Plan Your Trip to Central America
By Kirsten Hubbard, About.com Guide to Central America Travel
Before you travel to any country in Central America, there's a lot you have to prepare for. Our guide to Central America trip planning includes packing tips, travel itineraries, Central America maps, top destinations, and more.
- Getting There and Around
- Travel Itineraries and Sample Routes
- Travel Tips and Advice
- Staying Safe and Healthy
- Maps and Other Important Info
Getting There and Around
Whatever your favored mode of transportation to and around Central America may be, we have the information to move you.
- By Air: Central America Airports
- By Boat: Central America Cruises
- NatureAir - the Carbon Neutral Airline
- What's a Chickenbus?
Travel Itineraries and Sample Routes
If you want to see a great deal in a limited amount of time during your next vacation, Central America is the perfect destination. Here, we've compiled several tried-and-true itineraries for you to peruse. Adjust them as you like; however, always remember to figure in travel time between sights!
Travel Tips and Advice
Wondering how to haggle in a Mayan marketplace? Need to know what to pack for Central America's muggy tropical climes? From how-to guides to packing essentials, we've got the tips and advice every every traveler needs.
Staying Safe and Healthy
While most parts of Central America are safe for travelers, it's always best to be prepared for any situation. Here, we've got advice for travelers about safety measures, necessary vaccinations, travel health, and other subjects to help ensure your Central America vacation is a safe one.
Maps and Other Important Info
Travel is so much more fun when you know all about your destination. This section is for all the Central America basics: Central America maps, facts, statistics, figures, and demographics for every country, from Costa Rica to Guatemala.
