This was a very hot day on a travel to Tikal. The sun was not “heating” the air, it was punishing us!. This is one of the most hot summers I can remember (global warming?)

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There is much more to see on the way to Tikal than just the road.

The road goes around Lake Petén Itzá. Is one of the biggest lakes in Guatemala. The water is fresh, crystal clear and with white shores.
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The Museum of Natural History of Guatemala, located at just 5 minutes from the airport has many valuable treasures to see, but the one that captivated my attention this time is this beautiful flower.

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A wide variety of animals waits for you at Petencito Zoo, from the great “Jaguar” to the friendly local birds. Get there taking a boat from the island of Santa Elena and enjoy the ride.

This is the picture of a friendly, sweet and (cute?) yes, cute parrot. As you can see, the forehead has no red spot. This means… (more…)

There is no easy way to describe this place but saying: amazingly beautiful and peaceful.

You can’t get enough… When I first described this place to some friends they finding it hard to believe… It was even hard to believe being there. (more…)

This post is very serious (I’m not not joking at all). Guatemala is worldwide known as the “Land of eternal spring” and also “the land of beautiful landscapes”.

Here you can find amazing views like as you drive and travel around.

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While rock climbing around Jalapa we found this little amazing… bug? actually we have no idea of what kind of insect this is.

For some friends it is a variation of an ant (hormiga) also the cousin of an “alacrán” (scorpion), so it was named “hormicrán”. (more…)

The architectural beauty of Antigua Guatemala stays alive even at night, and perhaps is when you can appreciate things that hide under the sunlight. Details everywhere, the buildings and illuminated churches are for many, the best scenarios for night photography. (more…)

Climbing a volcano is always better in the early morning. This way not only you avoid the heat of the midday sun, you also get the best of the day: clear sky and amazing view.

Pacaya Volcano has by far, the best landscape to see near Guatemala City.  Sometimes the clouds from a little “hat” over the summit of Agua Volcano, other times it just covers the highest part making the summit still visible. (more…)

Next time you see a great salad, remember, the best ingredients come from Guatemala

San Lucas (a colorful market just before getting to Antigua Guatemala) is not only a commerce land, if you go far from the restaurants you will reach green and fresh trails among relaxing views. (more…)