From the cobblestone streets of Isla de Flores to the golden hour over Lake Petén Itzá. A journey through vibrant architecture, lake breezes, and island sunsets.
GUATEMALA – HISTORY
From the rise of the great Maya empires to the echoes of the Spanish conquest. A journey through ancient ruins, colonial heritage, and the road to independence.
GUATEMALA – PEOPLE
From the vibrant weaving of traditional traje to the echoes of twenty-one Mayan languages. A journey through the Ladino heart and the thriving indigenous spirit.
GUATEMALA – LAND
From the humid lowlands of Petén to the 37 volcanoes of the highlands. A journey through Lake Atitlán, fourteen ecoregions, and the fifth most biodiverse land.
GUATEMALA – COUNTRY
From the place of many trees to the flight of the resplendent quetzal. A journey through the blue and white flag, the Maya legacy, and the heart of the land.
Reflections: After Belize
From getting scuba certified to dancing in the rain with new friends. A journey through the “Go Slow” motto, hurricane misses, and the magic of Caye Caulker.
San Ignacio – Day 3: Bubbles and Borders
From tearful goodbyes to the vibrant streets of El Cayo. A journey through colorful murals, fleeting romances, and the final moments in Belize.
San Ignacio – Day 2: Into the ATM Cave
From swimming in sacred waters to the silent Crystal Maiden. A journey through Xibalba’s gates, ancient rituals, and the depths of the Mayan underworld.
San Ignacio – Day 1: Ruins, Rivers & Mennonites
From the banks of the Mopan to the peaks of El Castillo. A journey through Xunantunich, the mazes of Cahal Pech, and the Mennonite lands of Spanish Lookout.
Belmopan – The Jaguar Creek
From a bustling city to the heart of the jungle. A journey through the streets of Belmopan, the caves of Jaguar Creek, and the secrets of the Blue Hole.