Funny thing about Guatemalans (or perhaps not so funny) is the use of the language. Fijese is one of the most characteristic words in the country. Its literal translation would be “pay attention” or “focus” (strictly on language terms). The most down-to-earth translation is “you’ll see… about what you asked…”.

But really, what it means in Guatemala is “bad news” keep reading »

So you want to visit Tikal on your own? driving? excellent!! Renting a car or taking your own car on a trip from Guatemala City to Tikal is a great way to see the places around and visit several destinations keeping a low budget, better if you stay on cheap hotels or if you camp around. keep reading »

People ask me all the time what’s the best way to get to Tikal from Guatemala City. If you have zero budget problems you can take a flight early in the morning (6:00-7:30). TAG and TACA have daily flights for about US$200 roundtrip. Check their websites for updated prices. (TAG, Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos, and also, check TACA Airlines). keep reading »

Next time you see a great salad, remember, the best ingredients come from Guatemala

San Lucas (a colorful market just before getting to Antigua Guatemala) is not only a commerce land, if you go far from the restaurants you will reach green and fresh trails among relaxing views. keep reading »

After a year of hard work on a project in Guatemala City I got an assignment at Quetzaltenango (Xela). What a great place to go!, it is like they sent me on vacations!. I knew I had to work on a tight schedule to complete the set of pictures I had to shoot but I was happy as I could get. I love Xela, but takes time to relax huh? keep reading »

I was invited many times to climb this volcano known as “Agua” or “Water Volcano”. I read somewhere it is one of nature best pieces of art being its shape almost perfect. I thought it was just a touristic exaggeration but lucky me: I was wrong. keep reading »