I am an American and is it safe for me to go to San Salvador in El Salvador?
Public Question Asked by magicalme234 about San Miquel, San Miguel, El Salvador
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Answered by Emmanuel Portillo Nájera from San Salvador, El Salvador
Sure it is, but like everywhere in this planet, you may have to now wich places are more secure than others, as well i recommend you to visit my city with some friends, we are nice people, you just have to know where and who to ask. so definitely yes it is safe.( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GKe1gvUoNM )
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Answered by Akwaterra El Salvador from San Salvador, El Salvador
El Salvador is as safe as any other big city in the US or elsewhere. You have to be savy and alert but you can definitely manage to have a good and enjoyable time. We are still in our early stages of tourism development and industry so a "DO IT YOURSELF EL SALVADOR" may still be a bit difficult and challenging. Hire a guide or take a tour so that you don't get lost and you can get the insider tip on our local culture and scene :-)
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Answered by Quiver Surf El Salvador from El Sunzal, El Salvador
Yes you can, it's the biggest city in El Salvador.....so I recommend a guide.
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Answered by Eugenia Enamorado from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes it is safe, but you need to take safety precautions, like not walking alone if it's a lonely place, and/or night.
If you have a very specific place to visit let me know to tell how safe is the area.
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Answered by Florence Escalante from San Jose Villanueva, El Salvador
Sure it is, of course that you have to know were to go, cus like every place in this world there are place that your in danger. I know that you may heard bad things about El Salvador, but there is a lot of good things that you may enjoy!
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Answered by Nelson Medina from Antiguo Cuscatlan, El Salvador
hi magicalme234,
Yes, is safe for you to come, as all the cities in the world , there are places that I wouldn't recommend. you can get more info on this site www.elsalvador.travel . If you any other questions let me know.
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Answered by Luis Mendez from Colonia Escalon, El Salvador
Hi. Sure El Salvador is safe. You can travel in San Salvador San Miguel and most cities without problems. I just recommend that you travel with a local or with a guide so that you avoid problem areas in the cities or towns. Also do not wear flashy jewelry or carry expensive items in plain view if you are traveling by foot or in heavily populated places such as markets (city shopping centers are safe). Just like any other Country, there are parts and risky activities that you must avoid.
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Answered by Alejandra Quintanilla from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes its safe... The city is big but the good part is that everything is a few minutes away, as other cities there are dangerous areas that you must avoid like downtown late at night, but all nice places like restaurants, clubs, museums, malls, stores, etc. are located a few minutes outside downtown so you can feel safe comming here. Salvadoreans love foreings so you will always find someone who wants to guide you around the city and its beautiful spots.
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Answered by alfonso alarcon from San Salvador, El Salvador
like any other place in the world there are some things to be consider if you are coming to el salvador, the first one is to have a very knowledgeable person as guide so you can refer to him when you have any questions, this doesnt mean that he has to be on top of you 24/7, you simply use it as a reference, second, you need to consider that it is not recomended to use our public transportation, specialy if you dont speak spanish, that means that you have two choices, etheir you rent a car or have a designated driver for you, this is very useful when you dont know all the nomenglature in el salvador, and third but not least being ready to have fun and enjoy all the beautiful things that el salvador has to offer, from imponent mountains to sunny beautiful lakes and beaches, and if you move around with the correct people i warranty a very very memorable safe trip.
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Answered by Ethel Nuila from San Salvador, El Salvador
It is safe more or less like everywhere else on the planet. But it also depend on who you hang out with.
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Answered by Fernando Vides Esquivel from Colonia Monserrate, El Salvador
El salvador has not been that popular destination yet, so tourists are very respected, probably common sense of the population that tourism generates lots of incomings. So you can go arround most places and be totally sure nothing is gonna happen, but then again use your common sense.
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Answered by Jose Campos from San Salvador, El Salvador
yes, It is safe to come to San Salvador, El Salvador
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Answered by Ricardo Peña from Mejicanos, El Salvador
Of course!!! just that like every place in the world you need to know what time its the apropiated to sightseen! just let me know what kind of place would you like to visit and I can tell prety much like the greatest places here in San Salvador to visit! :D
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Answered by Oscar Flores from Mejicanos, El Salvador
Sure it is, but like everywhere in this planet, you may have to now wich places are more secure than others, as well i recommend you to visit my city with some friends, we are nice people, you just have to know where and who to ask. so definitely yes it is safe
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Answered by jaime wesso from San Salvador, El Salvador
San Salvador downtow is rich in history you can visit really old churches, now that holly week is getting close you can join one of their friday's "viacrusis" on hundreds of history
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Answered by Oscar S. G. from San Salvador, El Salvador
Sure it's pretty safe to come to San Salvador, just use common sense and be always alert like in every other place...
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Answered by EDUARDO ORELLANA CASTILLO from San Salvador, El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR IS OUR CAPITAL CITY. YES IT IS SAFE TO VISIT BUT IT WOULD BE SAFER IF YOU RE TAKEN TO SEE IT BY SOMENONE WHO IS A LOCAL AND KNOWS WHICH PLACES ARE SAFE TO VISIT AND WHICH PLACES ARE NOT SAFE TO VISIT.
MAKE SURE YOU GET A HOLD OF SOMEONE THAT KNOWS THE CITY AND SOMEONE WHO CAN REALLY ENTERTAIN YOU ON YOUR VISIT.
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Answered by angela cappelletti from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes, it is safe...if you want further info. yo can also contact Mr. Francis Hasbun at: cell: 7886-2367 or at his email: sgtchute@hotmail.com His the Vice President of Tourism here in El Salvador : ) Hope yo visit us sometime.
