I’ve gotten a lot of emails from people over the past few weeks regarding the information I posted about the legal requirements for the Guatemala Pensionado Program. While I haven’t really bothered to do the paperwork myself because it’s not something I’m interested in doing at the moment, I really became curious about what wereContinue reading “Guatemala Pensionado Program Benefits”
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Surfing In Guatemala: Visiting El Paredon Surf Camp
I took my first surfing lessons a few years ago in the pleasant, beginner-surfer friendly beaches of Hawaii. It did not go well. I flopped around like a fish out of water – except I was surrounded by water – and had a miserable time overall. Not only did I never manage to stand upContinue reading “Surfing In Guatemala: Visiting El Paredon Surf Camp”
Retiring in Guatemala: Residency and Pensionado Programs
I get a few emails every month from people seeking information about retiring in Guatemala. The fact that they’re considering Guatemala tells me they’ve done their homework and haven’t been “steered” towards the usual suspects, such as Costa Rica or Panama. I’m in no way putting down choices other than Guatemala because, as I can only speakContinue reading “Retiring in Guatemala: Residency and Pensionado Programs”
Antigua Guatemala to Tapachula Mexico Visa Run
It’s that time of the year again every expat dreads… visa run time! It’s always exciting at first, though it never fails to become a drag sooner or later, especially if you’ve settled into a comfortable routine. When entering Guatemala, most people will get a 90-day visa to stay in the country. You can readilyContinue reading “Antigua Guatemala to Tapachula Mexico Visa Run”
The Living in Antigua Guatemala Guide is Finally Here!
At last! The “Slow Travel Guide to Living in Antigua Guatemala” is finally here! After what now seems like ages ago, I set out to create a guide to help fellow travelers and future expats make a smooth transition into Antigua Guatemala and provide up-to-date information about the cost of living in Antigua Guatemala. I figuredContinue reading “The Living in Antigua Guatemala Guide is Finally Here!”