One thing I never forget about my travels is the first day, sometimes so great and other times it makes you wish you never left home. But at the end of the day all that matters is that you are back on the road again.
On my last trip through Guatemala I could not have […]
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Waterfall Rubel Chaim (Under the Stars)
Published at June 25th, 2008 in Attractions, Activities, Ecotourism and Verapaces.No CommentsHoly Week in Guatemala
Published at March 20th, 2008 in Attractions and Events.No CommentsIt is one of the most important season and celebrations during the year. Easter is the commemoration of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection and there are solemn processions in the city and all Guatemalan territory, specially Antigua Guatemala. There are a lot of generations who keep doing this particular tradition, elaborating colored sawdust carpets […]
Xetulul
Published at July 17th, 2007 in Attractions and Activities.4 CommentsThe most recent theme park created by IRTRA is called Xetulul, a Mayan name that means “under the trees”. This modern park features 7 plazas that represent different cultures from around the world. It comes to no surprise to find among them three plazas dedicated to Guatemala. The Plaza Chapina welcomes the visitors with replicas […]
Xocomil
Published at July 16th, 2007 in Attractions and Activities.5 CommentsXocomil is not only the biggest water-park of Guatemala, it’s also the most visited and complete. Designed around a recreation of a Mayan pyramid, this fantastic 77,300 m² amusement park features a full day of fun for the entire family. Xocomil is part of IRTRA’s successful project of theme-parks and hotels developed in the southern […]
IRTRA
Published at July 13th, 2007 in Attractions and Hotels.7 CommentsThe Guatemalan Recreation Institute for Private Sector Employees, IRTRA, was created more than 30 years ago to develop recreation projects for the employees of the companies affiliated with the Institute. Over the last two decades IRTRA has developed it’s most ambitious project in the south-western department of Retalhuleu: a huge complex of hotels and theme […]
Hotel Valle Dorado
Published at July 12th, 2007 in Attractions and Hotels.10 CommentsValle Dorado hotel & amusement park is located in the eastern department of Zacapa, and it’s a very popular destination for Guatemalan families. It features 5 restaurants, sport bar, discotheque, swimming pool, café bar, ice cream parlor and 4 convenience stores, which makes it a very visited spot for people traveling on the […]
Cayman Suites
Published at July 2nd, 2007 in Attractions and Hotels.6 CommentsCayman Suites is a new hotel in front of the beach and designed with all the comfort and amenities you need to relax in Monterrico. It’s located at the South Pacific coast of Guatemala, Km. 10.5.
The hotel has a spectacular ocean view that you can enjoy from the swimming pool, the restaurant and […]
Pacaya Volcano
Published at April 25th, 2007 in Attractions, Ecotourism and Volcanoes.No CommentsPacaya is an active volcano located 30 Km South of Guatemala City. It has become a popular tourist attraction for many who visit Guatemala due to its accessibility and its continuous activity. Many groups of tourists go to Pacaya volcano every day looking for some lava sighting and a fun adventure.
Standing at 2552 m, […]