When it comes to experiencing a true cultural treasure, there’s nothing quite like attending the Giant Kite Festival in Guatemala. Every year on November 1st, two small towns — Sumpango Guatemala and Santiago Sacatepéquez — become the heart of one of the most colorful and meaningful celebrations in the country. But if you’re planning a … Read more
Every year on November 1st, the skies above Santiago Sacatepéquez fill with color, spirit, and tradition during the Giant Kite Festival in Guatemala. While many travelers know about Sumpango’s barriletes giganates, the Santiago Sacatepéquez Kite Festival offers a more intimate and deeply emotional experience. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to … Read more
Every year on November 1st, the small town of Sumpango, Guatemala becomes the stage for one of the most breathtaking cultural events in Central America: the Giant Kite Festival in Guatemala, known locally as the Festival de Barriletes Gigantes. If you’ve seen photos of the vibrant, towering kites online or featured in news coverage, you … Read more
When you think about Guatemala’s Day of the Dead celebrations, there’s nothing quite like the sight of the barriletes de Guatemala — those giant, colorful kites that fill the sky every November 1st. These aren’t just part of a festival; they’re a way of honoring loved ones who have passed and keeping traditions alive in … Read more
If you’re planning to photograph Semana Santa in Guatemala, especially in the historic streets of Antigua, this guide will help you capture the most stunning, emotional, and unforgettable images — whether you’re using a phone or a DSLR. As someone who returns year after year, I can tell you: photographing Holy Week in Guatemala is … Read more
If there’s one tradition that truly captures the beauty, devotion, and artistry of Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala, it’s the sawdust carpets, or alfombras. These colorful works of art are created directly on the cobblestone streets—only to be walked over and destroyed within hours. During Holy Week in Antigua, these carpets cover the city like … Read more
Semana Santa in Guatemala is one of the most unforgettable cultural and spiritual experiences you can have in Latin America. And nowhere is it more stunning than in Antigua Guatemala during Holy Week — when the cobblestone streets transform into rivers of flowers, sawdust carpets (alfombras), and deeply moving processions. As someone born in Guatemala … Read more
This article includes the Antigua Guatemala Semana Santa 2025 Procession Schedule and Routes—a detailed guide to the most important Holy Week events happening throughout Lent and Semana Santa. If you’re wondering what time are the Semana Santa processions in Antigua Guatemala or looking for updated procession routes in Antigua Guatemala 2025, this guide will help … Read more
If you’re wondering what people eat during Semana Santa in Guatemala, this guide will walk you through the most delicious and meaningful dishes of the season. I’ll be sharing the most traditional Guatemalan Semana Santa foods, the cultural stories behind them, and recipes you can try at home. From torrejas and bacalao to empanadas de … Read more
Guatemalan sopa de frijol (black bean soup) is one of those hearty, comforting dishes that always makes me feel at home. This traditional Guatemalan black bean soup is made with black beans, roasted vegetables, and chiles, giving it a rich, smoky flavor and a thicker consistency compared to regular caldo de frijol. What makes it … Read more
