Winging It Travel Podcast
Santa Ana, El Salvador: An Abandoned Art School, Failed Volcano Hikes and Sensational Coffee Views
Published: 4 March 2025 at 00:46 Europe/London
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🎙 Episode Title: Santa Ana, El Salvador: An Abandoned Art School, Failed Volcano Hikes and Sensational Coffee Views
🌍 Episode Summary:
In this solo episode, I take you through my adventures in Santa Ana, El Salvador—the final stop on my El Salvador trip! From rainy day explorations and vibrant street markets to failed volcano hikes and sensational coffee gems, this episode has it all. Whether you’re planning a trip or just love travel stories, I’ve got practical tips, funny mishaps, and must-visit spots to share.
🗺 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
✅ How to get to Santa Ana from El Zonte & San Salvador
✅ First impressions of Santa Ana’s colorful streets and quiet Sundays
✅ Where to stay: My experience at Altea Hostel
✅ Best food spots: Street hot dogs, Pollo Campero, and the best pupusas
✅ Free walking tours, libraries & abandoned art schools
✅ Failed attempts at hiking the Santa Ana Volcano 🌋 (and why I had to try twice!)
✅ Stunning Coatepeque Lake views at the Crater Coffee Shop
✅ Exploring Tazumal Mayan Ruins & the charming town of Ataco on the Ruta de las Flores Route
✨ Travel Tips & Recommendations:
🏠 Stay: Altea Hostel ($13 private rooms)
☕ Coffee: Cadek Cafe (hidden speakeasy vibes)
🍽 Food: Papuseria Claudia for the best pupusas in town
🏛 Culture: Mariano Mendez Art School & Santa Ana Cathedral rooftop views
🚶♂️ Tours: Free walking tours with Fatima via GuruWalk - https://www.guruwalk.com/walks/55074-discover-the-city-of-santa-ana-with-fatima
🌋 Adventure: Santa Ana Volcano hike—if the weather cooperates!
💬 Final Thoughts:
El Salvador surprised me in the best ways! The people, the landscapes, and the coffee were incredible. If you’re hesitant about visiting, take the leap—this country is so worth it.
📌 Next Episode: A deep dive into El Salvador with Leah from Ticket to Anywhere! We’ll compare our experiences, share more travel tips, and chat about why this country is a rising star in Central America.
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