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Santiaguito Volcano erupting beneath Santa María Volcano as seen from Reserva Patrocinio in Guatemala

Reserva Patrocinio: A Beautiful Nature Lodge Beneath Santa María and Santiaguito Volcanos

Some places are beautiful, and some places make you stop in your tracks. During our two nights at Reserva Patrocinio, I walked through the forest at dawn with tears in my eyes, watched Santiaguito erupt beneath Santa María, searched for frogs and armadillos after dark, and ate breakfast surrounded by birds with volcanoes rising beyond the trees. It was one of the most magical nature stays I have experienced in Guatemala.

Orilla Casas en Ati Review: Our Favorite Family Airbnb in Santiago Atitlán

Disclosure: Our four-night stay at Orilla Casas en Ati was hosted by the property. As always, all opinions and recommendations are my own. This article also contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. I knew Orilla Casas en Ati was going to be different almost as … Read more

Tips for visiting Chuitinamit Mayan Site in Atitlan

Guide to Chuitinamit in Santiago Atitlán: Ancient Tz’utujil Maya Site

Chuitinamit, also known as Chiya’, is a little-visited Tz’utujil Maya archaeological site across the bay from Santiago Atitlán. Reached only by boat and a 45-minute hike, it combines ancient stone carvings, archaeological remains and some of the most striking views on Lake Atitlán.

Guest standing on a flower-filled balcony at Hotel Casa Realeza in Antigua Guatemala during sunset.

Hotel Casa Realeza Antigua Guatemala Review: Stay by La Merced

Casa Realeza Antigua Guatemala is a beautiful colonial boutique hotel in the heart of Antigua’s historic center, directly across from the iconic yellow-and-white La Merced Church and just a short walk from the Santa Catalina Arch, Parque Central, restaurants, cafés, and many of the city’s most famous landmarks. I stayed here with my two kids, … Read more

Restaurant terrace and pool at Hotel Atitlán during sunset with volcano views across Lake Atitlán

Best Restaurants in Panajachel: Where to Eat in Pana

Panajachel has more restaurants than any other town at Lake Atitlán, and plenty coast on location. These are the Pana restaurants I would send friends and family to, from breakfast and Guatemalan food to lake-view dinners, coffee, and street food.

Traditional Guatemalan pulique with chicken, potatoes and rice overlooking Lake Atitlán

Traditional Foods of Sololá: What to Eat Around Lake Atitlán

Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you book or buy something through one of my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and services I have personally used or vetted. This guide to the traditional foods of Sololá is about what people eat around … Read more

Kinnik restaurant on the lakeshore at Lake Atitlán with yellow tables, umbrellas, and volcano views

Best Restaurants in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala: Where to Eat Around the Lake

Eating well at Lake Atitlán takes more planning than it looks. These are the restaurants I actually recommend around the lake, from local kitchens and longtime favorites to meals worth crossing the water for.

Caramel flan topped with edible flowers at 27 Adentro in Antigua Guatemala, with Volcán de Agua in the background.

Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Antigua Guatemala From A Local

Looking for gluten-free restaurants in Antigua Guatemala? Here’s where to eat safely, from clearly labeled GF menus to the traditional dishes worth asking about, plus pizza, pasta, pancakes, hotels, and bakeries.

Where to Eat Tamales in Guatemala

Discover where to eat the best tamales in Guatemala, from tamales colorados in Guatemala City and Antigua to paches in Xela and tamalitos in Cobán and Lake Atitlán. This local guide includes trusted restaurants, markets, regional specialties, and tips for ordering.

Close-up of a West Indian manatee underwater with rounded face and whiskered muzzle.

Manatees in Guatemala And Where to See Them

Yes, there are manatees in Guatemala, but the best way to plan a manatee trip here is not to think of it as a guaranteed wildlife sighting. Think of it as a quiet boat trip through some of Guatemala’s most fragile and beautiful Caribbean wetlands, with the chance of seeing an Antillean manatee if the … Read more

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