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Tikal, Guatemala: Camping in the Shadow of the World’s Tallest Mayan Ruins

Ah, Tikal. It is far and away the most famous and popular vacation site in Guatemala — and for good reason. A well-preserved ancient Mayan city rising out of the dense Central American rainforest, spanning more than 20 square miles and dripping in exotic plants, spider monkeys, and toucans? Sign Read more…

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By Caitlin, 4 yearsJune 12, 2018 ago
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Semuc Champey, Guatemala’s Not-So-Hidden Gem

Semuc Champey is a remote, intensely beautiful natural monument in Central Guatemala. Here, deep in the forest, the Cahabón River runs underground for about 1,000 feet. It is covered by a limestone bridge that has been smoothed by thousands of years of running water and a slowly shifting river. The Read more…

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By Caitlin, 4 yearsMay 11, 2018 ago
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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, 4 yearsMarch 3, 2018 ago
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Your Ideal Two Week Nicaragua Travel Itinerary

So, you’re going to Nicaragua! That’s amazing. Congratulations. Nicaragua was unequivocally my favorite country in my 100 day trip through Central America. If you follow one of these customizable two week Nicaragua itineraries, you’ll definitely understand why. I have been a raving advocate for visiting Nicaragua since I spent over Read more…

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By Caitlin, 4 yearsFebruary 10, 2018 ago
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Hitchhiking, Hot Springs, and Cemetaries in Xela, Guatemala

After ten days of studying Spanish and exploring villages around Lake Atitlan, Michael and I were ready to slow down for a few days. Luckily, our schedule presented us with the perfect opportunity: five days in cool, mountainous Quetzaltenango, a city perched high in the mountains of Western Guatemala. That’s Read more…

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By Caitlin, 4 yearsFebruary 3, 2018 ago

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