This Town in EL SALVADOR is a HIDDEN GEM! 🇸🇻 (Ataco)

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  • Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
  • Welcome to Ataco, El Salvador one of the most beautiful towns in the country. In this video I will be giving you a tour around Ataco and tell you guys everything you need to know about traveling to this region of El Salvador. We will be visiting the local mercado and interacting with a few of the locals. If you're looking for things to do in El Salvador, best places to visit in El Salvador, or just general knowledge about El Salvador then this is the video for you!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 145

  • @Travelwithchris
    @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

    Check out my newest street food video!
    ua-cam.com/video/eHdJCg_Ydf8/v-deo.html

  • @teddydavis2339
    @teddydavis2339 2 роки тому +17

    I love El Salvador. This country is so underrated. I wouldn't mind living there. And the people are so lovely. If you get a chance to go to Suchitoto, you won't regret it.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Yess!!! I also wouldn't mind staying here a long while!

  • @BigJoe1
    @BigJoe1 2 роки тому +2

    I eat street food also everywhere I go and no big Issues, sometimes you get a little runny a** but that's it:) The only time I had a problem was in Kenya where I got salmonella and had to be on 14 days antibiotics to stop it:) And there I was only on hotel food, so that tells you something! :)
    a tip for all, if the food is spicy is good, coz that kills all the bacteria!
    and tip no. 2: always have a shot of strong liqueur before or after you have eaten your food :) same effect all bacteria dead and you happy :))) and smiley the rest of the day! :)

  • @dragonz616
    @dragonz616 2 роки тому +14

    i would like go to el salvador, but i have a litlle fear to bring my kids righ now, until the president bukele put the last gang member in jail

    • @luzcesita11
      @luzcesita11 2 роки тому +5

      Please do not be afraid. I have been to El Salvador at least 15 times. Never have I seen a chocolate. But here in LA I see them more often. Plus, as a tourist you won't go to the bad areas.

    • @luzcesita11
      @luzcesita11 2 роки тому +1

      Meant to say cholo = gangster not chocolate.

    • @mayrairaheta8706
      @mayrairaheta8706 2 роки тому

      dont velive on news

    • @giomars6682
      @giomars6682 2 роки тому +7

      Ohhh stop with that. Dont be absurd lady do you think you live in A place that no crime goes on? The ignorance!

    • @Douglasguardado
      @Douglasguardado 2 роки тому +5

      @@luzcesita11 just go you won’t regret it
      Use AirBnB and get a beach house

  • @AJETV1
    @AJETV1 2 роки тому +3

    Do you use one of their cell phone services and unlock your phone? Or what do u suggest for data and social media

    • @giomars6682
      @giomars6682 2 роки тому

      I suggest forgetting social media and enjoy the moment without having to post every minute of your life on there! Thank me later.

    • @AJETV1
      @AJETV1 2 роки тому

      @@giomars6682 not what I asked, I’ll ask another El Salvador vloger who is more than willing to share that information and gain subscribers, if you don’t know just say u don’t know, u new vlogers are goofy

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      I actually didn't buy a sim at all these last two weeks, usually I do though.
      Here you can find sim cards everywhere and you can load them for the week.... way cheaper than paying to use your normal plan overseas.
      But man wifi is literally found everywhere, no need for one 💪🏻

  • @isabelalvarez7146
    @isabelalvarez7146 2 роки тому +5

    Chris, Gracias por visitar El Pulgarcito de America, este pequeno gran gigante se esta convirtiendo en una gran atraccion para turistas, pero mas que nada, para los salvadorenos que salimos por la inseguridad, ahora con nuestro Presi Bukele y su equipo, todo lo malo quedara en el pasado y el pueblo salvadoreno ya no tendra necesidad de dejar el pais...que alegria!

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Muchas gracias por el apoyo Isabel!
      No se si veas mis videos en español pero mi canal se llama Ni Tan Gringo y allí también comparto mucho! Pronto vienen bastante videos mas!

  • @MegaJoselito66
    @MegaJoselito66 2 роки тому +4

    If you are in Ataco, I don't know why call it border town. The departamento Ahuachapán (county) , its neighboring Guatemala, but Ataco is not close to the limits.
    But nice video, I like you try everything.
    I miss the ZAPOTE, a lot

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for the support, I didn't realize that we were two hours from the border until we drove to it! Lol appreciate the support though!

  • @erniequintanilla9287
    @erniequintanilla9287 2 роки тому +2

    hey, man whats going on? when you going over to my departamento SONSONATE the first real capitol of all central america,, let me know that should be a fantastic trip i put it
    on everything. want to know about history, culture, the best beaches, lakes, volcanos, piramides, mayan people and then some? got to go to my town.. check out the very first train from the 30's running all over el salvador, departing from where? exactly cocolandia tho.... from canada am following you....shout out my name on your next video. jajajaajaja, take care man...

