Central America – Indie Traveller

Where I Stayed In Puerto Escondido (Hotels & Area Guide)

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:47:35 +0000

You may have heard that Puerto Escondido is an excellent place to stay on the Oaxacan Coast. What you may not have heard is that exactly where you stay within PE matters enormously! My first time in Puerto Escondido I spent entirely in Rinconada. To be honest (and this will surely make me sound really ... Read more

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The Classic 1 Week in Costa Rica Itinerary for First-Timers

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:46:48 +0000

While a relatively small country, Costa Rica has such a wealth of amazing destinations to consider. However, if you have around a week of travel time available, it’s possible to get a diverse impression of this unparalleled adventure and eco-tourism hotspot. In this one week itinerary, I’ll focus on some of the best nature highlights, ... Read more

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How To Travel Between Oaxaca City & The Coast In 2025

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:45:46 +0000

A lot of information online about the travel routes between Oacaca City and the Oaxacan coast is no longer correct. Much has changed in 2024, which is why I decided to summarize the current situation here. In January 2024, a new expressway finally opened between Oaxaca City and Puerto Escondido. This has shortened the journey ... Read more

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How To Get From Mexico City To Oaxaca City

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:45:44 +0000

The central location of Mexico City and the cultural and culinary richness of Oaxaca often lead both cities to be included in the same itineraries. However, given they’re quite far apart, you may wonder how best to travel between Mexico City and Oaxaca. Let me break down the options for you so you can have ... Read more

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Your Perfect 7-Day Panama Itinerary For First-Timers

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:43:50 +0000

I came away from Panama convinced that it is thoroughly underrated. With all the travel talk fixated on the better-promoted Costa Rica, its neighbor often goes ignored, even though it offers a similar array of ecotourism experiences and surfing hotspots, not to mention a safe capital to explore. I have done two trips to Panama: ... Read more

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Chiapas Travel Guide: Best Places, Tips & What To Expect

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:42:34 +0000

Chiapas is often overlooked by tourists in favor of more popular destinations like Cancun or Mexico City. But if you’re a bit of an explorer, you may well consider it one of the most fascinating regions of Mexico. Nestled in the southernmost part of Mexico close to Guatemala, Chiapas offers a unique blend of adventure, ... Read more

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Yucatan vs. Oaxaca: Which Mexican Region Is Best For You?

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:41:47 +0000

There are two regions in Mexico that are especially ideal for any first-time trip (or second or third time!)… the Yucatan Peninsula and Oaxaca State. However, both offer unique experiences, which can make it difficult to choose between them. While there is never a true answer when it comes to whether one place is “better” ... Read more

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Cost of Travel in Central America: How to Budget Your Trip

Marek Bron — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:41:35 +0000

A detailed overview of travel costs in Central America, updated for 2020.

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Mexico City Like a Local: How to Explore Its “Hidden Neighborhoods”

Dustin Kemp — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:02:23 +0000

Exploring cities is one of my favorite things about travel, and Mexico City is one of my favorite places to do it for a few reasons. The culture across the city is incredibly rich, the people are among the friendliest urbanites I’ve ever encountered, and Mexico City’s urban design is spectacular. What really sets Mexico ... Read more

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Backpacking Central America: Routes, Costs & Travel Tips

Marek Bron — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:21:00 +0000

Mayan ruins, tropical rainforests, surfer beaches, and colorful towns — Central America has got it all! While there may be certain challenges to be aware of, this collection of bite-size countries is affordable, filled with epic experiences, and safer than you may think.

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