Volcan Pacaya has been in continuous eruption since 1965. Amy and I went as a day trip from Antigua, about 45 minutes away. It's possible to get within feet of actual lava, and while at the top amongst it all, it feels like you're standing directly in front of an open oven. Ronnie, our guide for the hike, is pictured below toasting marshmallows. At the trailhead, little boys try to sell you walking sticks for the way up, and that's what's being set on fire in the last picture.
I want to go back!