A wide shot of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala with three volcanoes visible in the distance.

Guatemala

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Known as “the heart of the Mayan world”, this is THE destination for those wanting to indulge their best Indiana Jones fantasies. Visitors can explore its rainforests to uncover hundreds of archaeological sites from the height of the ancient Maya civilization, the most found in any other country. Seamlessly flowing from these sites are the highland towns and villages where the modern Maya keep their culture and traditions alive through food, art, and brightly coloured textiles. Pride runs deep here and community tourism offers visitors the opportunity to experience the country in an authentic way.

Colonial towns and coffee plantations seamlessly flow from the slopes of volcanoes, both active and dormant. Comprised of lush rainforests, lakes, volcanoes, cloud forests, and coastlines along the Atlantic and Pacific, this country has plenty for its visitors to explore.

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A woman in a wide brimmed hat takes a selfie with Guatemala's Lake Atitlan and three volcanoes visible in the background.

Where to Stay in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala (for the best experience!)

The "best" place to stay in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala depends on many factors. In this post, I help you decide on the best town for your visit.

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A woman stands next to a flag pole with the Guatemalan flag waving in the wind overlooking Lake Atitlan at the Mayan Nose hike lookout point.

Lake Atitlan: 5 Essential Travel Tips for Your Adventure!

Lake Atitlan has long been an unmissable stop in Guatemala. Here are my essential travel tips for Lake Atitlan!

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A woman looks out towards the city of Antigua, Guatemala from a balcony at Altamira.

5 Best Day Trips from Antigua, Guatemala

Antigua's central location makes it the perfect base for day trips. In this post, I share 5 of the best day trips from Antigua, Guatemala.

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A woman in a straw hat stand on a deck known as El Mirador looking over turquoise, tiered pools at Guatemala's Semuc Champey.

Semuc Champey: The Ultimate Solo Traveler’s Guide

Semuc Champey has long been an unmissable stop in Guatemala. I'm sharing the solo traveler's ultimate guide for how to get to Semuc Champey!

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A woman looks towards a water as she swims in the emerald waters of Semuc Champey in Guatemala.

10 Best Things To Do in Semuc Champey

Are you stuck in the Guatemalan jungle near Semuc Champey for a couple days? In this post, I share the best things to do in Semuc Champey.

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A woman in a blue jacket walks towards a yellow arch way (Arco de Santa Catalina) amongst the cobblestone streets of Antigua, Guatemala with Volcan de Agua in the distance.

Antigua, Guatemala: 5 Essential Travel Tips

Named as one of the most beautiful Spanish colonial towns, Antigua is a must-see site in Guatemala. Here are my travel tips to get you there!

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