09 June, 2026

Lake Atitlan Guatemala: The Ultimate Guide 2026

Lake Atitlán is a volcanic crater lake in the Western Highlands of Guatemala, widely considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. It sits at 1,562 meters above sea level and is the deepest lake in Central America at over...
06 June, 2026

Best Things to Do in Guatemala in July 2026

July is one of the best months to visit Guatemala if you know how to travel it. Rain arrives in the afternoon — mornings are clear, sunny, and perfect for volcano hikes, boat rides, and ruins tours. Crowds are at their lowest,...
30 May, 2026

Acatenango 4×4 Tour — Is It Worth It? Complete Guide 2026

The Acatenango 4x4 tour from Antigua Guatemala takes you most of the way up the volcano by 4-wheel drive vehicle, cutting the hiking time to approximately 1 to 1.5 hours instead of 6 to 7 hours. You still sleep at base camp,...
19 May, 2026

10 Best Places to Visit in Guatemala in 2026 — The Complete Travel Guide

Quick Answer: The best places to visit in Guatemala in 2026 are: Antigua Guatemala, Acatenango Volcano, Lake Atitlán, Tikal National Park, Semuc Champey, Chichicastenango, Pacaya Volcano, Flores and Petén, Monterrico Beach, and Paragliding over Antigua. All of these destinations can be visited...
08 May, 2026

Lake Atitlán Day Trip from Antigua — Complete Guide 2026

If you only have one day to spend outside of Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán should be your destination. Consistently ranked among the most beautiful lakes in the world, Lake Atitlán sits surrounded by three towering volcanoes and twelve indigenous Mayan villages, each...
22 April, 2026

Is Volcano Hiking in Guatemala Safe? What Every Tourist Must Know

Guatemala sits on one of the most geologically active zones on Earth. With 37 volcanoes — four of them currently active — the country offers some of the most dramatic hiking experiences in the Americas. But recent incidents have raised a question...
17 April, 2026

Guatemala City Airport to Antigua: Complete 2026 Transfer Guide

Getting from Guatemala City's La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Antigua Guatemala takes 45 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes by road, covering approximately 45 km (28 miles). The four main transfer options are shared shuttles ($15–25 USD), private shuttles ($50–90...
13 April, 2026

Acatenango Volcano Hike: The Complete Guide for 2026

Hiking Acatenango Volcano is one of the most extraordinary experiences in all of Central America — and arguably one of the top bucket list adventures on the planet. Standing at 3,976 meters above sea level, Acatenango gives you a front-row seat to...
30 March, 2026

Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala: What to Expect as a Tourist

Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala: What Every Tourist Needs to Know (2026 Guide) If there is one event in Latin America that stops time, it is Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala. Every year, hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world...
21 January, 2026

Why Guatemala Is Perfect for Slow Travel?

Slow travel is about more than moving slowly—it’s about connecting deeply with a destination, its people, culture, and rhythms of daily life. Instead of rushing from one attraction to another, slow travelers prioritize meaningful experiences, longer stays, and authentic encounters. Guatemala is...