Guatemala Travel

A beautiful land of colorful Mayan culture impressive ruins of ancient Mayan cities, active volcanoes, diverse jungles, tranquil lake and cheap living, Guatemala is the heart of Central America. It is a destination where you can immerse in the beauty of landscape. If you go on an adventure trip you can to Guatemala, you can view magnificent inland caves, rivers, and the wildlife and greenery of the jungles. Tikal The most famous attraction is the Tikal National Park located in the tropical forest. More than 3,000 structures have been discovered in the 16 sq km of the Tikal’s centre, including temples, palaces and even ... Read Full Story

(photos by Courtney Hamilton) For a small country, Guatemala is chock full of sights to see — major Mayan ruins at Tikal, the pristine Lake Atitlan and the well-preserved Colonial city of Antigua. But a trek through this budget travelers' paradise is not for the faint of heart. Earlier this year, New Yorkers Courtney Hamilton and her boyfriend, Al Huang, took a two-week trip around Guatemala and braved scorpions, active volcanoes and all-night bus rides. Here, Courtney shares her experiences and advice as she explains why this vibrant Central American country is worth roughing it. Itinerary: After landing in Guatemala City, we took a ... Read Full Story

El D??a de los Santos in Guatemala Speaking of holidays ... Halloween is right around the corner, which means that Latin America's El Dia de Los Santos (known in the US as the Day of the Dead) is not far behind. This holiday, celebrated throughout Latin America on November 1st, is a time to honor and celebrate the lives of the dead. The week before this holiday, which is celebrated on November 1st, people all over Guatemala can be seen honing their kite flying skills. The occasion is celebrated in most of Guatemala by flying kites as a reminder to those who have long ... Read Full Story

GlobeRovers Rating: 8 / 10 Buzz Line : "The most colourful country in Central America" Eagle Eye : Guatemala is known for its violent past of political turmoil and natural disasters (in particular earthquakes and volcanic eruptions). During the 1980's and 90's political upheaval, more than 450 Mayan villages were destroyed and over 1 million people became internal and external refugees. The USA government provided support to Guatemalan military forces that took part in the brutal civilian killings . Hot Spots : Tikal ruins and surrounding areas, several active volcanoes, Lake Atitlan and the bustling villages The Low-down : Guatemala is one of the ... Read Full Story

Swing Your Way Through Guatemala's Lake Atitlan Now there's one more reason to visit one of Central America's most beautiful sites: an adventure-activity reserve on the shores of Lake Atitlan . If after days of relaxing by the lake you are ready for a little more action, “swing” by Reserva Natural Atitlan for a dose of adrenaline. Only a ten-minute walk from busy Panajachel, you will find a small oasis of nature. The Canopy tour is made up of five zip-lines that take you from the mountaintop, through dense vegetation and breathtaking views, all the way down to the lake. The guides are fully ... Read Full Story

I visited Guatemala with my friend Rob.  In addition to Rob's being the greatest travel companion you could ever dream of (fun, easy-going, adventurous, inquisitive, and fluent in Spanish!), he was also a great spiritual guide to me.  As I pondered various things happening in my life, Rob provided just the challenge I needed.   Since pictures with people are always more fun than those without, here are some shots of Rob and me taking Guatemala by storm.  In order, see us:  1. Arriving in La Aurora Airport, Guatemala City 2. On top of the world, as we climb Volcan Pacaya 3. At the foot ... Read Full Story

Swing Your Way Through Guatemala's Lake Atitlan Now there's one more reason to visit one of Central America's most beautiful sites: an adventure-activity reserve on the shores of Lake Atitlan . If after days of relaxing by the lake you are ready for a little more action, “swing” by Reserva Natural Atitlan for a dose of adrenaline. Only a ten-minute walk from busy Panajachel, you will find a small oasis of nature. The Canopy tour is made up of five zip-lines that take you from the mountaintop, through dense vegetation and breathtaking views, all the way down to the lake. The guides are fully ... Read Full Story

Is a vacation ever long enough? About ten of us traveled to Guatemala for the holidays. We enjoyed five great days in Antigua and five days in Lake Atitlan. Antigua is an old colonial town, with cobblestone streets, and colorful homes. Lake Atitlan is two hours outside of Guatemala and is a beautiful lake surrounded by volcanoes. Here is how we spent our days: Read Full Story