Smaller than the US state of Massachusetts, El Salvador still has plenty to offer, including awesome surfing, emtpy beaches, and beautiful highland villages. It's small size makes it a very manageable and accessible country to explore if vacation time is at a premium. Read more about crossing El Salvador's border with a car, and road conditions within the country.
Basic Facts
Population: 7,100,00
Capital: San Salvador
Fun fact: From March till October, nearly every beach boasts consistent 6-foot-plus surf.
People's experiences vary depending on crowds at the border, corrupt or honest border officials, and rules can also change. Read more about individual experiences at specific borders in this article.
