The money movers of the world are everywhere and yet they are invisible, very much like the undocumented worker who feeds it. Western Union moves money, lots of it, and I mean LOTS OF IT. Money transfers are known as Remesas in Spanish and it is a word that was not very popular or widely … Read more
One of out of three. DHL is the only private courier with an office in Antigua Guatemala. There are not UPS or Fedex offices in Antigua. Here we have a yellow wall, a yellow sign for a yellow transnational corporation. Maybe, just maybe, Ringo Starr can come up with a jingle using the word yellow, … Read more
PDV stands for Petroleos de Venezuela (Venezuelan Oil). To put the oil resources to the service and well-being of the country; to build a new economic and social model, ending inequalities… reads the introductory paragraph on Oil for the people section at the PDVSA site. SA part of the name stands for Sociedad Anónima, which … Read more
Dr. Simi is Mexico’s transnational Farmacias Similares (Similar Pharmacies) mascot. Farmacias Similares has made their business to take generic medicine to the poor under the slogan: “Lo mismo pero más barato” or “The same but cheaper”. Should generic medicine be more accessible? Tags: Antigua Daily Photo / Antigua / Guatemala / Dr. Simi Balloon / … Read more
That is right, the three-word slogan belongs to Guatemala’s transnational company Pollo Campero (Country Chicken) which is now in the United States, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Spain (China is coming next). “Globalization isn’t just about McDonald’s going overseas; a number of international fast food chains are also moving to … Read more
The clown moves according to Antigüeño’s urban legend. Actually, there had been “sightings” of the McDonald’s clown moving through Latin America. I leave you with a couple of google-translated stories: 1. McDonald’s Against the World? 2. The truth of the McDonald’s case Are there such stories in your part of the world? Tags: Antigua Daily … Read more
The laws regarding business signs in Antigua are very strict. I believe this is especially true for transnational companies which they have to adhere to subdue colors and the signs have to look like if they were made with old and traditional process like wood, metal, or ceramic. The outside walls also have to conform … Read more
With this photo I will begin a series on transnational companies in La Antigua Guatemala. Domino’s Pizza is very popular here, as it is evident through the many motorbikes for delivery and on this opposing photo you can see the Domino’s Pizza sign and their very short order telephone number 1730. Guatemala’s telephone number system … Read more
September started with Daily Photo Theme of Doorways. I am closing the door to September 2006 with another doorway. This is the entrance to the San Felipe Church and as far as I know, it is the only gothic door in Antigua. Correct me if I am wrong! Come back tomorrow for another Daily Photo … Read more
It is impossible not to stop and admire these motorcycles. Besides, when the motorbikes arrive with their loud roaring and begin to park all in line around the Parque Central. People forget, for a moment, whatever they were doing and come closer to look and contemplate all the work that has gone into converting a … Read more
It is quite a show to look at the motorcycle clubs arrive in Antigua. Many people gather around them to see their bikes and their motorcycle suits and helmets. Children and adults alike can not resist to approach the riders and their bikes to ask questions or just to admire the artworks. I am sure … Read more
So, the answer for yesterday’s photo is: the arrival of the motorcycles. I told you before that Antigua is only 45 kilometers from Guatemala City and since both cities are completely different it just makes sense that Antigua became a great destination for Guatemalans. For instance, many Guatemalan motorcycle clubs take a ride to Antigua … Read more
Balconies are not very common in Antigua, yet there are some like this one on Calle del Arco. I think it is a great location to watch the pedestrians stroll on Calle del Arco, or the giants dance to listen to live music. In my case, it is an opportunity to photograph a great yellow … Read more
Here is another humorous shot taken at Calle del Arco. I wish all of you an easy and slow start on this coming week. Tags: Antigua Daily Photo / Antigua / Guatemala / Height scale / tourists and locals / Calle del Arco
Live marimba music at Calle del Arco in La Antigua Guatemala is one those things you can enjoy on the weekends. Besides, how can the Giants dance if they don’t have music? Tags: Antigua Daily Photo / Antigua / Guatemala / marimba / Guatemalan music / Calle del Arco