The Handmade Economy — Textiles
In a world where automation and factory automated assembly lines are the goals, Guatemala still prides and encourages the handmade economy. Even …
Colourful Handicrafts from Antigua Guatemala
In Guatemala even the most humble and simple handicrafts are full of color. Be prepared to be overwhelmed with the rich saturated …
Colorful Guatemalan Spinning Tops
Perhaps you need a little Guatemala to alleviate to effects of winter? If so, here are some colours to paint over your …
Doorway for Casa de los Abuelitos
How many enchanting places can we find in Antigua Guatemala if we dare to explore every little corner and alley. Do you …
Guatemalan Fortune Owls
Did you know that the number 13 is sacred and a good luck number for the Maya? The same principal applies to …
Please, take our photo instead!
I just love it when photographs walk or ride into my viewfinder. Better yet, when they even call on me to take …
Colorful Guatemalan Purse
Rich colors, patterns and textures are what one gets when buying a piece of Guatemalan textiles. A good example of this statement …
Brilliant and Colorful Guatemala
Here’a another entry for the Color Palette category. Make sure you wear sunglasses if you decide to follow the white …
Eternal Spring Guatemalan Colors
As we have mentioned before, if you’re planning a visit to Guatemala, make sure you pack your sunglasses if you don’t want …
Cascarones de Carnaval
These colorful Guatemalan cascarones [eggshells] filled with confetti are known as cascarones de carnaval [carnival] and they mark the arrival of carnaval …
Brand New 200 Quetzals Bill is Already Circulating
Today while doing some banking mandados, errands, out of curiosity I ask if they already had the brand new Q200 bill (200 …
Colorful Guatemalan Vegetables
We are so lucky in Guatemala to have an abundant supply of fresh and colorful vegetables all year long. This colorful side …