Forum: Central America

I would just like to share how much my husband and I have enjoyed our 5 months in Cartagena. We are retired and try not to be too close to snow and ice anymore. The weather, after the rainy season ends, is warm and sunny. It is very safe,probably...

I'll be traveling to Costa Rica for about a week in February 2012 then heading up to Nicaragua for 2 to 3 weeks before heading back to Dallas. I like spending at least 3 to 4 days in each place I stay. I like beaches and traveler towns. Any...

Hello, I have gathered some useful information for travelers who are searching for the specific vacations spots with costs. Belize Ranguana Lodge, Placencia Price: Cabins, $80–$88 Victoria House, Ambergris Caye Price: Doubles, $180–$310

I'm going to Nicaragua later this year and have read elsewhere that you are often stopped by police for no reason when driving. Has anyone found this to be a problem? My first trip there, so any tips appreciated - especially any unmissable...

I'm leaving for 4 months in Costa Rica, and possibly Nicaragua, Honduras Panama, or Guatemala on Feb 27. I'll be doing work exchanges on organic farms starting on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Would love a travel partner if anyone else is...

I am trying to find the two brothers that want to hook up with others going to the Rio Platano Biosphere Reserve. Contact me at robertehyman@gmail.com

i am heading to costa rica the beginning of january and i am looking for a used vehicle to purchase. i would like to find something between $1500-$2000 if anyone can help me find a decent dealer or know of anyone leaving the country and want to sell...

My husband and I will be heading to Guatemala for a few weeks in the fall and have been warned that it can be dangerous. Is it safe to travel overland and what would be the safest mode of transport. We will be sticking mostly to the "gringo routes"...

I'm looking for one night lodging in Panama City, hopefully close to either the international or local airport and cheap. thanks.

I am planning trip to Panama and was wondering if anyone has any tips and or advise for traveling thru mexico and beyond. I will be leaving from S.F. Cailf. I do speak a little spanish. I will be traveling in a regular size pickp truck 4x4 with...

I'm thinking of doing a bus tour of Panama City while visiting by ship.. anyone have any experience with this? Or Panama City itself? Thanks! Matt

My friend and I visited Panama in Sept. 2006. Our guide, Rina, was excellent. She works for an agency, but also provides individual tours for tourists. Rina could be reached at rina_stella@yahoo.com or 6674-2426. Enjoy Panama

A few years back I studied in Antigua and on Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. It was beneficial. Now I'm looking for a much longer term school to study Spanish. I hope to bring my level up from a high intermediate proficiency to professional fluency,...

I am taking the Bar at the end of July and then would like to spend a few weeks in Costa Rica and Guatemala traveling around and taking Spanish immersion classes. I would like to know the low down on the schools, which ones you recommend, which...

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Has anyone here stayed at Morgan's Rock Hacienda and Lodge in Nicaragua? If so, can you please let me know your experience? Also, do you need vaccines to travel to Nicaragua? Thanks!

Two of us are planning-on very short notice- to fly from Seattle to Guatemala, staying for about a week. I have'nt been to that country for 25 years, though, when there, I traveled widely via rented car. ANY AND ALL advice, especially regarding...

I have read of a resturant that is off the main park in Antigua and located in back of or behind a book store. Can anyone help me remember the name of the resturant and the relation in location to the book store?

My girlfriend and I are going to be in Belize and are interested in going over to Guatemala. We are going to be at Cave Branch River and can easily make it to Belize City. We are looking for the best way to get from there to Flores and/or Tikal in...

Are there historical tours of the Panama Canal? Thanks for any info, Kylie

Anyone planning to ship a car from Panama to Ecuador within a week or two? If yes, we might be able to share a container. PLS e-mail at b4ziki@yahoo.com or SMS at 714-478-4019 (USA number).

A friend and I are in a trip from the border of the US/Canada all the way to Brasil. We would like to do it all by ground/water if all possible. We are searching for info on boats/ships sailing from Panama all the way to Ecuador... maybe even...

This Sunday 2/19 on A&E's "Breakfast with the Arts" (8-10 am ET) Mariano Rivera talks about his childhood in Panama and how he began his baseball passion and career. This is what their newsletter :D said: This morning we head southbound in our...