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President Nayib Bukele Approval Rating

Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: The President Achieves an 90% Approval in the Latest Survey


Since taking office in 2019, President Nayib Bukele has maintained an approval rating above 75%, the highest sustained by any Salvadoran president during their Presidential term. Nayib Bukele’s popularity remains strong in 2025, driven by his distinctive leadership style, emphasis … Read more

Christmas in El Salvador

Christmas in El Salvador: Traditions, Faith, and Festive Spirit of Navidad in El Salvador


Christmas in El Salvador is one of the most cherished holidays, blending deep religious devotion with lively cultural traditions. Streets glow with lights, families reunite, and the air fills with the sounds of fireworks, music, and the aroma of homemade … Read more

The San Miguel Carnival in El Salvador

The San Miguel Carnival in El Salvador: Tradition, Faith, Family Fun, and Celebration


The San Miguel Carnival is one of El Salvador’s most vibrant celebrations, combining music, dance, and traditions. Rooted in both cultural customs and deep religious devotion, the festival draws thousands of visitors each year. Blending sacred and popular traditions, the … Read more

Visa-Free Access Lets Salvadorans Explore Southern Mexico

Salvadorans Can Enter Southern Mexico Without a Visa Using the Regional Visitor Card (TVR)


Salvadorans can visit Mexico’s southern border states—Campeche, Chiapas, Tabasco, Quintana Roo, and Yucatán—without a visa, making short trips and tourism circuits far easier and more affordable than before. This visa-free access opens the door to exploring major cultural and natural … Read more

Education in El Salvador

Education in El Salvador: Key Statistics Expose Deep Problems That Demand Immediate Action


Since 2021, El Salvador has achieved security levels unseen in over five decades. It’s a significant shift for the country, but safety alone won’t address the country’s deep-rooted financial and poverty issues. Without substantial progress in education, these problems will … Read more

Hiking San Miguel Volcano Is a Highly Dangerous Activity

San Miguel Chaparrastique Volcano: The Real Dangers of Climbing this Active Giant


Some adventures look tempting at first glance, but the reality behind them tells a different story. Climbing the San Miguel volcano—better known as Chaparrastique—falls squarely into that category. Its danger isn’t exaggerated; it’s inherent. El Salvador’s rise as an adventure-tourism … Read more

Las Pilas and La Olomina Waterfalls

Las Pilas and La Olomina Waterfalls: The Ultimate Eco-Tourism Destination in Arambala Morazán


Las Pilas and La Olomina waterfalls are located deep in the mountains of Morazán. Here, the raw power of nature meets tranquility, offering visitors an unforgettable escape from the chaos of modern life. The waterfalls form part of the Sapo … Read more