I flew into Guatemala City groggy and frustrated. My flight had been delayed over and over and over again, and slowly, my hopes of spending the night planning and preparing for Guatemala disintegrated. Instead of arriving early with plenty of time to sort out an agenda of sorts for the following days, the plane landed… Read More The Backpacker’s Travel Guide to Antigua, Guatemala | 2026
The sprawling metropolis of Mexico City is one the largest cities in the world, so you can guess how overwhelmed I was when I decided to turn a six-hour layover into a three-day detour. My plane landed in Mexico City around midnight. Curious at what the wonders of Mexico City could possibly offer, I entertained… Read More Mexico City Travel Guide: The Perfect 3-Day Itinerary
From jungles to wildlife to amazing beaches, Manuel Antonio is a top destination for anyone traveling to Costa Rica.… Read More Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica Travel Guide
When I first flew into Mexico City, it was for an overnight layover. I initially just planned on sleeping at the airport. My layover was only about six hours long, surely not long enough to leave and adequately explore the city. However, the travel bug bit me a bit too hard. After two months in… Read More 12 Reasons Why You Should Go To Mexico City
Unless you are a college spring breaker or a pair of middle-aged parents taking their family on vacation, Cancun is a no-no. At least, that’s what it seems like everyone thinks. Backpacking through Central America, I encountered many travelers who would just scoff at the thought of going to Cancun. In my mind, I felt… Read More Cancun, Mexico: Overrated or Over-hated? Let’s Break It Down.
Just a few hours away from bustling Cancun is a secluded island paradise with nicer beaches and fewer tourists. I almost feel conflicted writing this because even though I want people to experience Isla Holbox, a part of me wants Isla Holbox to stay as pristine and untouched as it is. As far as Mexican… Read More Isla Holbox Needs To Be On Your Mexico Itinerary
If one can fight through the unbearable heat of Granada, then there is a lot to enjoy about this laid-back colonial town in Nicaragua. About an hour away from Managua, it is one of the go-to destinations for travelers flying in. Similar to how most travelers skip Guatemala City and go straight to more backpacker-friendly… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Granada, Nicaragua
Close to Antigua, a little over an hour’s drive away depending on the traffic, is the less physically imposing but still pretty cool Volcan Pacaya.… Read More Hiking Volcan Pacaya near Antigua, Guatemala
Lake Atitlan, or Lago de Atitlan, is world-renowned among backpackers for a reason. Surrounded by volcanoes and lush green hills, the natural beauty of the lake never gets old. One could stay there for months, soaking in the laid-back lifestyle of the tranquil lakeside villages. I even considered extending my Central America backpacking trip just… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Lake Atitlan | Guatemala
For such a small country, Costa Rica packs quite a punch. From jungles to beaches to volcanos and wildlife, Costa Rica has it all. For American vacationers and travelers wanting something close to home but a little more exotic than the typical Mexican getaway, Costa Rica is undoubtedly the spot. Costa Rica is a paradise… Read More Top 5 Places To Go In Costa Rica (And Where To Stay)