Hiking Acatenango was the very reason I wanted to visit Guatemala. I knew it was a challenging hike but one with great reward... getting to see an active volcano erupt. It's been on my bucket list for a couple years now, knowing it was something I wanted to do while I was as young and fit as possible. I was both excited and anxious, excited for the once in a lifetime experience, but anxious about the formidable challenge. After a few days settling into Antigua, it was finally time. Looking...

If you are planning a trip to Lake Atitlán, my best recommendation would be to book Casa Awänímä in Tzununá. Rooms start around $40 a night, breakfast is included, and it is the single most thoughtfully built property I have stayed at anywhere in Central America. Here's what I loved most about it. Most of Lake Atitlán has been sorted into categories. San Pedro is where you go to party, San Marcos is where you go for crystals and yoga teacher trainings, Panajachel is where you go to catch a...

Everything I did while spending 3 days in Antigua, Guatemala. Including what hostel to stay at, must try vegan restaurants, and places to see around the city.