No, this is not yet another copied-and-pasted article on Mexico: If you think the Southern neighbor is the only Latin American country laying claim to wondrous Mayan ruins dating back literal millennia, pristine jungle reserves, and endless miles of unspoiled coastline, you’re in for a big surprise this time. Having welcomed over 3 million visitors …

Looking for a lesser-known vacation hotspot with outstanding natural beauty, rich culture, and diverse wildlife?   Belize is often overlooked in favor of its much bigger and more popular neighbor, Mexico. But to miss Belize would be a big mistake.   Belize has the same ancient Mayan background as Mexico and has a stunning Caribbean …

Sorry to induce flashbacks, but yes, there are still countries switching up their entry requirements. The good news it’s regarding 2025 and not 2020. My how time flies… Following the U.K. and Thailand’s lead, Belize is up next requiring new travel authorization from Americans beginning at an unspecified date in 2025. As winter is now …

We all know Central America for its lush jungles, unspoiled beaches and vibrant Hispanic culture, and in recent years, numerous countries in the region have made great strides in becoming more accessible to tourists, be it improved connectivity or increased safety levels. We’ve had El Salvador, which went from one of the murder capitals of …

If you ever considered visiting a trendy El Salvador for its lush jungle, unspoiled Pacific beaches and vibrant capital city, but you’ve always been taken aback by how dangerous it is––was?––as a destination, we’ve got great news for you. For the first time since records began, the U.S. State Department has added the Central American …

If you’re planning on going on a vacation this upcoming winter, but another all-inclusive hotel in Cancun doesn’t exactly stir the wanderlust in you, perhaps it’s time to head somewhere unexpected, where both a fascinating culture and unique experiences await. A colonial town so well-preserved it was added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, …

Panama has never been an ultra-popular country for U.S. tourists in Central America despite boasting natural resources just as rich as its neighbors’, endless miles of coastline both on the Caribbean and Pacific, and a fascinating cultural heritage. It’s somehow been historically overshadowed by bigger destinations like Costa Rica and Guatemala, but that trend seems …

Not that long ago, you’d probably laugh at the prospect of gang-dominated El Salvador, where corruption is supposedly endemic and violent crime is rampant, ever featuring on a mainstream list of the world’s safest countries. We probably would ourselves at one point, too, but as unlikely as it sounds, especially if you’ve grown used to …

When you think of Latin America, it’s probably tourism giants like Mexico, Argentina and Colombia that come to mind, and that’s only understandable: Between one’s luxurious Caribbean resorts and ancient Mayan sites and the others’ charming colonial cities and delectable street food, they’re often a first-time visitor’s preferred pick when planning a trip to the …

They’ve been teasing us for decades, but time machines never made it to the factory line. While technology has been on the fast track producing futuristic touchscreen phones, Cybertrucks, and now AI developments on the rise, how do we go back in time? Sure, you could stay in your hometown and grab a milkshake at …

With a growing number of U.S. travelers looking for unique experiences when going abroad, Central America has become an incredibly popular destination as of late. Famous for its unspoiled reserves and vibrant Hispanic culture, the narrow isthmus that connects North and South offers suburbia escapees the change of scenery they so desperately seek, at times …

Long gone are the days when Colombia stole the limelight as the fastest-rising destination in Latin America. As the novelty factor expires and crime across the country surges back to the 1990s levels, impacting demand, growth seems to be slowing down. Colombia has been hit with a series of travel warnings since 2022, owing to …