Megan Lyles
Megan Lyles is a native New Yorker who has traveled extensively in the United States, Eastern and Western Europe, South and Southest Asia and Latin America. Her longest trip was a year-long journey from New York City to Buenos Aires by bus and boat, where she volunteered with the Red Cross in Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina, sailed into a reef and almost drowned en route to Colombia, ate a guinea pig in Peru, and got engaged in Buenos Aires. The travelogue she produced during that trip was nominated for a Bloggie and recommended by Geographic Traveler Online and Gadling.
Megan's publications include essays in The Thong Also Rises: Further Misadventures from Funny Women on the Road, edited by Jen Leo and published by Travelers' Tales and in The Subway Chronicles: Scenes from Life in New York, edited by Jacquelin Cangro and published by Penguin/Plume, as well as Bootsnall Travel.
Latest Articles
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Mexico's Giant Árbol del Tule
Mexico's El Árbol del Tule, or the Tule Tree, is one of the largest known trees in the world and is believed to be between 2000 and 3000 years old.
Jun 19, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Backpack Security for Bus Travel
Buses in Central America are safer than their reputation implies, but it's still worth internalizing some tips on how to keep valuables out of the hands of thieves.
Jun 1, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Shopping in Guatemala's Markets
Whether you're looking for souvenirs, mementos, handicrafts, textiles, or artesanías, the markets of Guatemala are a great place to shop for them.
May 3, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Sailing from Panama to Colombia
For the same price as flying, you can travel from Portobelo, Panama to Cartagena, Colombia by sailboat and visit the incredible San Blas Islands in the bargain.
Apr 27, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Wedding Photography Prices
If you're like most brides and grooms, you might feel a bit of sticker shock over the price of wedding photography. Why does it have to cost so much?
Apr 19, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Lucha Libre in Mexico City
Literally "free fight," lucha libre is fun both for serious fans and curious tourists to Mexico. Matches are held weekly at Arena Coliseo and Arena Mexico in Mexico City.
Apr 18, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Guerilla Wedding Ceremonies
For flexible brides and grooms, planning a guerilla wedding can save a lot of money on venue site fees and provide a unique wedding story for the grandchildren.
Apr 9, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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La Virgen de Suyapa, Honduras
Celebrations of the Feria de la Virgen de Suyapa begin on February 2nd, at the Basilica de Suyapa outside Tegucigalpa, capital of Honduras.
Apr 7, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Visiting Livingston, Guatemala
Caribbean in feel, Livingston is unique among Guatemala's towns and cities, and the food is a true Guatemalan highlight.
Apr 6, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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Little Corn Island, Nicaragua
A hidden gem in Central America, Little Corn Island, Nicaragua is a surprisingly affordable white-sand beach vacation in a laid-back paradise.
Apr 3, 2008
- Megan Lyles
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