Title: Visit Central America: Best of Central America Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Central America](https://expedia.com/Central-America-Hotels.d553248635975748723.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Central America](https://expedia.com/Central-America-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975748723.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Central America](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-America.d553248635975748723.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central America](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Central-America.d553248635975748723.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Central America](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central-America.d553248635975748723.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central America Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central-America.d553248635975748723.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central America ## Travel Guide ![The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320352/6e633f4c-84fa-43b3-bec4-0bb91d0fb29a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. #nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320352/6e633f4c-84fa-43b3-bec4-0bb91d0fb29a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A lovely waterfall near Arenal Volcano. I skipped the volcano hike and rode a horse to this spot. #blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047145/ea7235b5-d3b1-44b2-9dcc-7267bd034afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city built by the Maya civilization. Here you have the serpent from the ball court and the Kukulcan temple in Chichén-Itzá Maya site, Yucatan, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052401/9cbba2a6-3421-4e24-bb46-a979720b7b11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052401/bb6d344e-bb0c-45a6-8bc6-b267dd401049.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central America Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975748723) ### Where to stay in Central America ![Escenica Tower which includes a beach, a luxury hotel or resort and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6242258/fc60c3cf-93d9-484c-80f5-da93122526bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Hotelera 4.5/5(19,550 area reviews) The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Cancun-Zona-Hotelera.dx800022) ![The Cibeles fountain in Mexico City is an exact replica of the Cibeles fountain that is located in the Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635921598937/d4ab020c-934b-423e-ba55-1912bef1eb90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Roma Norte Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Roma Norte. Check out top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and MUCA Roma, and jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Sevilla Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Mexico-City-Roma-Norte.dx553248635921598937) ![Puerto Vallarta city Old town in the romantic zone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051315/b8c54e51-b601-460b-ae36-99ef17df0a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Romantic Zone 4.5/5(1,569 area reviews) Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Romantic Zone. Travelers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and popular shops. 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