In the current COVID-19 climate very few people are going travelling. But with vaccination rollouts all around the world, we can finally look ahead to booking a holiday. And there is no better place to visit than Guatemala. When it comes to deciding on accommodation in Guatemala, there’s a lot of confusing advice available. Guatemala is so varied that first-time […]
Guatemala is a beautiful, colourful and exuberant place to visit. When COVID-19 travel restrictions lift and the world goes back to some kind of normal, visiting Guatemala has to be on your list of destinations. And if you can time it right, try and fit in at least one of the many Guatemalan festivals, events, national days of celebration and […]
In the UK and the US Halloween gets all of the attention in the run up to All Saints Day on 1 November. But other cultures and countries observe this traditionally important day in the calendar in different ways. Mexico’s Day of the Dead is well-known for its culturally significant celebration of the lives and spirits of lost family members […]
After the challenges we’ve all been forced to face from the pandemic, what could be better than finally planning that trip away? Guatemala is now open to visitors again, and while I’m not necessarily suggesting going this year, let’s have a look at where you could go in 2021. Jürg Widmer Probst Guatemala special feature: wellness retreats There […]
Guatemala is open to tourists again, although there are lots of COVID-19 restrictions in place. In this blog we’re going to look at an unforgettable trek to the Mayan ruins of El Mirador. Whether you go for it this year or next, El Mirador should absolutely be on your bucket list of travel destinations. But first we’ll give a […]
The centre of the Maya Empire’s was the tropical lowlands that make up today’s Guatemala. Its peak in terms of influence and power hit at around the 6th century AD. By 900AD most of the giant cities were abandoned. Mayan civilisation has left behind artwork, architecture and plenty of evidence showing their excellence in pottery, writing, maths, calendar making and […]
Think you know everything there is to know about Guatemala? Think again. This incredible country is one of the most fascinating on the planet. It has a rich history, vibrant, exciting cities, amazing wildlife and a culture shaped by a diverse range of ethnic groups. It all adds up to a place that constantly surprises. So, with that in mind, […]
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