Guides & travel tips
Everything we wish someone had told us before our first trip to Guatemala City, Antigua, El Paredon, Lake Atitlan and Tikal.
Antigua
The Best Things to Do in Antigua Guatemala
Cobblestone streets, three volcanoes on the skyline, and some of the best coffee in the world - here's how to spend your time in Antigua.
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Guatemala City
What to Do in Guatemala City (Zona 11 and Zona 14)
Guatemala City doesn't get the hype Antigua does, but it's got museums, a genuine food scene, and it's where you'll actually land.
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El Paredón
El Paredón: Guatemala's Off-Grid Surf Town
Black sand beaches, no traffic, and a surf break that's still mostly a local secret - here's what to know about El Paredón.
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Lake Atitlán
Lake Atitlán: Volcanoes, Villages and Boats
Three volcanoes, a dozen lakeside villages, and a boat network connecting all of them - here's how to actually see Lake Atitlán.
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Tikal
Visiting Tikal: Everything to Know Before You Go
Ancient Maya temples rising out of the jungle canopy - here's how to plan a trip to one of Central America's most impressive ruins.
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Travel Tips
Getting Around Guatemala: Airports, Transfers and Transport
From landing at La Aurora to getting between Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and El Paredón - here's how to actually move around Guatemala.
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Travel Tips
Is Guatemala Safe to Visit? A Practical Guide
The question every first-time visitor asks. Here's an honest, practical answer instead of a vague reassurance.
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Travel Tips
The Best Time to Visit Guatemala
Dry season, rainy season, and why the best time depends on whether you're headed to the highlands, the coast, or the jungle.
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Booking Tips
How to Avoid Airbnb Fees in Guatemala: Book Direct Instead
Airbnb's own guest service fee is usually under 14% of your booking - on top of the cleaning fee. Same apartments, same hosts - booking direct cuts that out entirely.
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Remote Work
Guatemala for Remote Workers: Where to Stay and Work
Reliable wifi, a US-friendly time zone, and a genuinely lower cost of living - here's how to base a remote work trip in Guatemala.
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Why Guests Keep Calling Us Antigua's Best Boutique Stay
A five-star loft two blocks from Parque Central and a full house guests never want to check out of - here's what makes our Antigua stays stand out, in guests' own words.
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Antigua
Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala: What to Know Before You Go
Elaborate sawdust carpets, towering processions, and some of the most famous Holy Week celebrations on Earth - here's what to expect and how to plan around it.
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Guatemala City Airport Layover: What to Do Near GUA
Long layover at La Aurora International Airport? Here's what's actually worth leaving the airport for, and how to judge if you have time.
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Zona 11 vs Zona 14: Where Should You Stay in Guatemala City?
Both are Guatemala City's modern, walkable districts - here's the real difference between Zona 11 and Zona 14, and how to pick.
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Antigua
Hiking Acatenango or Pacaya from Antigua: What to Know Before You Go
Watching Volcán de Fuego erupt from Acatenango's summit is the single most-talked-about thing to do near Antigua. Here's how to actually prepare for it.
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Antigua Guatemala for Digital Nomads: Wifi, Cafes and Where to Stay
Cobblestone streets, a volcano view from your desk, and a real nomad community - here's what working remotely from Antigua actually looks like.
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Lake Atitlán Day Trip from Antigua: Is It Worth It?
The lake is close enough to Antigua for a day trip, but is that actually the right way to see it? Here's the honest answer, plus how to get there.
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