I doubt the Mayas ever heard of Santa Claus back when they were building one of the greatest, most advanced civilizations known to man. But it would only be a matter of time before good ol’ Saint Nick would make an appearance, much to the delight of merchants and business-people everywhere. Festival Navideño Today I’m visiting theContinue reading “Festival Navideño In Guatemala City”
Category Archives: Living in Antigua
Three Things You Should Be Grateful for Today… But Probably Won’t Be
I’ve meant to finish this post since last week, but I’ve been busy with a few other things. Turns out this week couldn’t be more perfect, since Thanksgiving Day is in the minds of most Americans (my Canadian friends already had their Thanksgiving day, so they’re well ahead of everyone else when it comes toContinue reading “Three Things You Should Be Grateful for Today… But Probably Won’t Be”
4 Reasons Expat Life in Guatemala is Better Than Expat Life in Belize
After having the chance to visit Belize for a few days, I have now gained a new appreciation for my expat life in Guatemala. Don’t get me wrong, I had a lot of fun in Belize. In fact, TOO much fun, and I have the (ouch!) sunburns to prove it. But… After almost a week,Continue reading “4 Reasons Expat Life in Guatemala is Better Than Expat Life in Belize”
How To Stay Safe Overseas And In Guatemala
Friends and family were dumbfounded when I told them of my plans to move to Guatemala. They reasoned Guatemala was dangerous and not a good place to live at all. Of course, none had ever set foot here before. This is fairly excusable if you are to believe the information put out there by otherContinue reading “How To Stay Safe Overseas And In Guatemala”
ATMs and Banking in Antigua Guatemala
One of the first things you’ll grow to dislike, once your travel for longer than your standard two-week vacation, are banking regulations. When you visit for short spells, ATM and credit card transaction fees won’t amount to that much. In fact, you may avoid them all together if you use Traveler’s Checks and your bankContinue reading “ATMs and Banking in Antigua Guatemala”