Guatemala
20 Authentic things to do in San Juan La Laguna
San Juan La Laguna is one of the smaller villages around Lake Atitlán, Guatemala and is a great day-trip destination. Here are 20 amazing things you absolutely must do in San Juan La Laguna.
Photos that convince you to visit Guatemala immediately!
After living 5 months in Guatemala, I have seen many beautiful things and met wonderful people. Enjoy a series of photos that for sure will inspire your wanderlust for visiting Guatemala!
The Faces of Guatemala – proud to be Maya
For me, it’s always been about the people. Traveling allows me to meet those who live in other countries, who have differing customs, who look different, and who hold a perspective that may enrich my own. We…
How to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Guatemala?
While in most countries the culture is to shy away from discussions of death, Guatemalans (and other Latin Americans) embrace death. Find out more!
A day trip to the Los Pinos Cooperative in Patanatic, Guatemala
Patanatic is a small rural village, located in the hills by Lake Atitlán in Guatemala. Together with Maya Traditions Foundation, I visited the Los Pinos Cooperative members that work together to create handmade pine needle products as…
A Backstrap Weaving Demonstration at the Waqxaqi’ Kan Cooperative of Chuacruz, Guatemala
As many of you probably know, I volunteered last year at Maya Traditions Foundation (MTF) in Guatemala. During this time, I worked alongside intelligent Mayan women who are now giving back to their own communities and empowering…
Tips for visiting The Chichicastenango Market in Guatemala, a day trip to Chichi
One of the largest and most well-known markets in all Central America can be found in the small indigenous Mayan town of Chichicastenango, located in the western highlands of Guatemala. A market that is hundreds of years…
Travel Guide Santa Catarina Palopó, Guatemala – things to do, where to sleep, and more
Ever heard about Santa Catarina Palopó? Guatemala is more than Tikal and Antigua! The town of Santa Catarina Palopó on the shores of lake Atitlan in Guatemala is known for its geometric patterns on houses and buildings…
