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A Night in the Glow of an Erupting Volcano: Hiking Acatenango in Guatemala

Have you ever dreamt of waking up in the middle of the night, pulling aside the flap of your tent, and gazing out on an erupting volcano? If you haven’t, then start dreaming: the hike to the summit of the Acatenango volcano in Guatemala allows you to do just that. Read more…

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By Caitlin, 3 years3 years ago
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Guatemala

The Chicken Bus from Antigua to Panajachel

Lake Atitlan (or Lago de Atitlan) is a huge crater lake set between volcanoes in the western highlands of Guatemala. The lake is surrounded by dozens of small Mayan villages that are primarily connected by frequent boat shuttles. Lake Atitlan is a highly spiritual place for the Mayans and is widely Read more…

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By Caitlin, 3 years3 years ago
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Guatemala

5 Essential Experiences in Antigua, Guatemala

I decided to try my hand at creating infographics to concisely display my travel tips and recommendations for certain areas. Without further ado, I present: my top five Antigua, Guatemala travel tips!

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By Caitlin, 3 years3 years ago
Guatemala

Antigua, a Colonial Dream Amidst the Volcanoes

Antigua, Guatemala is an entirely unique experience. This small city is a masterpiece of Spanish colonial architecture, a cobblestoned, pastel-toned, massive-stone-edifice dotted dreamscape. What’s more, Antigua is plopped poetically in a valley surrounded on three sides by volcanoes. The views of decorative architecture backed by volcanic peaks is simply unmatched. Read more…

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By Caitlin, 3 years ago
Guatemala

Semana Santa in Antigua Picture Gallery

I couldn’t fit all these amazing photos in my post about Semana Santa in Antigua, so here’s a gallery chock full of em’.  

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