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A Central-American country with jungles, volcanoes, pre-Columbian and colonial architecture, and a majority Mayan population. Just south of Mexico.

Guatemala.

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Can my brother photograph my wedding as a tourist?

I will be getting married in Guatemala. My brother (a US citizen) is an excellent photographer, and I would love for him to take some photos before and after the wedding (he will be in the best man, so can't photograph the actual service). I have…
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Driving from San Antonio to Copan Ruinas, Honduras

I and some friends are taking our vehicles from the US to Honduras. Once we get to Honduras, we're golden. However, navigating the space between San Antonio and Copan Ruinas is tricky. I need some guidance on a route. Which borders should I cross.…
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Is it possible to travel safely in Guatemala?

We are considering a trip to Guatemala for about 7-10 days with kids (6 months and 3 years). We would like to do only the top attractions: Tikal, Antigua, Lake Atlitlan and Pacaya Volcano. Is it possible to do it in a reasonably safe way? Is it…
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What is the fastest bus route from Guatemala City to Cancún, Mexico?

In March I'll be going from Guatemala City to Cancún, and am considering taking the bus to save some money over a flight. But there are many bus routes, and it's difficult to find good information online. Rome2Rio shows two routes, one through…
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Language schools that teach Mayan languages around Lake Atlitlan, Guatemala?

I've been to Guatemala several times and always spend some time around Lake Atitlan. This is maybe the third most popular place to study Spanish in the country and has many language schools for foreigners, but most of the local people speak one of…
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Can a Guatemalan/Spanish citizen enter Guatemala with an expired Guatemalan passport?

My girlfriend and I will be visiting Guatemala, together. She is Guatemalan, and now has Spanish citizenship as well (along with a Spanish passport). Her Spanish passport is current, but her Guatemalan passport has expired. Will this pose a problem…
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Independent excursions on Panama Canal cruise

I'll be taking a Panama Canal cruise with family with stops at: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Huatulco, Mexico Puerto Chiapas, Mexico Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala Fuerte Amador, Panama Cartagena, Colombia The cruise line has shore excursions available at…
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Driving in Guatemala on a US license - must you carry your passport as well?

I arrived in Guatemala City a week ago. Two days ago I was stopped at a routine traffic checkpoint where I presented my US driver's license. The officer informed me that I am required to carry my passport with me while driving, to show my date of…
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Is it safe to hang out at a bus station for 1-2 hours in Guatemala City?

My wife and I are going to be vacationing in Guatemala. She has been already down there for a month as part of a study abroad program and I am meeting her. She'll be coming in on the ADN bus from Xela and I'll be flying in to the airport. Then we'll…
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How do I get from Tikal to Belize City?

What are the alternative ways to get from Tikal (Tikal Inn) to Belize City. Looks like there is Tropic Air flying from Flores to Belize and there are buses (also from Flores). Tropic Air site says that i need to be in the airport 3 hours in advance…
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Requirements for Guatemala business visa for Indian traveler

I'm required to travel to Guatemala for a business visit. I'm applying for a Guatemala business visa. Can some informed advisor or experienced person guide me with the correct requirements? From the information I collected, I require the…
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Reliable Mastercard ATMs in Antigua?

I lost my Visa debit card and I have to use my Mastercard Credit card in Guatemala. Where I am currently, Flores, there are no ATMs or banks that accept Mastercard. I will be in Antigua by tonight however, and need the location of an ATM or…
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Are the Guatemala -> Mexico borders near Tapachula open?

Is it currently (28-Apr-2020) possible for Europeans to cross from Guatemala into Mexico overland at one of the two borders close to Tapachula: (1) Tecun Umán / Hidalgo or (2) Carmen / Talismán. I have been told that (a) the border is closed due to…
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Can I transport a ham from Spain to Guatemala via USA?

I would like to take a ham from Spain to Guatemala, with a layover in Miami. Is this permitted? Aside from the possibility of import duties, are there any sanitary restrictions that would make it impossible or complicated?
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What is the PET-3 road like between El Cruce and Tikal?

Curious what the terrain is like between El Cruce and Tikal. On the maps it looks like there is a range of low mountains or foothills just north of lake Petén Itzá, with a steep climb in elevation to El Caoba, where the land appears to flatten out a…
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