Destinations

Countries of Central America

Costa Rica

Known for: Eco-tourism, wildlife, surfing, volcanoes

Top destinations: Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, Santa Teresa

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Guatemala

Known for: Mayan culture, Lake Atitlán, colonial cities

Top destinations: Antigua, Tikal, Semuc Champey

Nicaragua

Known for: Volcanoes, surf towns, colorful cities

Top destinations: Granada, Leon, San Juan del Sur

Honduras

Known for: Diving in Roatán, Mayan ruins, off-the-beaten-path adventures

Top destinations: Copán, Utila, La Ceiba

El Salvador

Known for: Surf beaches, volcano hikes, emerging travel scene

Top destinations: El Tunco, Santa Ana Volcano, Ruta de Las Flores

Panama

Known for: Panama Canal, vibrant capital city, island escapes

Top destinations: Panama City, Bocas del Toro, Boquete

Belize

Known for: Caribbean coastline, English-speaking, marine life

Top destinations: Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Great Blue Hole