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Why Antigua Guatemala is the Town you Really Want to See!

Can you find history, charm and modern sophistication all in one town? We think so. And Antigua, Guatemala is the perfect spot. Antigua is the ancient capital of Central America, from the time of colonial rule from Spain. At first glance, Antigua seems stuck in that era, with traditional architecture, ancient churches and cobblestone streets. But scratch beneath the surface, look behind the walls and into the courtyards and you will find every modern amenity for the tourist, including luxury … Read More

Pictures of Guatemala that will Leave you Wanting More

First time visitors to Guatemala often comment on the colors on display. I am not just talking about the stunning colors of the flowers, clothing, buses, birds and scenery. There are abundant opportunities to observe the physical colors of the country. But more importantly, the people themselves lead colorful lives and this is woven throughout Guatemalan culture and is the very fabric of their society. We were fortunate enough to be in Guatemala over Christmas and New Year to celebrate … Read More

Hiking Pacaya One of Guatemala’s Most Active Volcanoes in a Day

Guatemala has 37 volcanoes, 3 of them are active. From Antigua, you can climb several volcanoes, two of them active volcanoes, Pacaya (8,373 feet/ 2,552 meters) or Fuego. From elsewhere in the country, you can climb any number of the other dormant volcanoes. So, while we were in Antigua we decided to climb Pacaya, one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes. It is close and easily accessible, and a short day hike. I know you are dying to know, the third active … Read More

A Last Look at the Great American Roadtrip

Unfortunately, our time in the USA is coming to the end. The United States is a great place for a road trip. So many places to go, easy to navigate and cheap gasoline. (Yes, I know it is expensive for the USA at the moment but compared to the rest of the world, gas is still cheap!) So, in case you missed part of our epic journey, we summarize our Great American Road Trip here, just follow the links to … Read More

Savannah will Romance You with Its Charm

Having visited Louisville and Charleston, Savannah was our third and last stop on our road trip through the Southern USA. I have fond memories of Savannah having visited often when I was a kid. Savannah was the closet city to my grandparent’s house in rural Georgia. I remember the old historic homes and the Spanish moss hanging from the trees. The Spanish Moss (which isn’t Spanish and isn’t moss) drapes romantically from the live oak trees giving everything a dreaming … Read More

Why is Savannah Known as the Most Haunted City the USA?

Do you believe in ghosts? We have taken a few ghost tours over time and I must say I do find them fascinating. We even spent a night in the Old Melbourne Gaol while they were filming an episode of Ghost Hunters, but that is a story for another time. Savannah, Georgia is known as one of the most haunted cities in the USA, so we knew we had to take a ghost tour and find out  why! Ghosts in … Read More

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