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If you’re planning a trip through Guatemala, chances are you’ve already heard of Tikal. Hidden deep within the rainforest of northern Guatemala, Tikal National Park is home to one of the largest and most important ancient Mayan cities ever discovered. Towering temples rise above the jungle canopy, wildlife moves through the forest around you, and […]

Before hiking Acatenango, I spent far too much time looking at the distance and not enough time looking at the elevation gain. That was a mistake. Most websites will tell you the hike gains around 1,550 metres from trailhead to summit. Technically, they’re right. The trail starts at approximately 2,422 metres above sea level and

If you’ve been researching the Acatenango hike, you’ve probably seen completely different distances quoted depending on which website you’re reading. One says 6.5km. Another says 13km. I’ve even seen figures pushing 20km. Which isn’t particularly helpful when you’re trying to work out what you’re actually signing up for. The reason for the confusion is that

There are hikes that look good on Instagram. And then there are hikes where, halfway up a volcanic slope, someone behind you says: “We could’ve been at the beach… having a cocktail.” That moment happens on the Acatenango hike. And for a second, you agree. Your legs are heavy. Your calves are burning. Your breathing

If you’re looking for the best hostels in Lake Atitlán, this guide breaks down exactly where to stay — and what they’re actually like, not just what the reviews say. I didn’t try every hostel at Lake Atitlán — but I stayed in the two that matter most depending on how you want to travel,

Most El Salvador budget guides will tell you to expect somewhere between $35 and $90 per day.That’s technically correct—but also not that useful. I tracked every expense across 8 days traveling through El Salvador, and the final number came out at £413 total, or ~£51/day. What makes this breakdown different is that nothing skewed it.

If you only choose one place to stay in El Salvador, choose Santa Ana because it actually captures what the country is—not just what it sells to tourists. This is the difference most guides miss. Places like El Tunco are easy to recommend—surf, nightlife, social hostels—but you could drop that town into almost any country

Short answer: yes — El Salvador is safe to visit in 2026, and I felt safe the entire time I was there. But it doesn’t feel like effortless safety — it feels safe because it’s heavily controlled. And that distinction matters. If you’re asking “is El Salvador safe?”, the honest answer is: Yes — especially

One of the biggest decisions when visiting Lake Atitlán isn’t whether to go — it’s where to stay. Because despite looking close together on a map, the towns around the lake feel completely different — and choosing the right one will shape your entire experience. Short answer:San Pedro → nightlife and backpacker energySanta Cruz →

If you’re planning a trip to Guatemala, one of the biggest decisions isn’t just where to go — it’s where to stay. Not just the destination. But the version of that destination. Because in Guatemala, the same place can feel completely different depending on: where you base yourself and the hostel you choose You’re not