often gets glossed over for more polished Central American […]