

mamafer4
American looking for information about Guatemala
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American
Lives in Austin
Registration: 02 June 2013
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2013 Trip to Lake Atitlan by HippieMama
When I first joined this site, I was planning on visiting Guatemala for the first time in January 2013. Our plans have changed somewhat, but I am glad to say that we are still planning to go to Guatemala for the first time in 2013...just a little ...

ah, I remember the crazy taxi rides while I was in Cancun some 20+years ago. not looking forward tho that again any time soon. what is the best way to travel from the lake into Xela? Read More


2013 Trip to Lake Atitlan by HippieMama
When I first joined this site, I was planning on visiting Guatemala for the first time in January 2013. Our plans have changed somewhat, but I am glad to say that we are still planning to go to Guatemala for the first time in 2013...just a little ...

thank you both for for all the helpful advice. I will definitely hire a private shuttle as there will be myself, adult daughter, and three younger kids (not tho mention all our luggage). Look forward to taking more with both of you. I have read ... Read More


2013 Trip to Lake Atitlan by HippieMama
When I first joined this site, I was planning on visiting Guatemala for the first time in January 2013. Our plans have changed somewhat, but I am glad to say that we are still planning to go to Guatemala for the first time in 2013...just a little ...

Andrea, We are going to the Pana area as well in the fall. I will be bringing four kids with me 8, 12, 14, and 22 (I may also be coming before hubby). I also need to find transportation from the airport...lots of people and luggage. I'll let you ... Read More


Checking out Guatemala--thinking of around pana--live currently in US by Gig3000
Thinking about the little things here. If i didn't want to carry cash around, how would i pay for rent? Can you have a cashiers check cut at the local bank to pay the landlord? or mail it? If we rent from locals, do they go to the bank? Do they ...

I am also determined to relocate. Is it advisable to secure a rental before I leave and tote my kids there? I have read that prices are better if you wait. Thanks in advance for your help. Read More