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +2

      I will definitely try and check that out! Thanks a lot for the support bro!

  • @genovevapadilla3038
    @genovevapadilla3038 2 роки тому +4

    Saludes desde Canadá: Hope you’re enjoying the trip to my country, thanks for showing parts of my country to the world

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Saludos! Thank you so much! I'm so glad I can show people this side of El Salvador 🇸🇻

  • @luzcesita11
    @luzcesita11 2 роки тому +4

    Excited to watch this video about Ataco. It's my hubby's favorite pueblo.

  • @fritoguy
    @fritoguy 2 роки тому +2

    People hate on Spirit Airlines but $67 you can’t beat that or pass that up 😂

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +3

      Ahahah not at all bro!
      My experience wasn't bad at all and I'll definitely continue to book any flight with them that is that cheap! Lol

  • @teresapozas3161
    @teresapozas3161 2 роки тому +2

    Take a look at Party Decorations by Teresa, flag videos. Thanks!

  • @ScubaLui
    @ScubaLui 2 роки тому +3

    Super useful vidoes, thinking of coming to El Salvador very soon. People are talking about the Mara gangs and that it's dangerous there. I always take this kinda news with a pinch of salt - hence I'm in Mexio. Please can you let me know what your take on this is? I'm also liking the short vids like this one.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +2

      Yes!!! You have to come visit soon! I'll be hosting a group trip to El Salvador the first week of November and you're more than welcome to join! I don't think it is unsafe at all!
      Like everywhere in the world it is always wise to be aware of your surroundings and not be flashy, but here in El Salvador I haven't felt uncomfortable once and I think it is because the country has cleaned up so much.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      And you'll never accidentally end up in an area where there are gangs if you come as a tourist.... it just won't happen at all ☺️

    • @ScubaLui
      @ScubaLui 2 роки тому

      @@Travelwithchris Awesome. Thanks for the advice. I hoped that was the case. I'm here on Cozumel Island in Mexico - super safe, chilled and relaxed. My friend who lives here, says that sometimes there is cartel fighting, but it doesn't affect tourists coming here - highly unlikely to ever come across it. I've been here nearly 6 months - no trouble at all.

    • @eagle032170
      @eagle032170 2 роки тому +1

      @@ScubaLui , Actually, even the gans issue, they never have tourist as targets.

  • @Sos-kx5dd
    @Sos-kx5dd 2 роки тому +4

    yes enjoying the videos of El Salvador, please do more

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      So many more on the way! Thanks so much for watching!

  • @fernandoulloa3437
    @fernandoulloa3437 2 роки тому +1

    A milkshake made with milk and zapote and sugar or Honey is sooooo good. the Zapote is extremely Delicious.

  • @fernandoulloa3437
    @fernandoulloa3437 2 роки тому +1

    Ataco en el departamendo de Ahuachapan muy cerca de Guatemala. un pueblo muy lindo y colonial. eh, Vegetables are NOT fruit.

  • @EverydayworkAli
    @EverydayworkAli 2 роки тому +4

    Cool video, nice to see those cobblestone streets.

  • @andrefl4641
    @andrefl4641 2 роки тому +2

    Lol, you were the only person on the streets

  • @Star_Dylan
    @Star_Dylan 2 роки тому +2

    Ooooo esta mi país wow
    Y. Que bien hablás español

  • @hunterhunter5977
    @hunterhunter5977 2 роки тому +1

    your local tour guide and driver in el salvador iam going on September 2022

  • @fiveinitaly
    @fiveinitaly 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing video 👍👍👍 ciao from italy 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

  • @rafaellarios7243
    @rafaellarios7243 2 роки тому +2

    Love your channel bro! Thanks for visiting my beautiful country. El Salvador is 1of1

  • @Reardon_Explores
    @Reardon_Explores 2 роки тому +1

    Interesting place. I have been thinking about El Salvador as well. Did you need a return ticket or onward travel when entering the country?

  • @ricardogarces487
    @ricardogarces487 2 роки тому +2

    Muy pintoresco.

  • @AguilarTangFamily
    @AguilarTangFamily 2 роки тому +1

    Lol mangoes grow everywhere down there

  • @digarcia1890
    @digarcia1890 2 роки тому +2

    Wow Chris beautiful little town. Love the murals. Was the 67 dollars one way ticket?

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Yes dude soooo beautiful!!
      Yes!!! $67 one way! Steal right?!
      It was hard to not buy that ticket lol

  • @geethalprasad1370
    @geethalprasad1370 2 роки тому +3

    Is el Salvador people friendly

    • @jerryarcher9489
      @jerryarcher9489 2 роки тому

      No, they are ruthless with foreigners 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @luzcesita11
      @luzcesita11 2 роки тому +1

      Yes!!! Very friendly.

