Mixco Viejo
Aug 15, 2024
Guatemala
Mixco Viejo (aka Jilotepeque Viejo) is a Mayan archaeological site located some 50kms north of the capital, Guatemala City.
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Takalik Abaj
Oct 05, 2023
Guatemala
Guatemala has its 4th UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of the ancient Olmec / Mayan city of Takalik Abaj.
Kayaking on Lake Atitlan
Aug 24, 2023
Guatemala
A guide to kayaking on Lake Atitlan as part of a tailor made holiday to Guatemala.
The Good Hotel Company
May 16, 2023
Guatemala
The Good Hotel collection is part of The Good Group, a social business based in Holland that doesn’t pay dividends and instead reinvests its profits into social projects.
Playa Blanca, Livingston
Mar 28, 2023
Guatemala
Playa Blanca is an attractive, white sand beach a short boat ride from the town of Livingston on Guatemala’s tiny stretch of Caribbean coast.
The Best Restaurants in Guatemala City
Dec 12, 2022
Guatemala
A guide to the best restaurants in Guatemala City including Sublime, Diaca, Flor de Lis and Mercado 24.
TAG Airlines
Nov 18, 2022
Guatemala
TAG Airlines, aka TAG Guatemala, (or Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos to be precise) is the national airline of Guatemala although its scope is somewhat limited.
Panajachel
Sep 21, 2022
Guatemala
Panajachel is the largest and most developed town on Lake Atitlan and something of a tourist hub.
Iglesia de la Merced
May 14, 2021
Guatemala
The Iglesia de la Merced is perhaps the most famous and photographed church in Antigua, largely due to its convenient location.
Zaculeu
Apr 09, 2021
Guatemala
Zaculeu, sometimes also known as Saqulew or Chinabajul, is an ancient Maya archaeological site in the Highlands of Guatemala.
Cofradias of Guatemala
Apr 05, 2021
Guatemala
A cofradia is an organization of Roman Catholic laymen responsible for the material care of religious images, pilgrimages & ceremonies.
Beaches of Guatemala
Mar 15, 2021
Guatemala
There are many wonderful reasons to visit Guatemala but, let’s not beat about the bush here, a beach holiday isn’t one of them.
Guatemala Boat Trips
Feb 15, 2021
Guatemala
Although one might not necessarily associate Guatemala with boat trips, for those amongst us who like messing about on the water, there are plenty of fun options.
Rio Dulce
Jan 18, 2021
Guatemala
The Rio Dulce, or ‘Sweet River’ in English, is a river and lake system that flows from Lake Izabal into the Caribbean at Amatique Bay.
Acatenango Volcano
Dec 21, 2020
Guatemala
Acatenango is a twin peaked volcano that forms part of the Central American Volcanic Arc as it tracks north to south along the Pacific coast of Guatemala.
Santo Tomas Church
Nov 18, 2020
Guatemala
The church of Santo Tomas in Chichicastenango dates back to the middle of the 16th century and is located within the town’s compact, main plaza.
Guatemala Volcanoes
Oct 01, 2020
Guatemala
A brief guide to the key Guatemala volcanoes that, together, form part of the Central America Volcanic Arc running broadly parallel to the Pacific coast.
The best hotel views in Guatemala
Aug 26, 2020
Guatemala
Everyone likes a hotel with a view and, when it comes to Guatemala, visitors are truly spoiled for choice with all manner of spectacular vistas.
Alfombras
Jul 27, 2020
Guatemala
Alfombras are sawdust carpets that are used as street decorations, most typically during religious processions and ceremonies.
Semana Santa in Antigua
Jun 23, 2020
Guatemala
Semana Santa (Holy Week) is the week leading up to Easter and nowhere is it more venerated and celebrated than in Antigua, Guatemala.
Top Things To Do In Flores
Jun 08, 2020
Guatemala
Few holidays to Guatemala don’t include time spent in Flores and, with so much to see and do, it can often be a case of deciding what you’re going to miss out on.
