Tourism News
Beaches in Sonsonate El Salvador: 5 Beautiful Pacific Coast Destinations to Explore
Sun-drenched coastlines, volcanic sand, and brilliant Pacific sunsets define the beaches of Sonsonate, one of El Salvador’s most rewarding coastal regions. This stretch of shoreline offers authentic seaside experiences far from crowded resort destinations. Located along the Pacific Ocean in … Read more
Tecoluca’s Marañón Festival: Food, Music, and Cashew Farm Tours (March 28, 2026)
Each year, Tecoluca in San Vicente South hosts the Cashew Festival (Festival del Marañón en Tecoluca). This tasty celebration blends food, farming, and local culture. In 2026, the sixteenth edition will take place on Saturday, March 28, beginning at 9:00 … Read more
The 13th Jocote Baron Rojo Festival in San Lorenzo, Ahuachapan, Is Set for Sunday, March 22
Thousands of visitors are expected to gather in the San Lorenzo district on Sunday, March 22, for the 13th annual Jocote Barón Rojo Festival, a celebration dedicated to one of the region’s most recognized seasonal fruits. Organized by the Ahuachapán … Read more
World Tourism Organization: El Salvador tops tourism growth in the Americas in 2025
El Salvador is leading tourism growth across the Americas, according to the latest report from the United Nations Tourism Organization (UNWTO), which shows the country’s international arrivals and revenue rising sharply. Data released in January by the UNWTO indicate that … Read more
El Salvador Ilopango Air Show 2026: Highlights, Activities, and Ticket Information
The Salvadoran skies will once again host the acrobatic performances of national and international pilots during the 2026 Ilopango Air Show. The event, titled “Skies to the Limit (Cielos al Límite in Spanish),” is scheduled for January 31 and February … Read more
Domestic Tourism in El Salvador Reaches 10.2 Million Visitors in 2025
El Salvador closed 2025 with a surge in domestic tourism as more than 10.2 million people visited public attractions nationwide, according to official data released by the Ministry of Tourism. Figures from the Ministry of Tourism (MITUR) show visits during … Read more
UNESCO Names Panchimalco Flowers and Palms Festival as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Each May, the streets of Panchimalco erupt with color, incense, and memory, reminding visitors that some traditions are not staged for tourists but lived, defended, and carried forward by entire communities. The Festival of Flowers and Palms, or La Cofradía … Read more