The country of El Salvador, situated in Central America, is on the Pacific coast. The capital is the largest city of San Salvador, and the official language is Spanish. It has had a turbulent recent history, beginning with a coup d'etat in the fall of 1979, a civil war which lasted from 1980 to 1992, and numerous forms of government henceforth.
Recommended Resources
CIA World Factbook: El Salvador
The Agency primer for the culture, government, and geography of El Salvador, as well as the military and economy.
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/es.html
Located in El Salvador's new financial and commercial district, this hotel is in the exclusive area of La Gran Via. This San Salvador hotel is centrally located, within walking distance to fine restaurants, coffee shops, entertainment and shopping.
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/salcy-courtyard-san-salvador/
Full-immersion language program which includes fully screened homestay with a family in El Salvador, a cultural program, and uses accredited language teachers. Also presents the opportunity to apply and register online.
http://www.salvaspan.com/
Provides photographs and descriptions of the cabins, rooms, and eatery as well as delineating its social responsibility policy.
http://www.perkinlenca.com/?lang=en
Offers photographs and descriptions of the accommodations and private beach, K59, as well as an overview of the surfing which is facilitated on some of El Salvador's safest and most scenic beaches, including Punta Roca, Conchalio, and La Bocana.
http://www.k59surftours.com/
