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El Salvador and Its New Tourist Industry

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:33:10 +0000

The Republic of El Salvador is supposed to be the Land of the Precious Things. It is located right in the middle of Honduras and Guatamala in Central America.

Ever since the Salvadoran government began focusing on bringing in more income through tourists, the county’s tourism has industry has began to expand.

Most of the people who come to El Salvador on holiday are from North America or Europe. It draws them here on holiday because of its beaches, party scene and ofcourse the exotic cuisine of this region.

Though there aren’t many natural monuments or historical buildings, the place has its own charm that appeals to visitors who are warmly welcomed by the locals.

San Jacinto Mountain is a popular destination with holiday makers. This spectacular mountain that will have every visitor gaping, and looking around in amazement since it gives a complete 360 degree view of the town below.

The cable car ride is popular up to the top of the mountain. It is said that when you go on the cable car for the first time that you are as near to nature as possible as you soar into the skies as the clouds and nature pass you by.

A drive south of El Salvador will lead you to Panchimalco, which is filled with Pancho Indians. These are people who have descended from the Pipil Tribes and continue living their life the tribal way. Watch how they go about daily chores, and their traditional attire, style of cooking and living life.

This is where the festival de la Flores takes place every year, and if you are lucky enough, you could witness the wide range of colours and flowers filling every inch of space around here. Panchimalco has been nominated as the tenth most popular place in El Salvador which tourists enjoy visiting and spending time in.

If you like Colonial Churches then you can get away from the city life and visit some of the magnificent colonial churches around El Salvador. The most renowned being the St Ignatius Loyola, which was once the shrine of Virgin of Guadalupe. It has a very decorative Spanish colonial frontage that gives it a royal elegant appearance.

Joya de Ceren is a world heritage site with a Mayan village that has been preserved under layers of volcanic ashes. A group of farmers used to live here around 900 BC, and they all evacuated with the volcanic eruption that lead to loss of many families. If you love history, you could travel further up to San Andres , which is where these Mayan farmers originated from.

Central and South America is very popular for its coffee. So, it is not a surprise that El Salvador too has its share of coffee plantations. If you walk towards Juayua, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee will scintillate your senses, drawing you towards the coffee breweries.

It is in this small town that the Annual Food festival takes place, drawing crowds from all over the country. Food, music, performances and attractions are all in store for the visitor, which is a feast for our soul and body, making it very popular amongst tourists.

By: Andy Gibson

Travel to Panama, The Gem of Central America

admin — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:15:30 +0000

One of the most prized treasures of the Central American Continent is undoubtedly the magnificent nation of Panama. It is certain that even one trip might not be enough to take in and enjoy the wonderful experiences this paradise city has to offer! Tropical Landscapes, dense forests and overwhelming sandy beaches, make Panama an unparalleled holiday destination for couples and family holiday-makers.

The legendary Panama Canal and arrays of other natural attractions of Panama create an alluring invitation for travel lovers. Snorkelling, hiking, off-roading on the sandy beaches, or just peaceful bird watching, Panama has got the best of all!

The wonderful and stunning coastline of Panama opens up to the divine land of Panama country with palm fringed beaches to reveal an environment full of rich wildlife and tropical birds. The history of Panama goes a long way back to the late 1800’s, and tourists to Panama always seek to visit the regions of the Kuna’s; the vibrant natives of Panama, who have co-existed along with Panama’s rich history and heritage.

The best time to travel to Panama solely depends on what you are looking for in your holiday. If you are intending to spend more time along the Panama coastlines facing the housing the Pacific Ocean, then the best time to visit Panama are during the months of December and January. This time of the year the temperate climate creates a rather pleasurable weather with little rainfall. Hiking trips in Panama are also more feasible during these months. However, you must note that airfares and hotel rates can get rather high in these dry-seasons, so it is best to plan and book your trip to Panama well in advance.

When in Panama, be sure to visit a number of must-see places the country has to offer:

Panama City- This vivacious city has lots to offer for travellers in terms of partying, music, dancing, recreation, and exotic food. Noteworthy festivals and events in the city include the re-enactment of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection.

Colon: This metropolitan jungle town house modern engineering feats, unspoiled beaches, colonial grandeurs and low-lying rainforests. It is here the Panama Canal can be found. The canal extends from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Pacific Ocean, and it is sometimes cited to be as the 8th wonder of the world.

Panama has a number of colorful festivals to offer for tourists traveling in and around magnificent Panama. These festivals manage to portray what Panama is all about, and draw huge crowds every year. Panama is considered to be one of the party capitals of the world, and if you are looking to have some unadulterated fun, then Panama is the right choice for you.

Visiting Panama City or Las Tablas during the Carnival season can really do well to travellers who intend to party and have a good time while in Panama. Everything and anything goes here. However, if you do plan to visit Panama in this time of the year, be sure to book in advance, as hotels are jam packed with holiday makers.

By: Cassidy Williams