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Excellent View, Excellent Food

September 23rd, 2008 | El Salvador - Places to Eat, El Salvador - Places to Stay | Comments Off

The restaurant at Hotel Torre Molinos on the shore of Lake Quatepeque is one of the best places to spend an evening enjoying a meal with friends. Don’t come here for the fast service; they take things easy on this side of town. The meal is to be enjoyed to the full, so come here for a true dining experience.

The restaurant overlooks an incredible view of the lake, situated on a deck about 40 feet above ground.

While you may be tempted to order otherwise, trust this Gringo, and stick to the fish. The house special in particular, comes straight from the lake, making it incredibly fresh and delicious.

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In the Light of La Luna

August 13th, 2008 | El Salvador - Gringo Favorite, El Salvador - Nightlife, El Salvador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

“The moon exerts an extraordinary influence over those who dwell on the earth.” Lu Luna, the moon, in Spanish, lives by this artistic expression. This restaurant and bar located in San Salvador has become internationally famous for its soul, its spirit, and its personality. La Luna is constantly changing, and is as much a statement of freedom of expression and forward thinking as it is a place to grab some drinks with a friend.

This popular spot among locals and foreigners draws the artsy/drama crowd. Its chill, beatnik environment fuels its popularity, and supports its artwork, which is constantly changing. Sometimes there are special displays or concerts and a reasonable cover is charged.

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Pass the Pupusas Please!

July 28th, 2008 | El Salvador - Gringo Favorite, El Salvador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

If you asked me to pick my favorite food to eat in El Salvador, it would be quite difficult. One thing is for sure: it definitely wouldn’t be tripe, which is made from the first of a cow’s three stomachs, the rumen, the reticulum and the omasum. No, it would probably be pupusa, which is considered for many a must-try food when visiting El Salvador.

Pupusa is made by stuffing a thick corn tortilla and then grilling it until it is warm and lightly browned. The stuffing usually consists of white cheese and beans, although sometimes pork rinds, squash and bacon are added. The pupusa is a typical street food of El Salvador and is the perfect companion Read more

Relaxin' in El Roble

July 14th, 2008 | El Salvador - Adventure, El Salvador - Gringo Favorite, El Salvador - Must See or Do, El Salvador - Nightlife, El Salvador - Places to Eat, El Salvador - Places to Stay | Comments Off

El Roble Hostel, located just 45 minutes from San Salvador, is far enough away from the city to be remote, but close enough to attract visitors looking for the perfect mix of adventure and fun, nature and nightlife. Just a short stroll from the hostel brings you to a beautiful 7 km stretch of practically untouched beach. Nearby Parque Walter Thilo Deininger offers a variety of hikes, plus mountain biking, rapelling and paintball.

El Roble also arranges a number of tours through the canopy and trips to Punta Roca and El Sunzal, two top surfing destinations in Central America. Other tours include La Ruta de los Flores, Santa Ana, Volcan Cerro Verde, and more.

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Mountaintop Amusement

June 16th, 2008 | El Salvador - Adventure, El Salvador - Must See or Do, El Salvador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

Add a little bit of amusement to your vacation to San Salvador with a trip to the top of the hill of San Jacinto., southeast of the city on the opposite side of the Acelhuate River. The view from the cable car is enough to make the trip worthwhile, but if that isn’t enough to get you to the top, perhaps the Teleferico San Jacinto Amusement Park is. A number of mechanical games make this a fun and different place to spend the day.

Meals can be enjoyed a number of restaurants throughout the park. If you decide to pack your own food, you can settle down at one of the park’s many Read more

Fiesta Julias

June 16th, 2008 | El Salvador - Family Friendly, El Salvador - Must See or Do, El Salvador - News, El Salvador - Places to Eat | Comments Off

Quick! Hurry! What are you waiting for? It’s time for Fiestas Julias in Santa Ana. These festivities run throughout the month of July and include numerous street parades and interesting cultural events. The Fiestas are in honor of the city’s patron saint and namesake, Santa Ana. Throngs of devout believers head to the Santa Ana cathedral to pay homage to her.

Not religious? No problem! One man’s religious celebration is another’s excuse to party! The sounds of local music fill the streets, carnival rides are set up through the town, and an overall carefree attitude permeates the air. The highlight of the month comes with the crowning of the Fiesta Queen, after which Read more