8 Things Living in Guatemala Taught Me
My daily life in Guatemala is sweet, natural, colorful, and educational. I’ve lived here for 12 years, including three in the capital (Guatemala City), and 9 at Lake Atitlan in the western highlands. My mom often asks if I’ll live in Guatemala forever. Although I am a “permanent resident,” my answer is: ¿Quién sabe?Who knows? My main motivations for moving to Guatemala were...Read More
Top 10 Places to Visit in Guatemala City, Guatemala
Are you heading to Guatemala City and looking for the best places to go? If that’s the case, you came to the right place! Let’s check out 10 of the most popular places in the city and the marvels they have to offer. Unless otherwise noted, entrance to these sites is free. ¡Vamos! Watch Our Video on Places to Visit in Guatemala City Places to Visit in Guatemala City 1....Read More
A Spanish Vocab Guide to Guatemala Geography
If you are planning to visit Guatemala, be prepared to experience great diversity in weather, geography, and wildlife. Even though Guatemala is just the size of Tennessee, you can experience almost every type of climate by traveling from coast to coast. To prepare for your trip, let’s learn about incredible Guatemala geography. ¡Aprendamos! Guatemalan Geography: An Overview Before...Read More
Extraordinary Patterns: Guatemala’s Annual Kite Festival
When you hear Day of the Dead, what comes to mind? Maybe you think about the movie Coco or elaborate skull face paintings. While these are common ways to celebrate Día de los muertos, these are traditions unique to Mexico—not the rest of Latin America. Each country celebrates this special day in its own way, but one nation, in particular, stands out from the rest with its impressive...Read More