Messages: 122,030 - Threads: 20,092
posted
19-Jun-2008 15:30
by:
Irene_Adler »
last reply
23-Dec-2008 10:00
by:
Irene_Adler »
0
replies
,
6,023
views
Welcome to the Central America branch!
Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Central America branch.
We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to Central America here. It is highly recommended that new users check out the Central America FAQ thread before posting a new thread; you may find many of the answers you seek there, and the FAQ thread has been updated as of December 2008! It also contains helpful information about how to search the forum and advice for how to post your questions. If you are a returning user or a Central America guru, please help us keep the FAQ thread up-to-date by adding important information which is absent, or pointing out information which is no longer being represented accurately.
Choosing a country to post to:
When you make a post and choose a country from the drop down menu, your post will...
more »
posted
23-Jun-2005 22:17
by:
juan3 »
last reply
17-Nov-2009 03:49
by:
paulschmidtart »
53
replies
,
70,684
views
Here are some tips to help you find the information you want and need about Central America:
1. Have a good look around the Thorn Tree before asking your question - quite often your question (or one very similar to it) will have been asked and answered before. Some of the most frequently asked questions are included in this thread below.
2. Research before asking a question and make your question as specific to your situation as possible. It will help you get better, more detailed and useful answers from the community. Invest some preliminary time and our knowledgeable community will help you fill in the gaps.
3. Explore Lonely Planet's Destinations, an online resource which has a wealth of key info and tips.
4. When you're ready to ask a question, choose the relevant country from the drop down menu to ensure the most rel...
more »
posted
23-Nov-2009 01:04
by:
bajadam »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 01:04
by:
bajadam »
0
replies
,
3
views
location: El Salvador
I will be in CA for about 5 and a half weeks. And i plan to visit El Salvador for about 8 days.
Can anyone suggest an itinerary for El Salavador for this time. i am not fond of beaches. Just want to see traditional villages, volacanoes,nature etc.
And as i will be travelling with my wife, can anyone give me an advice whether its safe or not as regards robberies. And whether rapes occur.
Thanks in advance for your comments.
posted
22-Nov-2009 23:51
by:
sulu1281 »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:16
by:
qwovadis »
1
replies
,
18
views
location: Panama
Going from Panama City to David , which airline would you choose and why. Should I buy the tickets online? Thanks
posted
22-Nov-2009 22:36
by:
DWW »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:14
by:
aroundnicaragua »
1
replies
,
16
views
location: Nicaragua
Anyone know if you can rent a car in Managua and drop it off in Granada?
posted
22-Nov-2009 19:46
by:
cmonajemi »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 19:46
by:
cmonajemi »
0
replies
,
12
views
location: Guatemala
Hi Everyone,
I am leaving for Antigua, Guatemala for Christmas and looking for a nice homestay. Since my Spanish is advance I rather practice with a family. Could you please send me the address/phone number/e-mail of a family if you know one? You may send me your message as a private if you wish.
Thanks.
CM
posted
22-Nov-2009 15:29
by:
holaminnasan »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:22
by:
qwovadis »
1
replies
,
21
views
Hello
I`m wanting to fly from somewhere on the West coast in the U.S. (L.A. or San Francisco or somewhere else thereabouts) to Nicaragua in February 2010...
Can anyone recommend any cheap options, please.
I`m thinking of going via Costa Rica and from there by bus.
Any thoughts appreciated.
Gracias
posted
22-Nov-2009 14:31
by:
mrmrst »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:20
by:
rooster245 »
5
replies
,
130
views
location: Costa Rica
Our Range Rover was robbed in front of Hot Lava tours in Le Fortina last month. We parked to put our friend in a mental hospital at the nearby McDonalds and to buy some Jewelry at the store in back. After we parked, a sketchy English guy who worked for Hot Lava followed us around the corner, offering us assistance with the Straightjacket velcro (which was plainly stitched but nice) and then he watched as we entered the jewelry store. We returned 15-20 minutes later, and in broad daylight in front of dozens of spanish people, our car had been robbed, and they had stolen some valuables. Someone called the police (Pink Panther) as I ran around the block. Before the police arrived on horses and donkeys, my wife asked the guy from Hot Lava if he would help translate with the taxi drivers parked 20 feet from our car; he refused, but ran over to the taxi drviers, yelled something at them i... more »
posted
22-Nov-2009 11:22
by:
ericviaje »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 12:57
by:
BOOMER1 »
3
replies
,
48
views
location: Belize
Can anyone recommend a good reliable pharmacy in Belize City ??
My father's Parkinson's disease medication is very costly in the United States. We will be in Belize City for 1 day, (on a cruise ship stop), and are hoping to purchase the medication while we are there at a price lower than the US price.
Any recommendation and contact information for a good pharmacy would be greatly appreciated. Also, please advise if a prescription will be required. Many thanks.
The medication is called Azilect (rasagiline.)
posted
22-Nov-2009 11:20
by:
ericviaje »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 11:20
by:
ericviaje »
0
replies
,
16
views
location: Honduras
Can anyone recommend a good reliable pharmacy in Roatan ??
