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When life starts to be a drag and your daily routine leaves you in a rut, it's time for a reset. A getaway that is both reflective and restorative. A retreat that is not only beautiful but spiritua...
Often times when planning an adventure trip, you think about North America or South America, and gloss over Central America. Big mistake. The landmass connecting the two continents is an area rich ...
Guatemala has a long Mayan history and culture, but the Spanish influence means it remains a Roman Catholic country. For this reason, many of its annual festivals are linked to religion and in true...
Guatemala is dubbed the “Land of Eternal Spring,” since most of the country is a temperate climate where temperatures rarely exceed 85°F. This includes Antigua Guatemala, the capital and Lake Atitl...
Guatemala’s history can be divided into three main time periods: pre-Columbian Mayan civilization, the Spanish conquest and the colonial era, and independence. All aspects make Guatemala a cultural...
The best place to get up-to-date visa information is the Guatemalan government website (http://www.minex.gob.gt/Visor_Pagina), although the site is mainly in Spanish. No visa is currently needed fo...
Language The official language of Guatemala is Spanish, although it is not universally spoken. There are still 21 Mayan languages used in rural areas, as well as two Amerindian languages and a dial...
La Aurora International Airport The airport serving Guatemala City and the main gateway from international destinations is La Aurora International Airport (GUA). It is a large airport with an estim...
Guatemala Taxis and Car Rental Yellow taxis are readily available in Guatemala City, Antigua Guatemala and Flores. You can hail them in the street or call for a pickup in advance. Taxis Amarillo Ex...
Steeped in Mayan culture, Guatemala is a good place to buy traditional handicrafts to take home. Most notably among the artisan products are hand-woven textiles and clothes which allow you to add a...