There are some places in this world that seem to emanate energy. It’s hard to describe exactly what it is, but you can just sense it. Maybe it’s the massive magma chamber underneath the […]
Eliza Stein
Our Favorite Places To Eat Around Lake Atitlan
Finally, the post you’ve been waiting for…FOOD! No matter who you are or where you come from, you’re going to find a taste that you’ll love around the lake . My hope is to make […]
The True Atitlan: Looking Past the Keychains and Travel Agencies
When you first arrive at Lake Atitlan, you most likely land in Panajachel, the tourism heart of Atitlan. Storefronts, vendors, art galleries, and restaurants draw you in with their brightly colored tapestries, ethnic foods, […]
An Introduction To San Marcos La Laguna
One of my favorite weekend activities while living on the lake was heading over to San Marcos for some indulgence and self love. San Marcos is famous for its large population of yogi expats […]
The Best Night Life in Panajachel
Of all of the towns around the lake, Panajachel definitely has the most diverse nightlife. On weekends, you are sure to find live music in many different venues, a handful of clubs, and restaurants […]
Staying Safe Around Lake Atitlan
Okay, so I’m sure you’ve been wondering about it. After all, Central America isn’t widely known as the safest region in the world. And Guatemala does have a violent history, especially in the ’80s […]
What It’s Like To Volunteer In Guatemala
One of the the many draws to Lake Atitlan are the dozens of nonprofits and international schools around the lake. The large indigenous population in the surrounding communities, along with the beautiful lakeside setting, […]
10 Free Things To Do & See Around Lake Atitlan
You’ve paid your hotel deposit, treated yourself to a nice 200Q dinner at Chez Alex last night, and just spent 200Q to for a measly 3G of data. Ready for a break from spending? […]
The Shopper’s Guide to Lake Atitlan
It’s happened to the best of us. We’ve just finished negotiating an awesome deal for a beautiful textile, and minutes after the purchase we walk past an identical item being sold for $20 less. […]
How To Hike Volcán San Pedro
So, you’re finally here. You’ve taken three chicken buses and two colectivos, survived the winding descent down the hill from Solola, and you’ve made it to the lake. Alive. You make your way down […]