Angela
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Answered by TOURS UNIVERSALES - CTO from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes, but as in any other country of the world, make sure you are visitng the right places at the right time. In general americans do not have any problems in traveling to El Salvador.
Comment by Fernando Vides Esquivel from Colonia Monserrate, El Salvador
y vos de donde sos europeo no sos americano??????? los salvadoreños no son americanos??????? trata a los gringos como estadounidenses y punto ofendes por ignorante
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Answered by TOURS UNIVERSALES - CTO from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes, but as in any other country of the world, make sure you are visitng the right places at the right time. In general americans do not have any problems in traveling to El Salvador.
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Answered by Noah Erazo from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes its, just you haves to be at the right area like zona rosa, multiplza, and others!!! email me any question!!!!
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Answered by Juan Carlos Chavarria Otero from San Salvador, El Salvador
yes it is! we have a lot of American visitors every year, in fact i´m a tour operator and i can show you the best places in El Salvador. We have everything! from surf to climb volcanoes you name it! if you need more info about specific areas in El Salvador let me know i can give you a tour.
or check my page
www.sunsetexperience.com
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Answered by Boytoy Plus from Soyapango, El Salvador
Of course it is. However, as many places around the world, we have to take the necessary safety recommendations, also be attentive of everybody.
In case you have any question about which places might be a kind of dangerous or not safe completely, you may ask telling us about your desired activity.
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Answered by Armando Murillo from San Salvador, El Salvador
Of course it is safe, as in any country in the world there are very good and there are dangerous places. I know New York and philadelphia and there are some very dangerous places, like the best thing here is to investigate where you can be safe and where, before coming! and places you can visit depending on the type of trip you plan
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Answered by a Localyte from San Salvador, El Salvador
yes of course this country is safe, as long as you take care of your stuff, is like all countries in the world you just have to be careful it would be a pleasure to have you as guest ;D
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Answered by a Localyte from San Salvador, El Salvador
yes of course this country is safe, as long as you take care of your stuff, is like all countries in the world you just have to be careful it would be a pleasure to have you as guest ;D
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Answered by Paul Feldman from Colonia San Benito, El Salvador
By all means plan your visit to beautiful El Salvador. Don't worry about visas. When you arrive at the airport you can buy your visa for $10.00. Make sure you have a tetanus shot and relax and have a great time with the more than friendly Salvadorans.
Like beaches? Salvador has the cleanest and widest beaches rivaling those of Hawaii. Fishing is incomparable. There is great fresh water and deep sea fishing. I once ran into a school of , at least, 10,000 dolphins. What a show they put on. Three people fished over 500 lbs of tuna and mahi mahi in only 4 hours. We would have caught more but ran out of coolers.
It is impossible to travel anywhere in Salvador without having a volcano in sight. The vegetation is tropical and you will be sampling delicious exotic fruits often too perishable for export.
You will also have your choice of a variety of world class restaurants and shopping.
A qualified guide is a must as is a taxi or a personal driver. The prices are extremely reasonable.
Salvadoran coffee is exported all over the world and is respected and equal to the best in the world.
I have had family and friends declare their time spent in El Salvador was the best vacation they ever had.
I will be happy to make other recommendations, if you like. Just contact me.
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Answered by Emilio Jose Flores Avelar from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes is safe, everything depends on the places you visit... I will take you to the most exclusive places... Contact me
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Answered by RODRIGO ZIMMERMANN from Miraflores, El Salvador
sure it safe, let me kknow if you decide to come we can work things out, so you have a nice trip!!!
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Answered by Yolanda Raquel Chavarria Contreras from Juayua, El Salvador
El Salvador is different from what it was before we changed, we are growing in tourism and this is our opportunity for us to become known as the beautiful and charming taht it is. As any other country there are good things and bad things but it is safe now and we are trying to provide good security for those who visit us from other countries. We want to leave a good impression and great experience.
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Answered by Alicia Herrera-Rebollo de Galvez from Nejapa, El Salvador
Of course! is safe! You will enjoy this country, places, people, everything is very special! You will be very welcome!
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Answered by EcoExperiencias El Salvador from San Salvador, El Salvador
The national police commission recently released a report concluding that El Salvador is the safest country in Central America for tourists. Peace Corps also lists El Salvador as the safest country for its volunteers. Be street smart, hire a guide and you'll have an excellent time!
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Answered by Edwin Anzora from San Salvador, El Salvador
yes its safe...go to soyapango ...el centro ...apopa ...all these place will give a run for your life ...if u ask for it...lol
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Answered by Suchitoto Outfitters from Suchitoto, El Salvador
of fourse its safe!!!!!!!!! just look at these lonely planet review and where it places el salvador http://www.lonelyplanet.com/el-salvador/travel-tips-and-articles/42/15809 there is violence but that its completely confined to certain areas, but on the other hand there is so few tourism that people actually is friendly to all of them, every salvadorean is more than happy to b a tour gide and no one charges you
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Answered by MorrisonHotel Delaescalon from San Salvador, El Salvador
Yes !!!! and Yes! the war in El Salvador is long gone and many things have changed for the better since. Granted...there are places tourists should not visit because of crime but a local can easily tell you were those are...like in any other town inthe world.Currently I live here in San Salvador with my wife and 3 kids who is from Arkansas and she is chillin just fine she loves it .
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Answered by nidia johanana sanchez pe;na from Izalco, El Salvador
yes it's safe, cause in this moment el salvador it safe for all the turist cause the places We offer insurance, and are really departmental areas which give bad reputation to our country, which are rare or even to be viewed by us as it offers nothing particularly interesting or anything.
at this time has become a tourist countries in which we are getting our tourist with great care and love to keep you thankful for our country.
and Salvadorans have the attention to sit in a family atmosphere
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