There are many reasons why Central America is a great place to consider for your next vacation and adventure is just the beginning. With two distinct coasts along the Caribbean and the Pacific, incredible architecture from the ancient to the ultra-modern, fascinating histories and cultures, lush landscapes peppered with volcanoes and tropical rainforests filled with incredible wildlife—what more could you ask for?
Central America has a wealth of unique experiences, incredible food, amazing culture and wonderful hospitality— and all of this awaits you.
Exploring the Ancient to the Modern in Central America
From Belize all the way down to Panama, you can visit a modern metropolis like Panama City— or, the centuries old cities such as Granada, Nicaragua, and explore ancient ruins like Tikal in Guatemala.
Guatemala has the largest city in the region (Guatemala City), and also boasts having Travel & Leisure’s #1 choice from travelers for their 2021 World’s Best for both South and Central America—Antigua. While most people usually think of Mexico when it comes to Mayan ruins, Guatemala and Belize also have exceptional sites to explore, both on and off the beaten path.
Even Panama has some sites worth checking out. While they may not be as impressive as what the Mayans left behind—if archaeology is your thing, you might find something interesting here like the El Caño Archaeological Park which is a necropolis only discovered in 1925 with excavations still happening.
Picture perfect for vacations in Central America
For almost all travelers, memorializing your travels with tons of photos are part of any trip. In Central America, you won’t be disappointed with the picture perfect landscapes, captivating cultures and the wealth of diversity in what you can see and do. Costa Rica is certainly a favorite for people who are photography enthusiasts, for their epic volcanoes and rich diversity in wildlife, but it’s not the only place with all of this!
Central America has amazing islands & beaches, and they are a great value
There are slot of great places in Central America to get your relaxing beach vacation on! Costa Rica is a favorite for travelers the world over and when someone asks where they can go to that is very relaxing, inexpensive, and has the best beaches— the island gems of Little Corn Island in Nicaragua or Guanaja in Honduras come to mind. Whether you choose the Caribbean or Pacific side, you won’t be disappointed!
Safety in Central America when traveling
One of the questions we get asked the most about Central America is concerning safety. As with anywhere, there are almost always certain places to avoid. Generally, Central America is safe where there are tourists. Don’t flash your cash and drip yourself with expensive jewelry, hang out with gang bangers and drug dealers—or seek out their services, and you should be just fine.
We can advise on a case by case basis and we can always ensure our clients that we have done our research by providing you advice on any precautions you might take in your chosen destinations. We love it here and never get tired of discovering new places and we suspect that is the same for you! If you would like to do your own research, out Travel Resources is a great place to start.
No matter your purpose for traveling, there is surely something for everyone to enjoy in in this wonderful corner of the world. Perhaps the one of the best things about traveling here is the ease of getting here from just about anywhere, especially for those coming from the southern US where you can be a world away in just about three hours. Soul Free Travels would love to help you plan your next vacation!
