Visit El Salvador
Start with a pupusa hot from the griddle, then trace a route between volcanic lakes, coffee-growing highlands and Pacific surf. El Salvador is small enough to link San Salvador, the Ruta de las Flores and a beach town without turning every day into a transfer. The country's landscapes carry layers of Maya history, colonial towns and recent political change. Cerro Verde gives views across a cluster of volcanoes, while Suchitoto offers arts, food and access to Lake Suchitlán. On the coast, strong breaks attract experienced surfers, but swimming conditions vary and local advice matters. Travel in daylight, use reputable transport and check current security and road guidance before choosing a route. The dry season usually makes multi-stop travel easier, while the wet season brings heavier downpours and possible disruption. Add this to your list and discover a country whose scale makes curiosity unusually portable.