Living On Lake Atitlan
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Personal Tuk Tuk Driver & Assistant In Panajachel
Panajachel has more Tuk Tuk’s than any other town on the lake. If you don’t have a car or motorcycle, it’s one of the primary means of transport. It costs just 5q to go […]
Float into Bliss: Paddleboard Yoga with Andrea on Lake Atitlan!
Hey, Lake Atitlan lovers & yoga peeps! Let’s dive into something truly magical. Picture this: a serene morning on Tzanjuyu Bay, Lake Atitlan. The water is calm, the sun is rising, and the whole […]
Mister Jon’s: Best American Food @Lake Atitlan?
My name is Leif and I have a problem. I can’t stop eating at Mister Jon’s. Every time I’m in Panajachel, I eat there at least once a day. Some days I eat all […]
We’re Looking for a Co-Editor
Job Opportunity: Co-Editor for AtitlanLiving.com Join us as the co-editor for AtitlanLiving.com, a destination blog, with an average 14,000 unique monthly visitors, focused on living and traveling around Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, and receive […]
From Handicrafts to Online Success: The Story of Jesus and His Family’s Traditional Textile Business in Santa Catarina
Meet Jesus, a 21-year-old Mayan Kaqchikel from Guatemala. He comes from a large and hardworking family, with two sisters, two brothers, and several nephews. All of them are dedicated to the art of handcrafted […]
Your Guide to Bargaining in Guatemala
If you’ve ever come home feeling euphoric after nabbing an amazing sale during a shopping spree, Guatemala will be the country of your dreams. Here, you don’t have to wait for Black Friday or […]
5 Atitlan Activities to Boost Your Adrenaline
If you enjoy adventure activities or trying something new, this post is for you! I’ll cover five Lake Atitlán adventure activities to boost your adrenaline, from paragliding to motorcycle tours.
How To Get From Atitlán to Copán Ruins
Would you believe me if I told you that deep in the jungle, there lay the ruins of a splendorous civilization, rich in art and science; a people whose disappearance puzzled adventurers and […]
7 Great Panajachel Coffee Shops
Drink delicious highland coffee from all over Guatemala during your time in Panajachel Guatemala. Here are 7 great Panajachel coffee shops you won’t want to miss.
Panajachel Laboratory Directory
If you’re needing to get lab work done in Panajachel, you have several good options available. Choose the one that suits you best from this Panajachel Laboratory Directory. Looking for a COVID test for […]
Cultural Tours in Santa Cruz
Most of the cultural classes available in Santa Cruz la Laguna are organized by Amigos de Santa Cruz, a great NGO that seeks to improve the lives of local people through education and economic empowerment. This is tourism that helps the community, tourism you can feel good about.
Where to shop gluten-free in Lake Atitlán
If you are gluten intolerant or have celiac disease, I feel your pain. I know from personal experience how daunting it can be to find (and afford) gluten-free specialty items. The challenges are only compounded if you’re living in a foreign country or traveling. I hope this guide to where to shop gluten-free in Lake Atitlán can ease some of the stress of finding delicious food you can eat without getting sick.
7 Unusual Guatemalan Vegetables & How to Prepare Them
Guatemala has so much more to offer than many people’s standard potato-onion-tomato lineup. Don’t miss out on the delicious flavors and textures offered by these 7 unusual Guatemalan vegetables.
Delhi6 Indian Restaurant Panajachel
Located on a terrace above Abracadabra on Calle Santander, Delhi6 Restaurant has an open-air balcony, solid wooden tables under umbrellas, and walls painted with colorful murals. The tantalizing aromas of cumin, cardamom, turmeric, and garlic scent the air, waking the senses and the belly.
Panajachel Hospital Directory
It’s always a good idea to know what to do if you need medical care while in Lake Atitlán or have a medical emergency. Learn what options are available (and perfect for you) with this Panajachel hospital directory. I’ll explain where each hospital and health center is located, along with basic information about their hours and the services they offer.
The Truth About The Water Quality Of Lake Atitlan
Just one look at Lake Atitlan is enough to fall in love. The lake is 340 meters deep, 18 kilometers long, and approximately 84,000 years old. The waves ripple between the bases of three […]
Dance Classes Around Lake Atitlán
Taking a dance class is an awesome way to get to know people, learn a new skill, and have fun while you’re at it. What better place to learn this exuberant form of expression than in Lake Atitlán?
Art Buying Guide To Lake Atitlán
‘You can either buy clothes or buy pictures,’ she said. ‘It’s that simple. No one who is not very rich can do both. Pay no attention to your clothes and no attention at all […]
The Magical Huipils (Traditional Attire) of Santiago Atitlán
Whether you’ve been on Lake Atitlan for years or just arrived yesterday, you’ve surely noticed the most striking component of the local women’s traditional dress: the huipil. This woven garment is worn along with […]
How to Volcán Atitlán: Lake Atitlan’s Highest Volcano!
Contemplating your next few days’ vacation as your colectivo drifts around the windy corners on its descent into Lake Atitlan, you may have noticed twin volcanic peaks rising from the lake’s southern shore. The […]
How to Hike Volcan Toliman
Lake Atitlan was born from an eruption so large that an entire mountain collapsed on itself and made a huge depression reaching kilometers in diameter. That crater then became a huge caldera filled with […]
How To Eat Like A Local in Santiago Atitlán
Santiago, the largest of the towns on Lake Atitlán, is a teeming mini-metropolis with a bustling market, fascinating local customs, and over 45,000 inhabitants. It’s also one of the best places in Guatemala to […]
Motorcycling Guatemala: The Best Riding In The World
Admittedly, it’s a pretty bold title, and of course entirely subjective. It may not be the best riding in the world to some. Nepal’s road to Mustang is pretty incredible, and the trolls tongue […]
How To Start A Business In Guatemala: The Story Of Atitlan Leather
Atitlan Leather is not your typical online store. It is a medium that connects the unique designs of Guatemala with the world. It is a place where you can both support the communities of […]
Tzununá & How to Get There!
Tzununá is a small town nestled into a valley just east of San Marcos, about 2km down a paved road bordering the shores of Lake Atitlan. The name “Tzununa” is Kaqchikel (local dialect) for […]
Update On Travel Restrictions In Guatemala
On Thursday June 11th, I took a trip from Panajachel to Guatemala City. With no travel permission papers, I was pretty nervous about the journey. So why did I decide to chance it? I […]