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Travel Stories | 1 year on the road | My year in review

I made it to a year on the road! Today it is officially 1 year since I got on a one-way flight to Guatemala. So, to celebrate her is my 2017 year in review. I would like to say that the whole year has been plain sailing, but that would be a lie, I have most definitely
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Guatemala Guides | 5 tours not to be missed in Guatemala

Guatemala Guides _ 5 tours not to be missed in Guatemala
If you are planning a trip to Guatemala there are a few tours that you really shouldn’t miss. I’m not always an advocate of an organized tour, I normally prefer to do it myself, but sometimes you just have to pay the cash and go with the masses. So here is my guide to the 5
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Guatemala Guides | Guest Post | How to Travel Ethically in Guatemala

Guatemala Guides _ Guest Post _ How to Travel Ethically in Guatemala
I am always aware of my privilege as a traveler. I try to be conscious and aware of this privilege and ensure I travel ethically. If you are traveling Guatemala there are some key things you need to understand to ensure that your presence there as a visitor is not having a negative impact. While
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Guatemala Guides | A beginners guide to San Marcos, Lake Atitlan

Guatemala Guides _ A beginners guide to San Marcos, Lake Atitlan
Planning a trip to Guatemala? If you are then don’t skip Lake Atitlan. There are plenty of choices of places to stay around the lake, you really can’t go wrong with any of them. But San Marcos is a little bit special, especially if you are into all things alternative, ‘new age’ and spiritual. San
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Learning Abroad | Why you should do Yoga in Guatemala

Learning Abroad | Why you should do Yoga in Guatemala
I know when people think of yoga they think India, Bali and maybe Costa Rica. But if you love yoga and are thinking of doing a yoga retreat or teacher training then I’m going to tell you why Why you should do Yoga in Guatemala! When I arrived in Guatemala I had no idea that
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What’s In My Bag | Packing Advice for Central America

If you are planning a trip to Central America you are probably wondering what you should pack? Geographically pretty large, the climate in Central America varies substantially across each country. Although it is generally warm you will also need some warm clothes and waterproofs especially if you are planning on visiting any of the main
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