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 is one of the most beautiful destinations in Guatemala, often overlooked. This area overflows with beautiful nature, colonial history, unique culture, and fantastic food. This quick guide to Rio Dulce covers the best things to do, where to stay, and what to eat. As the boat cuts through the steady waves surrounded by … 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
Guatemala City is full of fun things to do with kids. However, they are not always easy to find. I travel with my kids to Guatemala a couple of times a year. In addition, we spend a lot of time in Guatemala City with family, so I thought I would share with you the best … Read more
If you haven’t walked along dramatic and beautiful black sand beaches in Guatemala, you are missing out on a magical experience! Some of the best beaches in Guatemala are on its Pacific coasts, places of deep chill, and stunning wilderness. Guatemala’s beaches are full of palm trees to relax with an icy beverage on hand. … Read more
As a Guatemalan living in the United States I find myself always trying to find ways maintain our culture alive at home. We celebrate Guatemalan holidays, cook Guatemalan food and stay in touch with our family in Guatemala. I also love to share with my children stories about my adventures as a child and later as … Read more
Looking where to eat the best dishes in Guatemala City? You’re in the right place! Finding the best restaurants in town can be a bit of a hunt, but that’s where I come in. From traditional Guatemalan food to a delicious fusion of Mayan cuisine and modern gastronomy, here is the best foodie guide to … Read more
Thanks to the partnership I have with Delta Air Lines on this post, I am sharing my trip back home. As a Latina living in the United States I miss my country and my parents. It’s hard living away from family and friends and although our home is now in Florida I’ve never stopped missing … Read more
Located in Escuintla and just a one-and-a-half-hour drive from Guatemala City or Antigua Guatemala, Auto Safari Chapin is a great day trip for families and animal lovers. Whether you are visiting or living there, Auto Safari is one of the best things to do in Guatemala with kids. Things to do In Guatemala For Animal … Read more
When it comes to Guatemalan traditional food there are quite a few Guatemalan dishes that are unique. From cow’s tongue and brains to red ants and strange combinations like a seafood and plantain stew there are lot of unique Guatemalan foods that are worth trying! Guatemala Episode of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern A few … Read more
