Santa Maria Volcano In Guatemala: How To Hike This Epic Peak
This is the story of my sunrise climb up the Santa Maria Volcano near Xela in Guatemala. If you’re looking for practical information about how …
Guatemala
I spent three months travelling and volunteering in beautiful Guatemala. Here’s where you’ll find all the posts I’ve written about this vibrant country.
Alfombras In Guatemala: A Guide To The Colourful Sawdust Carpets
Guatemala is full of colour. From the intricately-woven blouses and skirts that Maya women wear, to the energetic markets bursting with goods in every hue, …
Livingston Guatemala: A Photo Guide To This Quirky Caribbean Town
I’ll be honest: I didn’t plan to visit Livingston when I arrived in Guatemala. Nor, indeed when, after a few weeks of travelling, I arrived …
Is Guatemala Safe? 60+ Practical Tips For Safe Travel In Guatemala
How dangerous is Guatemala really? It’s a question that bothered me endlessly before I went there. Far more than planning routes or researching hotels, the …
Seeing The Resplendent Quetzal Bird In Guatemala
This story about my experience searching for a resplendent quetzal bird in Guatemala was inspired by an article I wrote for BBC Wildlife Magazine. If …
Rio Dulce Guatemala: Is The ‘Sweet River’ Worth It?
As you plan your travels round Guatemala, you’ll come across references to the ‘Rio Dulce’. Some websites and blogs make it sound idyllic: a tranquil …
Cerro Quemado in Guatemala: The Volcano Where People Talk To The Gods
In Guatemala, just south of the second largest city, Quetzaltenango, is a jagged ancient volcano. Its name is Cerro Quemado, which means ‘Burnt Hill’. Here, …
28 Tried And Tested Things To Do In Antigua Guatemala
Antigua is the jewel in Guatemala’s crown, a gorgeous and colourful colonial city ringed by volcanoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a welcoming and buzzing city …
Guatemala People: 30 Portraits Of Guatemalans That Show Their Rich Culture
Guatemala is a place that still holds on proudly to its heritage and traditions, and nowhere is that more visible than in the Guatemala people. …
Nature Vacations: 25 Amazing Places For An Outdoors Adventure
Nature vacations are becoming more and more popular – especially since the pandemic, when social distancing and long walks in the countryside became a thing. …
A Surprise Review Of Eagles Nest Yoga Retreat in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
** This post was awarded Blog Post Of The Year at the British Guild of Travel Writers’ Members Excellence Awards 2023** This is my honest …