Morning vista of Volcán de Agua towering over Antigua Guatemala

Morning vista of Volcán de Agua towering over Antigua Guatemala

My favorite time for walks, photo walks and photo shoots is the morning when everything is more peaceful and the volcanoes skyline is clear and the streets are mostly free from parked cars. The light is also quite gorgeous in the early morning. I recommend to give morning walks a try at least once if … Read more

Sights of Antigua Guatemala: Traditional Ice Cream Cart on the Go

Sights of Antigua Guatemala: Traditional Ice Cream Cart on the Go

Here’s your illustrated Guatemala Spanish word of the day: Heladero for ice cream vendor. Ice cream is in high demand during this recent heatwave. Today I share a traditional handmade ice cream cart. Often, these ice cream carts are found at Parque Central, but often enough the vendors move all over Antigua Guatemala.

Take a Stroll Through Alameda Santa Rosa

PHOTO STOCK: Alameda Santa Rosa in Antigua Guatemala

Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Alameda for a tree-lined street or avenue. You don’t know what you’re missing if you are taking early morning or late afternoon strolls through Alameda Santa Rosa. The foliage and light is so wonderful right now. Have I mentioned that Antigua Guatemala is the perfect place to … Read more

Morning Vista of Antigua Guatemala During the Dry Season

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Even though we still get some heavy rains during October and some light rain in November, we could say that dry season begins in October. The quality of the light changes as well as the cold winds from the true north begin to arrive. The days begin to change overcast skies to clear skies. Sunsets … Read more

Colorful and Sunny Antigua Guatemala Awaits for You!

PHOTO STOCK: Colorful vista of yellow house and blue sky from Antigua Guatemala

Antigua Guatemala is well-known for its beautiful light and vibrant colors. If you are missing the gorgeous warm light and colors that are available throughout Antigua Guatemala, put us back on your travel plans. We promise you comfortable temperate weather and exquisite light every day of the year, even during the rainy season, as it … Read more

Sights of Our Times: Public Works Don’t Stop

PHOTO STOCK: Public Works Don't Stop During the Pandemic in Antigua Guatemala

Everyone is wearing a mask in Antigua Guatemala; municipal employees are no exception. I believe the face mask usage compliance is nearly 100%. Cobblestoned streets trivia: the annual budget for maintenance of the cobbled streets is around +Q7 million or about US$1 million for a town that is merely 0.6 of mile. It’s expensive to … Read more