Central America is one of the world’s most rewarding regions for adventurous travellers — a place where ancient Mayan ruins, brooding volcanoes, wildlife-rich rainforests and laid-back beach towns all compete for your attention. The guides on this page span multiple countries across the region, from Mexico travel articles covering the Yucatán Peninsula and its extraordinary archaeological heritage, to on-the-ground stories from Guatemala, Nicaragua, Honduras and Costa Rica.
The content here leans heavily into the things that make Central America so compelling. In Guatemala, you can find guides to climbing volcanoes, exploring the cave system of the Cueva del Tigre, and visiting the legendary Mayan ruins at Tikal — the ancient city that Star Wars fans will recognise instantly. Mexico, meanwhile, gets the deep-dive treatment on the Uxmal ruins and the broader Maya trail across the Yucatán. Elsewhere, there are stories from Nicaragua — including a cruise on Lake Nicaragua and a day trip to the drive-up Volcán Masaya — as well as practical museum guides for San José, Costa Rica, and a memorable encounter with scarlet macaws at the ruins of Copán in Honduras.
Mexico travel articles
- Practical guide to visiting the Uxmal ruins.
- Exploring the Maya trail on the Yucatan Peninsula.
- The best way to get to Monte Alban.
Guatemala travel articles
- Meeting Maximon – Guatemala’s rogue saint.
- Conquering the Cueva del Tigre.
- Climbing volcanoes in Guatemala – Pacaya and Chicabal.
- Learning about Mayan culture at the Museo Popol Vuh in Guatemala City.
- Can I climb Temple IV at Tikal?
- Tikal, Guatemala: The ancient Mayan city you’ve seen in Star Wars.
Honduras travel articles
- Meeting the scarlet macaws of Copan.
Nicaragua travel articles
- A cruise to Las Isletas on Lake Nicaragua.
- A day trip to Volcan Masaya from Managua.
- Getting the beach town vibes in San Juan del Sur.
Costa Rica travel articles
- Practical guide to visiting the National Museum of Costa Rica in San Jose.
- What to expect at the Museo del Jade in San Jose.
