Nicaragua Guide for Backpackers
The land of Lakes and Volcanoes. The cheap alternative to Costa Rica. Whatever you think of when you think of Nicaragua, you can’t deny that…
Latin America
El Salvador Guide for Backpackers
Once considered to have the highest murder rate outside of an active war zone, El Salvador hasn’t historically been a prime holiday destination. Twelve years…
Guatemala Guide for Backpackers
Take your phone and open TikTok. Now whisper the word “solo trip” 3 times near your microphone. Swipe a few times. You should now be…
Juayua to San Salvador: El Salvador’s longest travel day ever
“The bus to San Salvador is really frequent,” my friend promised me over a pile of empty cans of Pilsener. We were sat in the…
A Guide to Getting from San Juan del Sur to San José by Bus
Sunday Funday is one of the main parties on the Central American portion of the Gringo Trail. You spend all day drinking in the sun…
Climbing Santa Ana Volcano on a Budget: A Backpacker’s Guide
It’s a beautiful day and we’re perched on a rock atop an active volcano. Peering into the most spectacular sulphur lake, surrounded by dramatic peaks,…
The Brexit Boat: Your Guide to the El Salvador-Nicaragua Boat Crossing
Are you trying to get from El Salvador to Nicaragua? Does the idea of spending 14 hours on a bus sound like your worst nightmare?…
Your Essential Guide to Chichén Itzá on a Budget
When I plan trips, I like to try and have one or two pivotal points to structure my itinerary around. Sometimes these can be major…