When I first started looking for an ideal destination for my first stop on the “slow travel” world tour, many cities popped up on the list. Ambergris Caye, Belize, was an early front-runner. English is spoken there, and the beaches are gorgeous. A perfect combo. I also considered Granada, Nicaragua and either Las Tablas or Boquete, Panama.Continue reading “Renting In Antigua Guatemala Like A Local”
Category Archives: Living in Antigua
El Mercado: Antigua Guatemala’s Farmers’ Market Tour
Last time I discussed food I showed you how far your money could go if you shopped at Antigua Guatemala’s Mercado (Farmers’ Market). Now I want to give you a virtual tour of what it looks like and what you can purchase there. You’ll be surprised (or scared!) at what “delicacies” you may be ableContinue reading “El Mercado: Antigua Guatemala’s Farmers’ Market Tour”
Driving to Guatemala: Extending Your Vehicle’s Permit
If your travels overland require you must drive through Guatemala, be warned. You may have planned to hit a few of the sights and merrily go your way, but trust me, Guatemala will slowly draw you in. Spend a week in Antigua Guatemala, or a weekend at Lake Atitlan, and pretty soon an idea slowly settlesContinue reading “Driving to Guatemala: Extending Your Vehicle’s Permit”
Antigua Guatemala Cost of Living Update: Fruits and Veggies
One of the best things about living in Antigua Guatemala is the exciting number of dining options are available. Due to the huge influx of tourists, you can find good, quality restaurants representing almost any type of cuisine. Do you want French food? Plenty of options. Thai? Japanese? Mediterranean? Italian? All covered. Getting your fixContinue reading “Antigua Guatemala Cost of Living Update: Fruits and Veggies”
Guatemala Visa Extension: Guide To Renewing Your Tourist Visa
*This article has been updated on April 30, 2018* The process to obtain a Guatemala visa extension is well-documented, although there’s a lot of incomplete and outdated information out there. I’ll give you the latest info on the process. If driving to Guatemala, you’ll need to update the vehicle’s permit as well – a vehicleContinue reading “Guatemala Visa Extension: Guide To Renewing Your Tourist Visa”