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Is Guatemala Expensive? Our Budget Travel Guide

How much do you need when traveling around Guatemala? One of the most popular countries in Central America, Guatemala is already well-known for its fiery volcanoes, giant Mayan ruins and charming towns. Many also make the visit to see spectacular natural sites such as Lake AtitlĆ”n, Semuc Champey and the Pacific beaches. In this guide…

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Is Guatemala Worth Visiting? 7 Reasons to Travel

Full of smoky volcanoes, giant markets and some of the most novel culture, Guatemala is a must-visit when in Central America. Here we can see many incredible bucket-list destinations such as Lake AtitlĆ”n, Acatenango Volcano and Tikal Ruins, and you could easily overstay here once you get into the swing of things. In this article,…

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The Gringo Trail (Central America): Dan’s Deep Dive into Latin America’s underrated Continent

If you are planning a trip to Central America any time soon, youā€™re in the right place. My name is Dan, and not so long ago, I was on a mission to look for not only the cheapest way, but the most effective way to travel to Central America and beyond. But not just that,…

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Is El Salvador Expensive? Our Budget Travel Guide

How much do you need when traveling around El Salvador? Rapidly growing in popularity, this small Central American nation is now becoming a must-visit for travelers heading through the region. Here we can hike along spectacular volcanoes, chill-out on relaxed Pacific beaches and also visit some awesome Mayan ruins without the crowds. In this guide…

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Is Panama Expensive? Our Budget Travel Guide

How much do you need when traveling around Panama? Home to stunning Caribbean islands, volcanic landscapes and a refreshing capital city, Panama is quite the country to explore when heading through Central America. Travelers do wonder if theyā€™ll need a higher budget here though, especially as Dollars are the official currency in Panama. In this…

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5 Reasons to Visit Santa Ana, El Salvador in 2024

Throughout Central America we can find many beautiful colonial cities and towns, however El Salvadorā€™s Santa Ana may just be that diamond in the rough that you were looking for. Known for its jaw-dropping cathedral, friendly locals and abundance of awesome day trips into the surrounding regions, we feel itā€™s worth heading here when traveling…

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Is Costa Rica Expensive? Our Budget Travel Guide

How much do you need when traveling around Costa Rica? One of the most popular countries you can visit in all of Central America, Costa Rica is already well-known for its beauty and variety of unforgettable experiences. Here we can hike through the tropical rainforest, see many exotic animals and even participate in baby turtle…

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How to get from Antigua to Lake AtitlƔn

If you are currently in Central America, you’ll know that Lake AtitlĆ”n remains one of the biggest bucket-list items for travelers heading through the continent. With amazing volcanic scenery and ancient Mayan cultures tucked away in lakeside villages, youā€™ll also want to make a stop here once you arrive in Guatemala. How to get from…

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Best time to dive Utila

When is the best time to dive Utila? Utila has become one of those ā€œcannot skipā€ destinations for travelers backpacking Central America. Not only is this Caribbean island great for hot weather and its tropical lifestyle, itā€™s also very safe too (especially when compared with the region’s mainland). In this guide weā€™ll explore the best…

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Is Lake Atitlan safe?

Welcome to our Lake Atitlan safety guide. One of the most popular sights to visit in Guatemala, thereā€™s no place quite like Lake Atitlan. Surrounded by volcanoes from all sides and home to various Mayan lakeside towns, itā€™s worth spending more time here to really get to know this special region (unlike most tourists who…