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Photo of the Day: Monterrico Beach, Guatemala

| by Aracely | No Comments » | Photo of the Day

Monterrico Beach is located on the Pacific coast of Guatemala. It is known for its volcanic black sand beaches and annual influx of sea turtles. A few turtle conservation organizations operate in the Monterrico area because the long stretch of beach serves as a breeding ground for 4 species of sea turtles. The town of Monterrico is small but with various lodging and dinning options. -Wikipedia

Watch the HD Travel Video on Montericco Beach.

Sunset at Monterrico Beach, Guatemala

Photo of the Day: Guatemala Independence Day

| by Aracely | 7 Comments » | Central America, Guatemala, Photo of the Day

Guatemala Independence Day

Watch the HD Travel Video: Guatemala Independence Day – Video Episode 10

Guatemala commemorates their independence from Spain on September 15th. This photo was taken during their celebrations in Antigua, Guatemala. Many local marching bands parade the city streets in an all day long competition. If you are visiting Antigua during the weeks leading up to Independence Day, expect to be woken up every morning by bands practicing in the schools around the city.

RTW Trip Budgeting for Central America

| by Aracely | 25 Comments » | Trip Planning

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One of the most important concerns regarding long-term travel is finances.  There are many questions that bombard our minds, make us nervous, and lead us to shy away from the idea of traveling for longer than a week.

Can I afford it?  How much will it cost?  How long can I travel on a set amount? What will my financial situation be when I get back? And so on.  The answers to these questions can be different for everyone.

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Active Volcano Pacaya – Ep 6

| by Jason | 10 Comments » | Adventures, Central America, Guatemala, Travel Videos

Witness the lava from active Volcano Pacaya outside of Antigua, Guatemala through an HD Adventure Travel Video from Jason and Aracely Castellani of 2 Backpackers.  In Video Episode 6, we book a tour out of Antigua with O.X. Excursion that has us roasting marshmallows in the lava, camping overnight, and watching the sun rise over several nearby volcanoes.  Enjoy the show! (more…)

Central America Chicken Buses – Short Clip 1

| by Aracely | 10 Comments » | Central America, Reflections, Travel Videos

Experience the wonderful colors and customizations of old American school buses in Central America through a Travel Video from Jason and Aracely of TwoBackpackers.com. In Short Clip 1, we show you pictures and videos of various buses from Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Panama. Enjoy the show! (more…)

Finca El Paraiso Waterfall – Ep 5

| by Jason | 6 Comments » | Central America, Guatemala, Travel Videos

Enjoy the hot spring fed waterfalls of Finca El Paraiso in Rio Dulce, Guatemala through an HD Travel Video from 2 Backpackers, Jason and Aracely Castellani.  In Video Episode 5, we share our relaxing experience swimming in a cold river with a hot waterfall over falling over our heads.  What’s so unique here? The fact that its in the middle of nowhere and we aren’t to sure how to return back to our hostel.  Enjoy the show! (more…)

Tikal National Park – Video Ep 4

| by Jason | 16 Comments » | Central America, Guatemala, Travel Videos

Enjoy the great Mayan Ruins of Tikal in Guatemala through an Adventure Travel Video with 2 Backpackers, Jason and Aracely Castellani of 2Backpackers.com.  In Video Episode 4, we visit the largest Mayan city in the Americas.  In Tikal National Park we climbed pyramids, saw a tremendous amount of wildlife and walked through the jungle. Enjoy the show! (more…)