The biological and cultural bridge between North and South America.

From temperate to tropical, this region is rich in deserts, volcanoes, lakes and impenetrable jungle; an ecological richness that is, in fact, its most important asset in terms of tourist attractions. This natural mosaic is home to an impressive biodiversity, with a multitude of endemic species.

With a population of nearly 180 million people, Mexico and Central America are home to a rich and varied mix of peoples and cultures. Three-quarters of its population belongs to Mexico, a huge country with an immense natural and cultural heritage.

Mestizo populations predominate, but there are also significant indigenous communities that preserve ancestral languages and traditions, as well as communities of African and European descent. Spanish is the predominant language, although numerous indigenous languages are spoken and English is common in areas such as Belize and parts of the Caribbean Coast.

The region offers an abundance of tourist attractions encompassing nature, history and culture. Ancient Mayan archaeological sites, such as Chichén Itzá in Mexico and Tikal in Guatemala, attest to the grandeur of pre-Columbian civilizations. Colonial cities, such as Antigua in Guatemala and Granada in Nicaragua, enchant with their architecture and historic ambiance. For nature lovers, the jungles of Belize, the coral reefs off the Honduran coast, the volcanoes of Costa Rica and the Panama Canal with its unique wildlife are just some of the natural wonders to explore. And of course, the region is famous for its paradisiacal beaches, both on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts.

With its immense variety of natural and cultural tourist attractions thanks to its endowment of natural resources, mild climate and cultural richness, the region is also unique in the world for its inter-oceanic and intercontinental conditions.