Category: Guatemala

Room with a view - top Guatemala hotels with incredible vistas

Room with a view - top Guatemala hotels with incredible vistas

The central American country of Guatemala is a vibrant, exciting destination. Visitors can expect a fascinating mix of ancient and modern cultures and one of its great appeals is the strong presence of centuries old Mayan traditions in daily Guatemalan life.
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Travel inspiration for World Coffee Day

Ah… coffee! The elixir that many of us rely on to get into our days, is celebrated on October 1 - World Coffee Day.
Start planning your meaningful Winter break

Start planning your meaningful Winter break

For those of you who would like to keep the Vitamin D levels up naturally, with sunshine, this Winter, it is time to start planning.
Make World Chocolate Day meaningful

Make World Chocolate Day meaningful

Universally popular, World Chocolate Day is on July 7, and what better reason to explore the countries of cacao bean origin, and whilst there, make a difference.
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Travel ideas for the Global Day of Parents 2022

The purpose of Global Parents Day is to recognise the vital role played by both mothers and fathers in caring for and teaching their children.
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Making the holidays meaningful

Thanksgiving has been and gone, and the holiday season is almost upon us again. For many of us, 2021 was better than 2020, but still not a stellar year, and with Omicron, the next few weeks may be tough – my heart goes out to those in Southern Africa, and to all who have lost
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Where can Americans travel to in May?

Travel is back! ‘Flights’ is one of the most searched for terms on Google, and especially if you have been vaccinated, you may want to start turning those pent-up travel dreams into reality. The following destinations will let you in without testing if you are fully vaccinated: Belize Croatia Ecuador Georgia Iceland Seychelles In further
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Where can Americans travel to in April?

Update: the vaccines are working! People are booking trips again – do you want to be part of this? Depending on your individual circumstances, the time may be right for you, before places get overrun again. Whilst Americans can’t yet travel to as many destinations as in 2019, and you must exercise your judgment, you
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Where can Americans travel to in March?

Good news! Our prospects for traveling more extensively and safely are steadily improving, and this New York Times article makes the point that all five vaccines have eliminated Covid deaths, and are reducing Covid to the status of a mild flu. I am excited, and no doubt you are too. Whilst restrictions on where Americans
Photograph of the week: Guatemala's Fuego volcano as seen from Acatenango

Photograph of the week: Guatemala's Fuego volcano as seen from Acatenango

Guatemala is probably not the first country you think of when it comes to beautiful travel experiences. We don’t blame you. Nestled between the tropical beaches of Mexico and the relaxing Caribbean vibes of Belize, Guatemala’s presence is often overshadowed by its neighboring countries. Once the heart of the mighty Mayan civilization, Guatemala is now
Fishing in Paradise: the best spots on Earth to fish

Fishing in Paradise: the best spots on Earth to fish

Fishing is not everybody’s idea of a good time… Alarm going off at 3.45, grabbing the box of maggots out of the fridge, pulling on smelly wellies, getting in a cold car, sitting by a cold river, eating sandwiches with fishy hands – there are a few downsides, that’s for sure. But, of course, not
Where will you go for Mother's Day?

Where will you go for Mother's Day?

Why send mom some flowers in a vase, when you could take her to see exotic flowers growing in the wild? Skip the stuffed animals and plan an itinerary that includes a stop to see adorable wildlife. Don’t send her a card with a picture of a tropical beach — book a plane and take
9 of the best boat tours in Latin America

9 of the best boat tours in Latin America

Spend a day on the water, and feel the sea breeze in your hair and the sun on your face. With experienced captains, you can visit spots along the coast where dolphins frolic and fish are eager to bite. Boating tours also allow you to explore as many beaches as possible — cruise up and
The best of the Caribbean coast

The best of the Caribbean coast

Countries in Central America have their own slices of Caribbean paradise. Towns along the Caribbean Coast have strong connections with African culture that have lasted over many generations. On trips here you’ll hear in the reggae and traditional drum music. Plan snorkeling and surfing trips while you’re near the bright blue water. Bring an appetite,
8 unusual birds to look for in Central America

8 unusual birds to look for in Central America

Read this list to get your birdwatching must-see list started. We’ve included the national parks and regions where you can find them. And wherever you go, make sure you bring a naturalist guide with you. They can take you to the spots you’re most likely to get a good look and can identify bird calls.
10 unusual islands you need to see

10 unusual islands you need to see

We all want to find a private island paradise. But it’s hard to keep a white sand beach secret for too long, and after a while all those pristine beaches start to look the same. And besides, there’s so much more to island living than finding your own Eden. This is a list of islands