VIDEO: Why this El Salvador statue has wooden scaffolding
/I had a wander around Plaza Gerardo Barrios and noticed that one of the statues in the square was covered in wooden scaffolding - here's a video explaining why.
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I had a wander around Plaza Gerardo Barrios and noticed that one of the statues in the square was covered in wooden scaffolding - here's a video explaining why.
Read MoreWhen I arrived in San Salvador, I had to check out the capital’s famous Mercado Central (Central Market). It was a crazy place and I was able to try some street food and hunt down souvenirs.
Read MoreWant to see what’s inside Walmart and see how expensive El Salvador is? Here’s a British person’s first time in Walmart and a video touring the supermarket.
Read MoreI travelled to Picnic Steak House on the side of San Salvador Volcano, home to Imagine slide - the rainbow slide on the side of an El Salvador volcano!
Read MoreEl Boquerón is located on top of the San Salvador Volcano, and I hiked up to its crater. El Boqueron is a great way to spend a morning when you’re in El Salvador’s capital.
Read MoreJoin me as I explore the streets and markets of San Salvador, travelling solo in the world’s murder capital - as well as take a PCR test and find out about Bitcoin.
Read MoreOn the way back down Panama City’s Cerro Ancón (Ancon Hill), I saw a wild sloth and its cub- one of the most amazing experiences during my time in Central America.
Read MoreI headed for Casco Viejo - Panama City’s beautiful Old Town - where I had a wander and got something to eat in an Argentine restaurant that looked like it had been lifted straight from Caminito in Buenos Aires.
Read MoreIn December I embarked on a three-week, five-country trip to Central America and my first stop was Panama, where I spent my first day at the famous Panama Canal.
Read MoreI purchased tickets to watch a Jordanian Pro League game but, I was denied entry to the stadium for something that wasn’t my fault. Watch this travel vlog to see why!
Read MoreI wanted to find out just how expensive Jordan is, and I did so by exploring one of the supermarkets of its capital city, Amman.
Read MoreI took the afternoon to explore Amman’s two best historical sites - Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre - both of which are great viewpoints.
Read MoreOn the hunt for the Jordanian capital’s Gold Souk, I began exploring the markets of Downtown Amman, meeting some locals along the way.
Read MoreI wanted to try some Jordanian cuisine as I knew how good Middle Eastern food really is, so I went to Sufra on Amman’s Rainbow street where I enjoyed a $32 feast.
Read MoreEn route to Amman’s famous Rainbow Street - atop one of Amman’s many hills - I was reminded me of a particular European nation. So… Welcome to the Lisbon of the Middle East!
Read MoreIn this video, I return to world wonder, Petra, and go on a crazy and dangerous hike with the Bedouins that inhabit the ancient city.
Read MoreIf you need some tips for your visit, or if you just want to take a look at what the experience is like, watch this vlog to see the famous Petra By Night.
Read MoreI visited Petra in 2021 and before hiking up 1,000 steps to the Monastery, I spoke to one of the stall owners, who showed me what Petra should look like.
Read MoreMy first day in Petra was an eye-opener, and whilst Jordan is full of kind and friendly people, there are a lot of scammers and salesmen that prey on tourists at this world wonder.
Read MoreIn my final full day in Bishkek, on my most recent trip, I visited Bishkek Central Mosque - also known as the Kyrgyz capital’s Turkish mosque. But, is this the best mosque in Central Asia? Watch the video to find out!
Read MoreHi! I’m Tom, a student from the United Kingdom who loves all things travel! I created Travelling Tom out of my passion and desire to inspire and educate students and the working person about how to travel more and see the world!