Central America Travel Blog

Central America travel blog

A Central America travel blog. Featuring trip ideas for backpackers and budget travellers, tips on where to go, how to travel and how to save money on the road.

Cost of Living in North America – What are the cheapest places to live?

We’re going to take a look at the cost of living in North America, as of 2023. First, we’ll compare living costs in the USA with those in Canada and Mexico. There is also a deeper dive into the most expensive and cheapest places to live in North America which includes living costs in a […]

Costa Rica Backpacking Budget – How much money do you need per day?

This post details the estimated cost of travel in Costa Rica. Below you will find a suggested shoestring and more comfortable Costa Rica backpacking budget. We also have some information about typical costs and sample prices for anyone travelling independently in this Central American country. Costa Rica Cost of Travel in 2023 Shoestring Backpacker Budget […]

Nicaragua Backpacking Budget – How much money do you need per day?

This post details the estimated cost of travel in Nicaragua. Read on for suggested shoestring and more comfortable backpacking budgets for this Central American country. We also have some information about using dollars and sample prices. Nicaragua Cost of Travel in 2023 Shoestring Backpacker Budget Nicaragua is one of those countries where hardcore shoestring types […]

Central America Backpacking Route

Backpacking Central America using the itinerary outlined below will see you pack in six countries, Mayan ruins, fiery volcanoes, stunning lakes, colonial-era towns and chilled out Caribbean beaches while trying to avoid the often unpleasant capital cities in the region (Panama City is an exception). Starting in Cancun thanks to its good flight links, you’ll […]

Mexico Cost of Travel – What is a typical Backpacker Budget?

On this page you will find our estimated Mexico cost of travel. Read on for suggested shoestring and more comfortable backpacking budgets in this colourful and deceptively large country. We also have info on the local currency and typical prices. Mexico Cost of Travel in 2023 Shoestring Backpacker Budget Mexico, one of the most visited […]

When to Go to Central America – Best and Worst Times to Visit

Central America’s popularity amongst travellers has grown during the 21st Century. Backpackers from around the world travel the length of what is a relatively small region while Costa Rica and Panama in particular have gained popularity amongst North American visitors on shorter trips. Below, we’ll look at the climate in various destinations and assess the […]

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