In the “Secrets of Antigua Guatemala” photo walks we often visit secret spots not often known by even locals. Of course, as with everything in Guatemala the time and day of the week makes a difference in what secret spots we get to visit. During the photo walks in Antigua Guatemala we also learn to … Read more
You can enjoy ice cream during any season in Antigua Guatemala, but actually it makes more sense to cool down during the rainy season as it can get really hot, up to 30ªC/85ºF in between rains. So, it comes as no surprise to find many people of all ages enjoying the rich flavourful ice creams … Read more
This Thursday we had a delightful lecture about the gastronomic roots of Santiago de Guatemala, now known as La Antigua Guatemala by the official historian of the city, Carlos Enrique Samayoa. It was good to hear the history and anecdotes about many of the recipes and people behind the emblematic dishes from Antigua Guatemala. Afterwards, … Read more
Often times it feels that the walls of Antigua Guatemala are always being painted. I know some houses that are painted once a year or more often. If you walk around town, chances are you will encounter a painting crew working in a house or building. Now, is this color in the official color palette … Read more
If coffee makes you happy, you must move to Antigua Guatemala where you can enjoy all aspects of coffee-rich life, from the plantations to the roasting to the passionate baristas to the perfect cup. I doubt that you can find a better place to live if coffee makes you happy. Follow the white rabbit to … Read more
How about a sneak preview at a street photography session I made recently in Antigua Guatemala. I hope this is something I will be doing much more of as I really enjoy capturing people against the magnificent backdrops found in our colonial city using my street photography life style on the streets of La Antigua … Read more
This week I was hired to film raw footage for the music video “¿Cómo se dice love?” by Aussie-Greek author-singer Elias El Greco. It was a fun production day starting very early in the morning. As I have mentioned in the past, La Antigua Guatemala provides wonderful backdrops for film makers and photographers alike. Below … Read more
Once again, as part of the Día de Santiago festivities, the patron saint of Antigua Guatemala celebrated weeks prior and after July 25th, the 33rd book fair was installed this Saturday on the corridor of Parque Central. The 33rd Book Fair is dedicated to the Antiguan writer Gustavo Adolfo Parada Nájera to his surprise. Also, … Read more
After months of work repairing benches, replacing garden areas with new plants and flowers and fences, installing new water pumps and adding new illumination to Parque Central, the main square’s facelift was inaugurated with an event where the mayor Susana Asensio and executives of Banco Industrial presented the park to the community. According to Diego … Read more
I have known and collaborated with the Guatemalan guide, Carlos Mijangos, for many years. He’s tour operator agency, Guatemalan Guide is top-rated on TripAdvisor. I recommend that if you need the services of a tour guide, shuttle services or transportation through out Guatemala and Central America, you contact Carlos. Here, I caught up with him … Read more
Often times, it seems as there are ice cream shops and vendors in every block of Antigua Guatemala. From Pops to Sarita, from Marco Polo to Neveria, to the artisan hand-made ice cream sold by the ambulant vendors around the parks. Have you tried ice cream in Guatemala? If so, what are your comments. Follow … Read more
Simple yet elegant and repetitious is the architecture of Antigua Guatemala, don’t you agree? Take for instance this corridor inside the Compañía de Jesús building full of repetition, arches, shadows, beams, and light. Always go inside building and houses with public access, you never know what you’re going to find there. Enjoy! Follow the white … Read more
A visit to el mercado of Antigua Guatemala can be an assault on the senses. Rich saturated colours, beats and rhythm to the ears, and of course, a full spectrum of aromas. All of this even before you buy anything. Where would you start at booth of tropical fruits such as this one? Follow the … Read more
Is there anyone caring for the horses that are used for the carriage tours around Antigua Guatemala? Follow the white rabbit to » to learn about the organisation Equinos Sanos Para El Pueblo, ESAP.
Sometimes life in La Antigua Guatemala feel like you’re going downhill with no break. Sometimes is the opposite. Summer is already here and times flies by quickly. Rains have dwindled again and we might have a long canícula, heat wave, again this year. Can you guess where was this picture taken? Follow the white rabbit … Read more