Nomadic Backpacker

If you want to travel overland from El Salvador to Nicaragua and want to avoid going through Honduras, then your only option is to take the boat across the Gulf of Fonseca, from La Unión to Potosí. I made this journey in 2022, but I have updated the logistical details, and they are current as of Sep

During the Salvadoran Civil War, the small town of Perquín served as the guerrilla capital and the headquarters of the FMLN (Frente Farabundo Martí para la Liberación Nacional). Escaping the oppressive heat back down in San Miguel, I headed north for 3 hours for some respite and to discover this les

Visiting the Circular de Morelia Memorial Site (Sitio de Memoria Circular de Morelia), which is a memorial site dedicated to the victims of state terrorism perpetrated by the Mexican government during Mexico’s Dirty War. This inconspicuous-looking building, located at Circular de Morelia No. 8 in th

There are countless ways to make money as a traveller whilst on the road. It all comes down to how creative and needy you are. This post is not about working for a free bed whilst on the road; this is about earning actual cash. The most popular ways to earn money when you are on the road these days

This is the most accurate list of ATM withdrawal/out-of-network fees in Mexico. Updated August 31, 2026: Santander ATM fee in Mexico is now 80.04 pesos (up from 34.80). Just as a note, I started the blog post with the words “This is the most accurate list”. Why? Because I checked the fees myself. Al

Anyone who has spent time working out how long they can stay somewhere since 2021 knows the 90-in-180 rule better than they would like to. This rule governs holidays, how long families can visit, and, for people who split their year between two places, the whole shape of their calendar. Here is part

The most comprehensive and detailed guide to getting around Mexico City using public transport. This guide to Public Transportation in Mexico City covers these eight options: Mexico City Metro Mexico City Metrobús Mexico City Trolebús Tren Ligero (Xochimilco Light Rail) Tren El Insurgente Cablebús C

Taking the ETN Turistar bus​ to the Felipe Angeles International Airport (AIFA). Details checked and updated August, 2026. Update : The Tren Felipe Ángeles from Buenavista to AIFA is now up and running and offers a quicker, safer and more convenient way to reach the AIFA Airport. Felipe Ángeles Inte

The Tren Ligero (Xochimilco Light Rail) runs between Tasqueña and Xochimilco in Mexico City. Updated August 2026. The Xochimilco Light Rail, known locally as the Tren Ligero, is part of the CDMX Electric Transport Service network. The single line of 13.4 kilometres has 16 intermediate stations and t

​The Cablebús CDMX has three lines up and running, with another three planned/under construction. I rode Line 3 from Vasco de Quiroga to Los Pinos. Updated to exclude network expansion details of lines 4, 5 and 6. The Mexico City Cablebús​ has three lines that are fully operational. There are a tota