    • @pajarovago2283
      @pajarovago2283 2 роки тому +1

      Si muy friendly 👍🏼

    • @giomars6682
      @giomars6682 2 роки тому +1

      No other place on earth has friendlier people.

    • @jerryarcher9489
      @jerryarcher9489 2 роки тому

      @@luzcesita11 I hope you people got the joke😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @DarthVader-gs9hj
    @DarthVader-gs9hj 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video! Hey do you need a negative PCR test returning back to the States ?

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      yes!!! You need one before leaving to the US

  • @kasparovthegodofwar
    @kasparovthegodofwar 2 роки тому +1

    I love going when there are no tourists
    I can vibe with the people more easily without the jealous gringo drama 😆

  • @ricardogarces487
    @ricardogarces487 2 роки тому +2

    Buenas amigo, que parte de el Salvador, es ese lugar.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Este se llama Ataco, El Salvador! Es lindo!!

    • @eagle032170
      @eagle032170 2 роки тому

      Esta al occidente/este del país, departamento de Ahuachapán, fronterizo con Guatemala, al norte con departamento de Santa Ana, al sur el Oceano Pacifico y al oeste/oriente, con el departamento de Sonsonate. A 2+ horas desde San Salvador, la capital

  • @wil_ian5038
    @wil_ian5038 2 роки тому +1

    Bro Atacó is not near the border of Guatemala 🇬🇹. Just saying

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Didn't realize it was like an 1.5 hr drive away

  • @av-tv.
    @av-tv. 2 роки тому +2

    Hey man, thanks for the video. I’m actually taking my family this year, funny thing is that I was 5 or 6 when I walked those same streets, I’m actually from Santa Ana but my grandmother is from there. I love that place. My aunt has or had (not sure) a panaderia and used to sell in that very same Mercado. Thanks for the memories flash back.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Wow so cool! Thanks so much for sharing that with us! You're going to enjoy your time! I have a video from Santa Ana volcano coming soon! 🤩

  • @ashwatthama007
    @ashwatthama007 2 роки тому +1

    If you come to India 🇮🇳 you will get many subscribers

  • @willdubon
    @willdubon 2 роки тому +1

    Hey homie good videos are you from central America and yes el Salvador is very underrated because of the gangs but all that is going to change all those towns are going to get better

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot for the support bro! I hope things continue to get better 🙏🏻

  • @antonior1908
    @antonior1908 2 роки тому +1

    Mientras Mareros entran a las carceles ,los ciudadanos salvadorenos salen a difrutar la buena vida en el salvador. SVP garde bien tous les Gangs salvadoreans au prison, on savait trés bien que les criminels Mareros ont detruient la belle vie de les Salvadoreans pendants des années

  • @silvianineth65alshraideh51
    @silvianineth65alshraideh51 2 роки тому +2

    Am happy to see you enjoy in my country.just wondering if you been stop by Police because your tattos.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you so much! Nope not at all, in fact talked to many while I was here just casually as always, cracked jokes and yeah.... everything chill lol

    • @silvianineth65alshraideh51
      @silvianineth65alshraideh51 2 роки тому +1

      Nice to hear that.take care .

    • @EllisWR
      @EllisWR 2 роки тому

      I got stopped a few times and searched by police and military for having tattoos and I'm English too haha

  • @LifeInElSalvador
    @LifeInElSalvador 2 роки тому +1

    What u see is what u get... raw coverage. Excelent.

  • @bloodstriper3649
    @bloodstriper3649 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video! keep making them, bud!

  • @KHLearning
    @KHLearning 2 роки тому +1

    Just beautiful

  • @skyblue9817
    @skyblue9817 2 роки тому +1

    dude you have good taste, taht as growing up was one of my favourite s, la granadia

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Yes they're soooo good!! I ate them all in one sitting ahhahaa

  • @anaguzman928
    @anaguzman928 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for show my country, I ❤ 😍 💖 l love

  • @masterfox3539
    @masterfox3539 2 роки тому +1

    You have earned a follower now man I like your vibe.

  • @leyvincastillo6635
    @leyvincastillo6635 2 роки тому +1

    Just beautiful 💙

  • @garygunnarson8420
    @garygunnarson8420 2 місяці тому

    I think people exaggerate to much when they travel to another country.and they want to buy water,food.right away they think that they will get sick.let me tell you.I live in USA.and my son got really sick one time after he ate a Sandwich from a fast food restaurant.he end up in the emergency.with severe stomach pain and vomiting.so it could happen in any country.good videos.