My father's Parkinson's disease medication is very costly in the United States. We will be in Roatan for 1 day, (on a cruise ship stop), and are hoping to purchase the medication while we are there at a price lower than the US price.
Any recommendation and contact information for a good pharmacy would be greatly appreciated. Also, please advise if a prescription will be required. Many thanks.
The medication is called Azilect (rasagiline.)
posted
22-Nov-2009 04:14
by:
jvclark »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 23:26
by:
nyfamily »
4
replies
,
73
views
location: Belize
We are planning a trip to Belize in December/January primarily to hangout in Caye Caulker and scuba dive and fish. However, we are interested in seeing some ruins, jungle, and animals as well. We are wondering if anyone has suggestions on whether it is worth it to fly into Guatemala to see Tikal or if we will be satisfied with the ruins that Belize has to offer, Altun Ha and/or Lamania. If we do decided to make it to Tikal or the other ruins, does anyone know what is the best way to get there? Also, any other ideas on fun non-beach activities to take part in when we are there, i.e. jungle, animals, and other things on the mainland?
posted
22-Nov-2009 03:45
by:
chicagobackpacker »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:38
by:
qwovadis »
9
replies
,
146
views
location: Guatemala
We are headed to the lake on Monday after a weekend in Antigua. We are hoping to do some relaxing on the lake along with some hiking and kayaking. We like some good food and the chance to visit restaurants outside of our hotel. We like a beer at night but do not need a party. Looking for double room with private bath and a view of the lake for $40 US or under. Was thinking of staying in San Pedro or Santiago. Any recommedations on hotels or what town to stay on the lake for what we want? Thanks!!
posted
22-Nov-2009 03:09
by:
tyner »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 09:00
by:
BOOMER1 »
5
replies
,
120
views
location: Costa Rica
Hello - I will be in Santa Elena in February - what weather can I expect? sunny, warm? grey rainy? of course in the rain forest I understand that it won't be sunny. Thanks, tyner
posted
21-Nov-2009 22:39
by:
Gilly_P »
last reply
21-Nov-2009 22:41
by:
qwovadis »
1
replies
,
37
views
Can anyone recommend where i should go for kite surfing lessons? Complete beginner looking for a good spot with reasonably priced lessons
thanks!
posted
21-Nov-2009 15:42
by:
audreymarieh »
last reply
23-Nov-2009 00:28
by:
njscott63 »
10
replies
,
247
views
location: Costa Rica
Traveling to Costa Rica in the middle of December with my boyfriend. We have 9 days and are planning on renting a car so our schedule is flexible. We are loosely planning on this itinerary:
12.11 - Arrive San Jose - Drive to Arenal
12.12 - Arenal
12.13 - Arenal
12.14 - Monteverde
12.15 - Drive to Montezuma
12.16 - Montezuma
12.17 - Montezuma
12.18 - Montezuma
12.19 - Montezuma
12.20 - San Jose
We're thinking about visiting another town near Montezuma? Any recommendations? Would also love to hear any feedback on if we are spending too little of time anywhere? Best ways to travel? Hotel or restaurant recommendations?
Thanks!
Audrey
posted
21-Nov-2009 11:32
by:
psychopengy »
last reply
21-Nov-2009 23:00
by:
qwovadis »
3
replies
,
92
views
location: Costa Rica
I'm considering travelling to Costa Rica in the mid/late April through mid-May time frame. LP says rainy season starts around then (although I realize it's never really dry in most of CR at any time). Very interested in being able to hike and access the national parks. From people's experience, do roads and trails tend to wash out at that time, or will access still be ok?
Thanks for your help.
posted
21-Nov-2009 11:28
by:
Groovygal »
last reply
22-Nov-2009 10:11
by:
batfish2 »
3
replies
,
78
views
Hey (also posted on Guatemala Board)
I'm in Guatemala at the moment and am hoping to meet a friend in Columbia in Feb. I'm travelling solo and trying to sort out how to do this is making my head hurt.
One option I have is to fly from Guat city but the prices seem so steep around $800 and I'm not that comfortable with having a fixed return date. Can anyone recommend a cheap airline or a good website to go to for flight info.
The other option is to travel down to Panama. I've travelled C. America before so would prob skip most countries by using the tika bus. From Panama I could fly (again info on a good website or cheap ticket is appreciated) or do the boat trip which looks amazing but pricey.
My return flight back to England is with Contental from Guat City, so I would either have to do the trip again in reverse to fly back or I'm thinking of changing to fly back from somewher...
more »
Central America: Destination information
The seven nations of Central America occupy a land area about a quarter of the size of Mexico. Despite its diminutive size, this narrow strip is a remarkably varied slice of the globe boasting an arra... more »
Central America on a Shoestring
Scale Mayan pyramids, worship the sun on palm-fringed shores and chill out in the shade of a smoldering volcano. buy it »
Booking hotels is simple with Lonely Planet. See our reviewed and recommended hotels and book online.
Tweak your wanderlust
With you all the way
Tweets, feeds and more
Go behind the scenes
Travel inspiration to your door
© 2009 Lonely Planet Publications. All rights reserved. No part of this site may be reproduced without our written permission.
