If you live in the Miami area or are headed to Miami for Art Basel don’t miss the Circularity of Time art exhibit at Tanya Brillembourg Art in Key Biscayne showcasing pieces from contemporary Guatemalan artists of Mayan descent Antonio Pichillá, tepeu choc and Manuel Chavajay. As a Guatemalan the pieces in this exhibit really … Read more
Hotel Villa Santa Catarina is an excellent option if you’re looking for one of the best hotels in Santa Catarina Palopó on the shores of lake Atitlán in Guatemala. My favorite thing about this great Atitlán hotel is its location only 10 minutes from Panajachel and steps from the Santa Catarina Palopó pier. Even though … Read more
This guide to visiting Semuc Champey in Guatemala is filled with important information and everything you need to know before you visit this natural wonder. This is definitely a stop to add to your Guatemalan itinerary if you’re looking for hidden gems in Guatemala. In my opinion Semuc Champey is one of the best things … Read more
Day of the Dead in Guatemala turns remembrance into a colorful celebration. On November 1, families decorate graves, share fiambre, and gather for festivals, horse races, and spectacular giant kite displays. Rooted in Día de Todos los Santos, these traditions are distinctly Guatemalan and very different from Mexico’s Día de Muertos.
There is a moment on almost every summit hike at Lake Atitlán when the scale of this place finally lands. You stop. The caldera opens below you, the lake impossibly blue, three volcanoes across the water, and for a second you feel not like someone looking at a landscape but like a small part of … Read more
Guatemalan food is what my family cooks. Pepián for Sundays, tamales colorados for Christmas Eve at midnight, fiambre for November 1st. This is the complete starter guide — 30+ traditional recipes, regional specialties, the drinks and sweets that complete the meal, and what makes Guatemalan cuisine its own thing.
Hotel Villa Maya is an excellent option if you’re looking for the best hotel to stay in when visiting Flores and Tikal in Guatemala. My favorite thing about this great Tikal hotel is its location near Flores and Tikal National Park. Even though it’s close to everything it’s still secluded and relaxing, surrounded by lush … Read more
One of the best things to do in Guatemala is to visit the Mayan city of Tikal. This guide to visiting Tikal includes everything you need to know before seeing the most spectacular Mayan ruins in the world. What makes this the best guide to Tikal is that it is full of helpful information. It … Read more
Are you wondering what Guatemalan Christmas traditions are like? Let me tell you that Christmas in Guatemala is full of holiday traditions and delicious food. From las posadas navideñas and Noche Buena to the smell of fresh pine and delicious tamales colorados accompanied by hot chocolate or ponche de frutas, the Guatemalan Christmas holidays are … Read more
if you are traveling to Guatemala, here are the best things to do in this beautiful country. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxing on an exotic beach, or planning a family vacation, there’s something for everyone. This Central American country is one of the most exciting and colorful. Guatemala offers everything from lush rainforests and active … Read more
