With its striking views of Lake Atitlán, one of the best pools in Panajachel, and a great restaurant that offers a variety of dishes, including options for kids, Porta Hotel del Lago is the perfect Atitlan hotel for families. If you’re planning a family vacation to this beautiful region of Guatemala, look no further. In … Read more
Summer is a great time to explore new cultures and learn a new language. We spent 3 weeks in Guatemala last summer and enrolled the kids in a Green Camp at Antigua Green School. If you’re considering spending the summer in Guatemala with kids you may find our experience and recommendations useful. Our Experience With … Read more
With beautiful colonial architecture, lush gardens, and a large pool built for kids, Porta Hotel Antigua is the best hotel in Antigua Guatemala for families. Porta Hotel has been a favorite with local Guatemalan families for decades, and there are many reasons for that. For over 70 years, the hotel has welcomed families from around … Read more
Language immersion is the best way for kids to learn a second or third language. And what better time to do this than taking advantage of the summer break and spending some time abroad learning a new language while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you want your kids to reinforce their Spanish, like … Read more
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Antigua with kids you’ve come to the right place. Declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Antigua Guatemala is a colonial city rich in history and culture. A place that seems to have stood still, there are exciting and fun things to do in … Read more
If you want to experience the Guatemalan jungle in a relaxed and magical setting, Las Lagunas boutique hotel is the ideal choice. It is 15 minutes away from the Santa Elena airport and the Island of Flores and 45 minutes from the Mayan ruins of Tikal. Las Lagunas is the ultimate jungle getaway! Las Lagunas, … Read more
Looking for a Spanish School in Guatemala? Away from the flocks of tourists, studying Spanish in Flores, Peten not only gives you a more authentic experience but puts you close to some of the most beautiful Mayan ruins in the world! If you want to learn Spanish Guatemala is one of the best places to … Read more
This recipe for Guatemalan tapado is sure to become one of your favorite comfort foods. Guatemala’s Tapado seafood soup is a legacy of history and an explosion of flavor. This Guatemalan traditional dish is filled with Caribbean and Garifuna flavor combining seafood and tropical flavors like coconut and plantain. Food is a wonderful thing, it … Read more
Río Dulce, Guatemala is one of the best places to add to a Guatemala itinerary if you want jungle, river canyons, hot springs, Maya ruins, Caribbean culture, and a completely different side of the country from Antigua, Lake Atitlán, or Tikal. This Río Dulce travel guide covers the best things to do in Río Dulce, … Read more
Located just minutes from the city of Santa Elena and the island of Flores in Guatemala, Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel is the perfect place to stay when visiting the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal in Guatemala. Set in the rainforest, on the shores of a small lagoon, and surrounded by hundreds of acres of a … Read more
