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Guatemala

Where to eat in San Pedro la Laguna

August 26, 2011 Central America

After my trek with Quetzaltrekkers from Xela to Lake Atitlan, I was more than ready for some R&R. And the lakeside town of San Pedro la Laguna was the perfect place to do just that.

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Disappointed in Chichicastenango

August 24, 2011 Central America

Should you visit the Chichicastenango market?

Like most travellers (and most girls) I like a good market.

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My room in…San Pedro la Laguna

August 22, 2011 Central America

Sometimes, I just can’t be bothered with dorms. And after three days of trekking from Xela to Lake Atitlan in Guatemala with Quetzaltrekkers, I was ready for some time to myself and to relax.

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Should you learn Spanish in Xela or Antigua?

August 19, 2011 Central America

If you’ve only got a limited time in Guatemala to learn Spanish or you’re looking to set yourself up in the one spot for a while, you’ll probably wonder whether it’s better to do so in Antigua or Quetzaltenango (Xela). So having spent a week studying in both places, here’s my take on the subject.

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An interview with Bryan from Quetzaltrekkers

August 17, 2011 Central America

At the end of a three day hike from Xela to Lake Atitlan, fearless leader Bryan (blue t-shirt) awaits a well-deserved lunch in San Pedro la Laguna, Guatemala So by now you will have read about my three day trek with Quetzaltrekkers in Guatemala. After the hike, I caught up with Bryan, one of two [...]

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Lessons I learned hiking with Quetzaltrekkers: Part 3

August 15, 2011 Adventure

Trekking in rural Guatemala leaves a lasting impression on the mind, body and spirit.

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Lessons I Learned Hiking with Quetzaltrekkers: Part 2

August 10, 2011 Adventure

I rock at mind over matter Although I continue to put myself into situations where a modicum of fitness is required, I am really not so great at physical activity. Whenever I go hiking, horse-riding, cycling or any other activity that is not sitting on my arse using free wifi I find myself asking how [...]

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