Opinions and Blogs
The Struggles of Living in Rural Areas of El Salvador
It is 4 a.m. in rural Ahuachapan in western El Salvador. Rogelio Campos, a worker on a private farm that grows corn and beans and raises cattle and pigs, has already been awake for 30 minutes, ready to start his working day. His wife Maria has been awake for longer. She makes the coffee and … Read more
Rediscovering These Golf Courses in El Salvador As Gems for Golf Lovers
El Salvador may be the smallest country in Central America, but the land is swelling with rich culture, pristine beaches, and other natural ardor. The Land of the Volcanoes may be best known for its world-class coffee, fantastic surfing points, … Read more
Opinion: Can Salvadoran political parties ARENA and FMLN recover political ground in 2023?
Not long ago, ARENA and FMLN were the top political parties in El Salvador. From 1994 to 2019, the two political forces maintained control of all branches of government, judicial, executive, and legislative. They also controlled almost all municipal governments. … Read more
Why Visit El Salvador. 10 Reasons to Visit El Salvador this Year
El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America and not your usual tourist destination. Most travelers looking to visit Central America look first at popular destinations such as Costa Rica or Panama. However, visitors shouldn’t dismiss visiting the smallest … Read more
Despite better security, Salvadorans still migrating in 2023
On Christmas Eve, the Rivera family enjoyed the traditional Salvadoran celebrations. The kids set off firecrackers in the streets, the teenagers chatted and texted on the patio, and the adults sipped their drinks and listened to music in the living room. This was a typical Christmas scene in Salvadoran households. Yet, it may be … Read more
Forty years on, a locked-down El Salvador remembers the assassination of Archbishop Oscar Romero online
Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero Galdamez was born on August 15, 1917, in Ciudad Barrios, a municipality in the department of San Miguel, in the Republic of El Salvador. He was a Catholic priest, the fourth metropolitan archbishop of San Salvador … Read more
Opinion: The trash problem in El Salvador. It can’t be ignored anymore!
The trash problem in El Salvador is an issue that has been around for years and continues to grow. Over 60% of urban areas have problems with trash in sidewalks, vacant lots, parks, empty fields, and alleys. Garbage is one … Read more