Spider monkeys, camouflaged vine snakes, and lizards that walk on water. Lush jungles, thundering waterfalls, and tropical rainstorms. From their green mountains and white-sand beaches to expansive coffee fields and active volcanoes, Guatemala and Belize await. Grab your hiking shoes and go discover Tikal’s 2000 year old ruins, or learn to speak Spanish in Xela. Tan on the Caribbean coast, explore ancient temples, or camp in the jungle. Give back by promoting fair trade practices in Quetzaltenango before jetting off to play drums with the Garífuna Maya. These two Central American countries are chock full of things to do and see.
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The most important factor to consider when planning a trip to Central America is the rainy season, or invierno (winter). Central America’s rainy season generally occurs between May and November. Predictably ...more
If you’re looking to explore the deep blue, these two countries are the place to be. With the Caribbean Sea to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, the region is literally surrounded by some ...more
Over 2000 years ago, the inhabitants of Northern Guatemala begin hauling huge slabs of limestone out of the ground and thrusting them skyward, constructing temples and palaces more than 70m high. The ...more
Blessed with one of the most breathtaking and extensive park systems in the world, Central America is a nature-lover’s paradise. The diversity of the region caters to every whim—whether you’re ...more
Markets Chichicastenango. If you can find some energy after trying to pronounce this town’s name, use it to head out to the Thursday and Sunday textile markets Chichi is famous ...more
Okay, so maybe ripping tasty waves isn’t for you. Perhaps the idea of trekking through jungles makes you nauseous. Maybe you’re one of those who gets claustrophobic when wearing a snorkel mask. Don’t ...more
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