Living in Guatemala
Articles About Life in Guatemala
Monday Escape – Antigua, Guatemala
Those who've toured many parts of Central America tend to agree that Guatemala City is the least-welcoming city in the region, so it's a little strange that a small town 30 miles away is one of the most welcoming. Antigua is arguably the most popular destination in the country, even more so than its beach resorts and the Tikal Ruins up north, so [...]
Exploring the Cities of Guatemala
Guatemala City Guatemala City is the capital and largest city in the country, as well as the largest city in Central America and the Caribbean. Its population is around 940,000, and the metro area is over 2 million. It is a diverse city, as most of the population is Mestizo (a combination of Spanish and native), while there are also some German, [...]
Exploring the Volcanoes of Guatemala
The Central American country of Guatemala has 33 volcanoes, which are located in its highlands. It is a wonderful place for expats who are adventurous hikers or geologists, but not an ideal place for those who fear natural disasters. Agua, Fuego and Acatenango These are three peaks that are located over the colonial town of Antigua. Fuego is [...]
Monday Escape: Panajachel, Guatemala
Panajachel is often nicknamed "Gringotenango" by locals due to the large numbers of tourists it gets annually, and it's easy to see why it gets so much international attention. This beautiful hippie town has everything a laid back, nature/culture lovin' expat could want. The town is located on the shore of spectacular Lake Atitlán, and it [...]




















