March 2020

Jacaranda Trees Are Blooming Now in Antigua Guatemala

Jacaranda trees bloom during Cuaresma [Lent] and Semana Santa [Holy Week] and this year is no exception. All activities for Lent and …

Any other year, this week the streets of Antigua Guatemala would be packed with people, processions and beautiful Semana Santa carpets. Now, …

Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Bugambilea for Bougainvillea. Even though La Antigua Guatemala is known as “the city of …

Even though we are under quarantine and lockdown national mandates, we still get a chance to enjoy the sunshine and flowers found …

The Strongylodon jade vines are commonly known as emerald vine or turquoise jade vine; although in Antigua Guatemala the popular name is …

As I have shared with you before, these vibrant yellow or maroon spotted with yellow strange-looking flowers are the gift of a …

Things will get better, stay safe, stay strong, stay tele-connected with loved ones and stay actively creative. Take advantage of all the …

As I said the other day, for the foreseeable future my new goal is to try to only share beautiful, sunny and …

Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Barroco for baroque. The façade of Iglesia de La Merced is one of the …

Nothing brings you closer to time traveling than a visit to the many convent and monastery ruins of peppered all over Antigua …

It’s a lovely morning in Antigua Guatemala. I am sending y’all the best vibes from our little town. My new goal is …

Here are some smiles and colors from Antigua Guatemala to brighten your day where you are in the world during these trying …

You know, the best thing about tacos is that you can have them at any time during the day. Or better yet, …

Doors and windows all over Antigua Guatemala are decorated with purple flowers and banners. The color purple is a sign of penitence.

Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Orquídea for orchid. Did you know that Guatemala has more than 1,000 species of …