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”

Good Friday Procession: La Merced Church

One of the most interesting events I have seen during my travels is the annual Easter Week religious processions in Antigua Guatemala. There are others, notably in Mexico and Spain, but it can be argued that Antigua’s have the best overall displays. Antigua’s beautiful colonial building make for a colorful background, which definitely contributes to theContinue reading “Good Friday Procession: La Merced Church”

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”