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Antigua

7 local things to do in Antigua Guatemala

You have likely come across numerous travel articles about things to do in this colonial city. Many of them suggest the same popular places and …

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How to hike the Acatenango Volcano from Antigua. Tours, tips and prices

The most intense and unforgettable experience that Guatemala can give you, is conquering the top of one of its volcanoes. This country offers 6 volcanoes …

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Guatemala City Planning Transportation and parking

Safe parking lots in Guatemala City

Traveling by car is complex in most Latin American cities. And for tourists, it can be quite challenging to know the safest area to park …

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Top 10 secret places in Guatemala. How to get there and what it costs

There are hidden gems in Guatemala that you won’t find in tourist guides. You need a Guatemalan like me to tell you about them. So …

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Lake Atitlan

The 10 best cafes in Atitlan for Digital Nomads

The following list of the 10 best cafes in Atitlan for digital nomads you will find very useful. I can guarantee that because I lived …

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Planning Transportation and parking

Planning a trip to Guatemala: step by step

Planning a trip to Guatemala? Great! To turn those thoughts into action and be better informed on how to plan for a trip to Guatemala, …

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El Paredon beach Food tours Kayaking Pacific Coast Surfing

7 Things to do in El Paredon, Guatemala

El Paredon is a small town on the Pacific coast of Guatemala. Along a black sand beach of 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) you will find …

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The 8 best Mayan Ruins in Guatemala

Guatemala is the quintessential Mayan country. There are more than 20 Mayan groups and languages. This indigenous culture shows itself in every corner of the …

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El Paredon beach Pacific Coast Surfing

Where to take surfing lessons in El Paredon, Guatemala

El Paredon is the premier surfing destination in Guatemala – this is obvious from the moment you arrive. You will see people walking around with …

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Atlantic Coast Planning Transportation and parking

The Ultimate Guide to Livingston Guatemala

Livingston is a one-of-a-kind spot in Guatemala. Its population is a mix between Afro-descendant Garifuna and indigenous Mayan Q’eqchies. This makes for an attractive combination. …

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I am Safira, an enthusiast Guatemala explorer and founder of this website.
I want to invite you to explore my country.

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I detail the best places to stay, where to eat and the greatest things to do.

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