This cultural guide for the traveler has information about the present day culture of Guatemala along with the causes of that culture. After a brief introduction to Guatemala (including the best time... More > to visit), it goes into the country's background, including geography, wildlife, history, architecture, religion, language, ethnicity, food, drink, & identity. It helps you know Guatemala and will help you understand why Guatemala is that way.
This cultural guide also provides Practical Information, such as visa requirements, health care concerns, available tours, etc. In addition, the guide contains a pre-departure checklist, quick reference charts for when you're on the road, and live links to give you instant access to more information when you're abroad.< Less
Travel Journal Guatemala - Keep a diary of your holiday / vacation to Guatemala, includes diary, budget planner, activity planner, packing checklist and other useful aids to help you record and... More > remember every aspect of your trip.< Less
Initiated by Dita Zakova, Founder and Director, Ecolibri.org and Rhea Alexander, Founder and President, DIGS.com, SCARFITECTURE GUATEMALA 2011 consists of inviting seven international, renown... More > architects to create an image, texture, or painting (e.g., a drawing, collage, water color, etc.) on a 200 cm x 40 cm paper to be rendered into woven textiles by artisans of Ecolibri (www.ecolibri.org) at Lake Atitlan, Guatemala using a back-strap loom and sustainable materials, such naturally dyed threads and reclaimed /recycled materials like unraveled old sweaters. The project aims to build awareness of the skills and abilities of these Guatemalan women artisans. By spotlighting their craft in this way, it will enable them to create a sustainable business weaving and sewing textiles and garments for local, tourist, and export markets. (Participating Architects: Chris Sharples, Juan Carlos Matiz, Dukho Yeon, Ali Soltani, Winka Dubbeldam, Anna Dyson, Galia Solomonoff)< Less
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