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Central America Vacation Spots

Central America has some fabulous vacation spots which combine rich history with great, scenic views. Among the Central American vacation destinations, consider the following:

Guatemala

The Maya ruins in Tikal, Guatemala is what many visitors come to see. Considered one of the world’s largest Maya ceremonial centers, the Tikal Maya ruins are the site for many excavation and archaeological discoveries. At one time the ruins are thought to be home to 50,000 people until it was abandoned by the Mayans for unknown reasons sometime in the 10th century. The sites feature temple pyramids that are elaborately worked and designed. Other impressive Mayan ceremonial sites can be found in Uaxactún, Quiriguá, and Mirador.

Honduras

Like Guatemala, Honduras also contains Mayan ruins, which are located in the northwestern part of the country. Copan, another ceremonial center of this ancient civilization is one of the greatest archaeological sites in this part of the world. Honduras is also a great spot for those seeking beach vacations, as Honduras boasts many great beaches and resorts. And, if you're an art lover, you'll definitely want to visit the School of Fine Arts in Comayagua.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a spot for those adventurers looking for challenging and beautiful hikes, as one-third of the country’s land area is covered by forests. One of those that are open to tourists is the Braulio Carillo National Park, located just 20 kms. northeast of the capital city of San Jose. It's a great place to spot such birds as toucans, trogons and quetzals. Don't forget to take the Aerial Tram while you're visiting the park. Located at the end of the protected area, the tram takes you through the forests' canopy for a unique view of the flora and fauna below.

You'll also definitely want to spend time on some of the great beaches in Costa Rica, particularly Playa Flamingo, which some consider one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Situated on the Gold Coast of Costa Rica, approximately 75 km southwest of Liberia, Playa Flamingo is known for its white-sand beaches and fantastic deep sea fishing. For more on Costa Rica, visit our page on Cheap Costa Rica Vacation

El Salvador

El Salvador also has much to offer the Central America traveler. One travel destination is San Salvador, the country's capital, which is marked with a rich culture and architectural flair. El Salvador is also home to the Santa Ana Volcano, which is the highest point in the country. Surfers will want to head on over to El Sunzal beach, which is considered to be one of the world’s best surfing spots.

Nicaragua

Nicaragua is another Central American country known for beautiful beaches, which are just as spectacular as the beaches of Costa Rica, but with fewer crowds. Do be sure to check out the white and pink sand beaches of San Juan del Sur, located on the Pacific coast. You may also want to explore the tropical Corn Islands, where you can hike, take in some deep sea fishing, and just enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the island.

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