Guatemala

Guatemala is located on the ‘ring of fire’, a region along the Pacific Ocean rim where many volcanic eruptions and earthquakes occur. Because of the country’s location along this ring of fire, Guatemala is home to several volcanoes, both active and dormant. Perhaps Guatemala ‘s most famous active volcano is Fuego Volcano (‘Volcán Fuego). Fuego …

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Is Uaxactún Worth To Visit? If you are already planning to visit Tikal, then we think the Uaxactún ruins are absolutely worth visiting. Even though the Tikal ruins are significantly larger and more impressive, the Uaxactún ruins provide a different atmosphere and experience that, we feel, cannot be had at Tikal. The biggest downside of …

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With so many Mayan archeology sites in Guatemala and in Mexico, you might be wondering if visiting the Tikal ruins is worth the effort. After all, tickets are pricey, the bus ride is long, and perhaps you’re thinking that all ruins look the same. But after our visit to Tikal, we came away agreeing that …

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There are so many things to see, eat, and buy in Antigua, that visiting this historic town should be an essential stop in every traveler’s Guatemalan itinerary. Imagine waking up to awesome volcano views towering over you and strolling across cobblestone streets on your way to artisanal markets and trendy cafes. There are so many …

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