Tourism News
El Salvador Breaks Tourism Record with 3.9 Million Visitors in 2024
El Salvador’s tourism industry continues to experience rapid growth, breaking records and redefining the country’s global image. The country has gone from being known for gangs and violence to tourism. In 2024, El Salvador welcomed 3.9 million international visitors—the highest … Read more
Explore El Salvador: The Top 5 Most Visited Tourist Destinations in 2024
In 2024, El Salvador is experiencing a significant increase in tourism. The country is drawing visitors with its vibrant culture, scenic landscapes, and improved safety. According to Morena Valdez, El Salvador’s Minister of Tourism, the five most visited tourist sites … Read more
Lake Coatepeque El Salvador Emergency: What You Need to Know!
The Salvadoran Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARN) declared an emergency in Lake Coatepeque, due to the contamination caused by cyanobacteria. The emergency measure is set to remain in effect for 12 months, to avert potential natural disasters and … Read more
El Salvador Among the Top 5 Best Performing Tourist Destinations Worldwide in 2023
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) released its list of the best-performing destinations for 2023; El Salvador ranked fifth behind Turks and Caicos, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Albania. International tourism recovered 88% of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, supported by strong pent-up … Read more
El Salvador Makes the List of New York Times “52 Places to Go In 2024”
Tourism to El Salvador is improving, which is good news for the Smallest country in Central America. This week, the New York Times newspaper released its list of the 52 Places to Go in 2024, including El Salvador. El Salvador … Read more
El Salvador Set a New Record in Tourist Arrivals in 2023
Morena Valdez, the Minister of Tourism of El Salvador (MITUR), informed that more than 3.4 million people entered the country in 2023, setting a new record. Minister Valdez made the announcement on her X account yesterday, January 2. An incredible … Read more
Whale-Watching Season Begins at Los Cobanos Beach in El Salvador
The Salvadoran Ministry of the Environment (MARN) reported that the whale-watching season has begun in the Los Cobanos Protected Natural Area. MARN made the announcement on their X social media account on December 19. Whale watching at Los Cobanos beach … Read more