Are you planning to visit Costa Rica as a solo female traveller and looking for some tips and advice? You’re in the right place! Costa Rica is the ideal destination for solo travellers who want a mix of adventure and relaxation and a fantastic place to get close to nature. I spent 10 days exploring the […]
Is Belize worth visiting? If you’re thinking about backpacking in Belize but aren’t sure if it’s for you, let us show you the best of Belize. In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about backpacking Belize, including what to expect when planning your budget for a trip to Belize and how […]
Guatemala is a special place. Torn apart by civil war from 1960 to 1996, Guatemala is slowly recovering and is now becoming a must-visit destination in Central America. Backpacking in Guatemala will reward you with incredible scenery and natural wonders, from volcanoes to limestone pools and huge lakes, strong indigenous cultures and colourful clothes, delicious […]
Guatemala is one of the most underrated countries I’ve ever been to. It is a beautiful country with extraordinary natural wonders and man-made structures that will blow your mind. To help inspire you to visit Guatemala or to help you plan your trip, I’ve picked out the best things to do in Guatemala so you […]
Wondering where to stay in Semuc Champey? I’ve got you covered! There are several options for Semuc Champey hostels and hotels in and close to Semuc Champey, so I’ve put together this list of what I think are the best hostels in Semuc Champey. Is Semuc Champey Worth It? Semuc Champey is the name of […]
Antigua Guatemala is a lovely city, surrounded by volcanoes. One of the best things to do in Antigua Guatemala is to hike a volcano, either the live volcano Pacaya, or hike Acatenango Volcano to see Fuego Volcano which is almost always spewing some ash and lava. It is an incredible sight but the Acatenango volcano […]
Why visit Antigua Guatemala? The jewel in Guatemala’s colonial crown, Antigua manages to combine indigenous Mayan culture with colourful architecture, magnificent crumbling churches, fiery volcanoes and a steady stream of tourists & expats in one gloriously beautiful package. However, with so much on offer, it can be hard to know what to do in Antigua […]
Unfortunately, Belize is one of the most expensive countries to visit in Central America, probably due to it being an ex-British colony, and popular with American and Canadian expats and visitors which has helped to push up prices. However, if you are backpacking Belize on a budget, then don’t worry – there are still plenty […]
Antigua Guatemala is a gorgeous town, filled with beautiful buildings and indigenous culture, and surrounded by volcanoes. Agua Volcano towers about the town, Fuego Volcano spews smoke and lava, Acatenango is a tough hike with glorious views of Fuego, and Pacaya Volcano is still live but a gentler hike. I was in two minds about […]
Nicaragua is one of the countries in Central America I still haven’t made it to. It is definitely on my list, for the incredible nature, volcanoes, beaches and friendly people – I can’t wait to visit Nicaragua! In the meantime though, I asked Daniela from The Lost Romanian to share her tips and recommendations for […]