How to Enjoy the 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Guatemala
UNESCO (United Nations Education Science and Culture Organization) has 3 World Heritage Sites in Guatemala. The Tikal ruins in PeténThe Quiriguá ruins in IzabalAntigua Guatemala in Sacatepéquez If you’ve ever had a conversation about Guatemala you’ve probably mentioned or heard of them, given they are the most renowned places in the country. Join me as I explore the 3...Read More
Art, Soccer, and Steak: The Fascinating Culture of Uruguay
What’s your first thought when you hear of Uruguay? If you’re a soccer lover, it’s probably Luis Suárez, Diego Forlán, or Diego Godín. If you’re a foodie, it’s most likely Uruguay’s signature BBQs or asados. Regarding outstanding musicians from Uruguay, Jorge Drexler might come to mind. If you are an architecture enthusiast, you might think of Carlos Páez Vilaró or Punta del Este’s...Read More
15 Extraordinary Museums to Visit on Your Next Trip to Mexico City
There are 162 museums in Mexico City alone, and the whole country has over 1,400! Mexico is widely known for having successfully safeguarded its unique culture, history, and traditions. You can actually find that the first museum in Mexico City, the Museum of Natural History (El museo de historia natural), is as old as 200 years. In this post, you will find 15 of the most...Read More
9 Traditional Folk Dances of Guatemala
Traditional folk dances are highly important to Guatemalan culture. They are a celebration of the Guatemalan indigenous tribes and their mixture with the Spanish and African cultures that made their way to the territory during the conquest. If you’re eager to learn more about Guatemalan ethnicities and their traditional dances, join me as I unravel them ahead. The Ethnicities of...Read More
Why Everyone’s Talking About South America’s Chicha Drink
Chicha drink is a Latin American recipe that consists mainly of maize. Many Latin American countries prepare and enjoy it differently. In this post I will review why Chicha is popular, and list the many Latin American countries that make it, not necessarily out of maize. What Is the Meaning of chicha? In the Real Academia Española’s website you can find more than 10...Read More
8 Cool Things You’ll See in Punta del Este, Uruguay
Punta del Este is a beautiful seaside town in Uruguay filled with luxurious skyscrapers, restaurants, shops, natural beauties, and the first green building on Earth that will offer you countless cool things to experience. The Uruguayan Ministry of Tourism defines Punta del Este as a city where nature and luxury converge. Celebrities like James Hetfield, Shakira, Zinédine Zidane, and Ralph...Read More
10 Reasons Why Copper Canyon, Mexico is Better Than the Grand Canyon
Copper Canyon in Mexico (Barrancas del cobre o Cañón del cobre) is a beautiful massive expanse of natural wonder, similar to the widely known Grand Canyon in the U.S. In this post, we explore a bit of both destinations as we cover 10 reasons why Copper Canyon might just be the superior experience! Read along as I offer you 10 reasons why paying a visit to this wonderful Latin American...Read More
10 Spectacular Ways To Enjoy the Desert Destination of Huacachina, Peru
Huacachina, Perú is not your typical idea of a Latin American destination with small cities heavily surrounded by trees and rainforest, nor is a Peruvian destination with quaint towns like Cusco, or ancient ruins like Machu Picchu, llamas, and slopes so high you have to train your hiking abilities. Huacachina is in the Peruvian desert! A destination with more similarities to the South of...Read More
Spanish Sports Vocabulary and Conversation for Beginners
Interested in having a conversation about sports in Spanish? Either for small talk with your neighbor, a discussion with your friends, an amateur podcast, you name it! Whether you want to talk about soccer, football, boxing, or share your impressions on the recent Tokyo 2020 Olympics, I’ve covered it all in this post! Join me to learn useful Spanish sports vocabulary and example...Read More