When I visited El Salvador in 2020, I was constantly side-eyed when sharing my travel plans. This was not only due to the risk of becoming stranded due to rampant pandemic-related flight cancellations but also because El Salvador was notoriously ‘dangerous’. 5 years later, that has all changed, and not without its well-documented share of …

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 …

Lush jungles as far as the eyes can see, sprinkled with towering volcanos and waterfalls, and bordering unspoiled beaches yet to be trodden by the masses: Costa Rica is a wonder of nature, and it’s no wonder Americans can’t get enough of it. It received a record-breaking 2.6 million tourists by air in 2024, the …

Normally considered quite literally a safe bet for an epic vacation of amazing beaches, luxe resorts, and endless jungle excursions, according to both the U.S. State Department and, as of this week, the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica, it seems like the Pura Vida life may not be so ‘pure’ after all… While crime is always a …

It’s not every day we get to report on a country going from being violence-torn and one of the most dangerous in the world to one of the fastest-growing, recognized for its enviable advances on the security front and decreased criminality… Yet here we are. It feels untrue even as we type this out, but El Salvador, …

Are you a digital nomad planning on relocating to Latin America, preferably somewhere sunny and that won’t cost an arm and a leg––or even your life? Due to the staggeringly high prices of long-term accommodation, you might want to avoid Playa Del Carmen and Tulum, and unless you’re well-acclimatized to life in harsh environments, we’d …

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, …