Tourism

Panama

Since the creation of the world-famous Panama Canal in 1914, Panama has been at the heart of international shipping, serving as a connection point between the Pacific and the Caribbean.

In recent years, Panama has also become a major tourist destination as flights from the US have become increasingly cheap and more Americans begin to retire here (it’s also a big center for international banking).

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Cuba

Back in the 1990s, the mantra was to see this last bastion of Communism ‘before Castro dies’, yet decades later, revolutionary slogans still adorn walls and highways, and the island is still a one-party state. However, after years of extreme hardship and state control, tourism has blossomed. Travellers are now free to explore the length …

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Mexico

Mexico is a land of unbridled energy and bravado. Conquest, colonialism and revolutionary upheavals have all stamped their mark on national character, but above all, the Mexican psyche is tied to the land, in all its diversity. The deserts, mountains, jungles and miles of lavish coastline were all regarded as sacred by the builders of …

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Venezuela

Crisis, Hunger, misery, these are the words that are said to supposedly more “identify” with the current situation of Venezuela, but what many people do not know is that Venezuela is one of the most beautiful countries in the world (or at least it was in its time). Venezuela has beautiful landscapes, mineral reserves, and very charismatic people, I recommend that you read the …

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Colombia

Colombia is a fascinating country in South America known for its beautiful nature, rich history, spectacular mountains and exquisite coffee. After a rocky period through the 90s, Colombia has recently quickly risen to become one of the most popular countries on the continent. In this article we’ll give you the top sites to visit on …

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Costa Rica

A beacon of neutral democratic ideals, Costa Rica stands out in a turbulent region; as far back as the 1930s one commentator called it the ‘Switzerland of Central America’. Whatever its political credentials and claims to neutrality, this country is undeniably a nature-lovers’ paradise: you’ll find moss-draped cloudforest on the slopes of Monteverde, where the …

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