Pie de la Cuesta, Mexico
It once served as the backdrop for a Rambo movie, but the vibe of this under-the-radar village is thoroughly mellow.
It once served as the backdrop for a Rambo movie, but the vibe of this under-the-radar village is thoroughly mellow.

Tour historic Antigua, browse the indigenous market in Chichicastenango, and take an excursion to Lake Atitlán.

Here's a snapshot of Panama's defining experiences: a modern capital on the canal, near-deserted islands, and trails for spotting wildlife and waterfalls. Get a sense of which ones fit your travel style and your budget.
Three friends share highs and lows from their adventures at surf camp in Santa Catalina and their visit to Panama City.
One house. Ten travelers. Three generations. How this extended family (ages 2 to 82) spent a week together in a Mexican villa and lived to tell the tale.
When you have beach on the brain, who wants to bother with a layover? We've prepared the ultimate insider's guide to seven resort towns south of the border that are just one quick flight away.