What TikTok Gets Right and Wrong About Travel in Central America
TikTok shows Central America at its most visually compelling, but not always at its most accurate. Here’s how travelers should use it wisely.
Is the Water Safe to Drink in Central America?
In this article, we take a look at one of the main questions that visitors to Central America ask. Is the water safe to drink in Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama?
How to Celebrate Easter in Nicaragua
Easter in Nicaragua stands apart with its aquatic ceremonies, oxcart pilgrimages, and the famous dog blessing festival. Experience a Semana Santa like nowhere else.
My Sancocho Recipe: A Perfect Panamanian Hangover Cure
Lee Elliott learned early on in Panama that the best cure for a hangover is a hearty bowl of sancocho.
Irish Bars in Central America: Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
If you’re in Central America searching for a place to wet your whistle this St. Patrick’s Day, look no further. Here are five Irish bars in Central America to celebrate in 2026 (plus honorary Irish places for the day in Belize and Nicaragua).
How to Celebrate Easter in Honduras
Craving an authentic Easter experience? Honduras delivers with handcrafted sawdust carpets, traditional processions, and great food!
How to Celebrate Easter in Guatemala
Easter in Guatemala is famous for its Semana Santa processions, colorful alfombras, and centuries-old traditions. Learn what to expect during Holy Week.
Comparing the 2025 Costa Rica Homicide Rates With the Rest of Central America (and the Wider World)
Looking at the 2025 Costa Rica homicide rate compared to its neighbors.
How to Celebrate Easter in El Salvador
Salvadoran blogger Eddie Galdamez offers his recommendations for the best places to enjoy and experience Easter in El Salvador.
Best Long-Weekend Trips in Central America
Discover the best long-weekend trips in Central America, from volcano hikes and colonial cities to dive breaks that fit easily into a 3–4 day trip.