Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz

Paula Bendfeldt-Díaz is a Guatemalan travel writer, photographer, and founder of Growing Up Bilingual. After spending more than 15 years in the United States, she now lives in Guatemala and shares detailed travel guides, traditional Guatemalan recipes, and cultural insights based on a lifetime of firsthand experience. Through her writing, Paula helps travelers discover Guatemala beyond the typical tourist route with practical advice, local recommendations, and authentic experiences that connect visitors with the country’s people, culture, and traditions. Planning a trip to Guatemala? Paula offers personalized Guatemala itinerary planning and trip consultation services tailored to your interests, travel style, and budget. Contact her at [email protected] to learn more.

The Importance of Keeping your Culture and Language Alive: Advantages of Raising Bilingual Children

If you’ve been curious about the advantages of raising bilingual children, you’re in the right place. In this article, I’ll share why raising kids with two languages is such a gift, what science says about the bilingual brain, and — most importantly — practical tips you can use at home to make bilingualism fun and … Read more

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