The Guatemalan Breakfast
May 26, 2020
Guatemala
They call it the most important meal of the day so, if you’ve never been before, what can you expect from a traditional Guatemalan breakfast?
La Azotea
May 16, 2020
Guatemala
Located a short drive from Antigua, La Azotea is a multi-faceted cultural centre located within a sprawling coffee estate.
Ixpanpajul Natural Park
May 10, 2020
Guatemala
Ixpanpajul Natural Park is less than 30 minutes’ drive from Flores and is probably best described as an eco-adventure park.
Laguna Petexbatun
May 03, 2020
Guatemala
A brief guide to visiting Laguna Petexbatun in Guatemala – where it is, why you should visit, how to get there and where to stay.
Maximon – Guatemala’s Folk Saint
Feb 19, 2020
Guatemala
Defining Maximon is no easy feat although the most suitable description of him is probably as a folk saint.
Hiptipico
Jan 03, 2020
Guatemala
Hiptipico, which describes itself as an ethical fashion brand, is based in the town of Panajachel on the shores of Lake Atitlan.
Car And Driver In Guatemala
Dec 11, 2019
Guatemala
Being very much a touring destination, the first decision visitors must face is how exactly they plan to get around this fascinating country. Having a car and driver in Guatemala is by no means the only option but, in our opinion, it is by far the best.
Solola Market, Lake Atitlan
Nov 19, 2019
Guatemala
Taking place every Tuesday & Friday morning, Solola Market is often referred to as being one of the most ‘authentic’ markets in Guatemala.
Two Weeks In Guatemala
Oct 29, 2019
Guatemala
On the basis that this is a fairly typical holiday duration, this is our guide to what to do and where to visit with two weeks in Guatemala.
The Quetzal – Guatemala’s National Bird
Oct 15, 2019
Guatemala
The Quetzal is part of the Trogon family and is the national bird of Guatemala. It is found both on the country’s flag and coat of arms as well as lending its name to the national currency.
San Andres Xecul
Sep 20, 2019
Guatemala
The small village of San Andres Xecul is located a short drive north-east of Quetzaltenango and is famous for its colourful Roman Catholic church.
Almolonga
Aug 14, 2019
Guatemala
Located on the outskirts of Quetzaltenango, the otherwise unremarkable town of Almolonga has become famous – some might say infamous – for its vegetables. Yes, its vegetables.
Arco De Santa Catalina
Jul 18, 2019
Guatemala
Pretty much anything you read about Antigua – especially in regards to tourism – will at some stage refer to the Arco, normally in relation to its proximity.
Ceibal
Mar 05, 2019
Guatemala
The name Ceibal derives from the Ceiba, a tree endemic to the region and the national symbol of Guatemala. Ceibas were also considered sacred by the ancient Maya who believed that these enormous trees somehow connected the earth and sky.
Castillo de San Felipe de Lara
Jan 04, 2019
Guatemala
Castillo de San Felipe de Lara is a 17th century Spanish colonial fort, located at the head of a narrow channel where the Rio Dulce meets Laguna Izabal.
Guatemala Tour: Kites, Culture & Traditions
Jul 30, 2018
Guatemala
Keen as we are to promote travel that ventures 'beyond the ordinary', this Guatemala tour - Kites, Culture & Traditions - certainly fits the bill.
Detour to Copan – Is It Worth It?
May 18, 2018
Guatemala
Located just across the border in Honduras, is it worth the detour to Copan?
Lost Cities of the Maya – Discovered!
Feb 08, 2018
Guatemala
Anyone who has visited Guatemala’s northern province of Peten (or the neighbouring southern reaches of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula) will know that the region is sparsely populated and largely covered by a dense jungle blanket which stretches for mile after mile.
Lanquin Caves
Dec 13, 2017
Guatemala
What do a frog, a brain, a monkey, an alien, the Virgin Mary and Scooby Doo all have in common? Well, if you ask your guide to point them out, and use a bit of imagination, then there are rock and stalactite formations resembling each of the aforementioned in the Lanquin Caves.
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