  • @anaguzman928
    @anaguzman928 2 роки тому +1

    Hi my friend over here waiting for you videos

  • @Azriel7th
    @Azriel7th 2 роки тому +2

    That’s interesting that they use US currency. Beautiful town btw

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +2

      Yes super, I find it super interesting!
      Thanks for the support!

    • @SuperLula05
      @SuperLula05 2 роки тому

      Our former president retired our original currency which was El Colón and brought in the dollar. And even though our people are getting paid in dollars, it is the equivalent of what it would’ve been in Colones. Everything its very expensive for them.

    • @RomeWill
      @RomeWill 2 роки тому +1

      bitcoin now too

  • @josejoseph8725
    @josejoseph8725 2 роки тому +2

    What flowers are those? At 10:51

    • @eagle032170
      @eagle032170 2 роки тому

      We call it Maquilishuat, an indigenous name, (Tabebuia rosea), It's the national tree. There are two types, pink and white flowers, or at least I think is the same kind.

    • @josejoseph8725
      @josejoseph8725 2 роки тому

      @@eagle032170 sorry I had mistaken the time the flower plant at 10:51

  • @mjk934
    @mjk934 2 роки тому +1

    I'm in El Salvador right now 👍 listening to the waves , people are really nice , enjoyed walking and shopping in the market 😀 👌

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      I miss it so much! Great vibes for sure)

    • @mjk934
      @mjk934 2 роки тому

      @@Travelwithchris For sure bro 💯

    • @mjk934
      @mjk934 2 роки тому

      @@Travelwithchris when you get back give us a shout , possibly purchasing property with a thermal spring 🙂

  • @WilliamV503
    @WilliamV503 2 роки тому +1

    Deberías de visitar la zona Oriental, San Miguel es muy bonito también y tiene unas playas hermosas como “El Cuco” y “Playa Las Flores”.

  • @masterfox3539
    @masterfox3539 2 роки тому +1

    Jajaja la energia de esa chica 😂

  • @kdiddy8018
    @kdiddy8018 2 роки тому +1

    With everything going on in El Salvador, do you get any grief or hard time for having tattoos? I want to go visit my parents homeland but I have tattoo sleeves so I'm hesitant with all that's going on right now in that country? Much appreciated!

    • @giomars6682
      @giomars6682 2 роки тому

      You'll be fine, I'm bald and have visible tattoos myself, I'm Angeleno but moved to ES, they can distinguish trust me, gang members talk A certain way you don't plus I'm sure you don't have MS or 18st tattoos.

    • @kdiddy8018
      @kdiddy8018 2 роки тому

      @@giomars6682 thanks man!

    • @giomars6682
      @giomars6682 2 роки тому

      @@kdiddy8018 no problem!

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Nope no problems at all! In fact most tourists here are covered!

  • @josephtafolla1
    @josephtafolla1 2 роки тому +1

    How did you get such a cheap flight?

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Idk just always searching! That one popped up and ai snagged it! I always use skyscanner to book my flights! It allows you to search the cheapest day of the month!

    • @josephtafolla1
      @josephtafolla1 2 роки тому

      @@Travelwithchris thanks ill look on that app

  • @carloshercules3499
    @carloshercules3499 2 роки тому +1

    Nice 👌 video 📹
    Thanks for showing the world 🌎 how beautiful this place is ...

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for the support Carlos! Appreciate it man!

  • @williamchavez505
    @williamchavez505 2 роки тому +1

    Good job brother

  • @glenndrake3199
    @glenndrake3199 Рік тому

    The church en la murial es
    Iglesia El Calvario and above on the hill top is la cruz.
    Santuario Inmaculada Concepción de María
    Is the church at the center of town.
    Ataco is to el Salvador as Banff is to Canada. Route de flor is incredible.

  • @andrewdestin
    @andrewdestin Рік тому

    EL SALVADOR IS SO BEAUTIFUL 🇸🇻🙏👍🇺🇸

  • @Sos-kx5dd
    @Sos-kx5dd 2 роки тому +1

    love your videos...thank you for all your positive comments!

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much! Where are you watching from? 🤩

  • @Lostnfound1ps4
    @Lostnfound1ps4 Рік тому

    Great town but scared me from buying trinkets for the family. I know I'm a tourist but I ain't trying to go broke on a blanket.

    • @Travelwithchris
      @Travelwithchris  Рік тому

      Facts , happens in a lot of places though and El Salvador is expensive because of the USD used

  • @goretska7918
    @goretska7918 2 роки тому +1

    Greetings from San Salvador!! Good video

  • @manuelalvares3334
    @manuelalvares3334 Рік тому +1

    wow nice videos from el salvador man

  • @risingvibes11
    @risingvibes11 Рік тому

    💎

  • @andrewdestin
    @andrewdestin Рік тому

    WOW .. GORGEOUS 🇸🇻