SANTA ANA Day 1: First Impressions October 21, 2022 El Salvador would be my fourth country in Central America, meaning I was quite literally halfway there. Time seemed to be flying by, leaving me spinning in its trail. Man, I couldn’t believe I had finally made it there. You see, back when I was planning this trip, I had stumbled […]
Reflections: After Guatemala
From the eruption of Acatenango to the centering silence of the Rio Dulce. A journey through the raw nature, newfound friendships, and the wild soul of Guatemala.
Guatemala City: The Urban Heart
From the colonial echoes of Zone 1 to the vibrant chaos of the central markets. A journey through the Palacio Nacional, historic plazas, and the urban pulse of the capital.
Antigua – Day 1: A Colonial Dream
From the panic of a missing wallet to the cobblestones of a colonial dream. A journey through the yellow arch, baroque ruins, and the plumes of Volcán de Agua.
Lake Atitlán – Day 1: The Navel of the World
From the Sierra Madre roads to the deep blue of the bellybutton of the world. A journey through volcanic soil, familiar faces, and the heart of San Pedro.
San Agustín Lanquín – Day 1: A Ride From Hell
From the winding mountain roads of Alta Verapaz to the misty valley of Lanquín. A journey through limestone caves, hidden rivers, and the gateway to Semuc Champey.
Caye Caulker (Again) – Day 4: Independence Day
From the vibrant chaos of an Independence Day parade to deep conversations on cultural shift. A journey through rum punch, foam parties, and Belizean pride.
Caye Caulker – Day 6 & 7: An Islander is Born
From the eerie glow of a Caribbean night swim to the taste of fresh grilled lobster. A journey through bioluminescent waters, island feasts, and bittersweet goodbyes.
Caye Caulker – Day 4: The First Breath
From the adrenaline of a self-piercing mishap to the magic of a first breath beneath the waves. A journey through the PADI Open Water course, birthday reflections on freedom, and the call of the Caribbean sea.
Cancún – Day 4 to 6: Tropical Islands, Pink Lakes & Epiphanies
Discover the pink lakes of Las Coloradas and the wildlife of Holbox. A journey through the Caribbean islands that leads to a deep epiphany about travel.