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Re: Guatemala Itinerary (3 and 1/2 Weeks) . . . Any thoughts?

by dcbgoebel 15 April 2012

I would suggest the hot sulphur springs at Fuentes Georginas at Zunil near Quetzaltenango(Xela). http://www.lasfuentesgeorginas.com/history.…
RE: Realistic one-week itinerary for Guatemala

by UsvaAuer 16 March 2012

Definately you should take a look at both sides of the lake: the view from the north shore is more impressive while the villages in the…
RE: Photo adventure in Guate (February 19-March 2): what would YOU do if ME?

by fulana_cualquiera 15 February 2012

Sunday is the best day for walking around the central park and La Sexta (the main pedestrian boulevard)! The park is usually full of food…
Re: Hiking/Trekking in Guatemala?

by soniaberode 24 January 2012

If you only have 5 days I would say treks are out, most of them are several days. I would suggest hiking up Santa Maria from Xela (half…
Hiking/Trekking in Guatemala?

by foodieatheart 24 January 2012

Hi, I'm coming to Guatemala City from San Salvador on Feb 11. Any recommendations for the best hikes/treks (overnight or otherwise)…
RE: Antigua to San Cristobal de las Casas

by fulana_cualquiera 12 January 2012

It is only a little less than 1/3 of the way, but I love Xela (Quetzaltenango). You can spend some time there just hanging out and make…
5 weeks Guatemala... loved it... trip report part 4

by soniaberode 09 January 2012

Arriving in Xela can be confusing. At the Minerva bus terminal you should walk south through the market to get to the street where the…
My second visit to Xela with a few recommendations for things here

by chicagobackpacker 16 November 2011

I visited Xela 2 years ago and spend about 6 weeks studying Spanish and exploring the area. I just read my report and found almost of…
RE: Xela

by enroutesiglo 04 April 2011

Xela's a GREAT place to get acclimated to CA, some on here are not big fans but it really comes down to whether or not you like "city"…
RE: xela vs panajachal

by enroutesiglo 21 February 2011

Absolutely recommended to stop off in Xela in your case... it only shaves about 2 hours from the (long!) trip, but since you're coming…
RE: Trips from Huehetenango and Quetzaltenango

by panerian 04 July 2010

Oh I forgot one more thing. In the town of Cantel, on the way to the Fuentes Georginas there is a blown glass cooperative where they permit…
Guatemalan government asking tourists to stay away from some touristy areas

by Delmonte 01 June 2010

As you can read, due to safety issues, the guatemalan tourism commission is asking tourists for the time being to stay away from areas…
Recommendations on Xela- restaurants, Spanish school, accommadations, etc.

by chicagobackpacker 24 February 2010

I have recently returned from 11 weeks in Guatemala including 5 weeks studying Spanish in Xela (Quetzaltenango). I wasn't sure how much…
Eco Saunas Las Cumbres

by Soyalison 02 June 2009

My husband and I are planning a three day, two night trip from San Cristobal, Chiapas, to Guatemala to renew my tourist visa and are thinkin…
Eco Saunas Las Cumbres

by Soyalison 02 June 2009

My husband and I are planning a three day, two night trip from San Cristobal, Chiapas, to Guatemala to renew my tourist visa and are thinkin…
Re: Oaxaca or Xela?

by Metasequoia 19 January 2009

I attended a language school in Quetzaltenango and enjoyed the city. There are plenty of opportunities to do day hikes - to the hot springs…
Re: Guatemala Itinerary

by nmattisson 04 December 2008

Wendy: At Fuentes Georginas we stayed in the bungalows, quite charming but a little damp and cold at night. We had plenty of time in Zunil…
RE: Guatemala Itinerary

by Wendy79 03 December 2008

Thanks for reporting back. I'm glad you had a good trip; too bad about not having time for Pacaya. Where did you stay after Fuentes…
RE: Help with Guatemala itinerary

by Wendy79 06 September 2008

Whoa! Definitely trying to do too much. In particular, your days in Quetzaltenango are crowded to the point of being impossible. Fuente…
Re: Advice for 8 day trip to Guatemala

by msmansfield 05 July 2008

I would definitely spend more time at the lake. Antigua is a good place to get acclimated, but it is more high-end touristy and b/c of…
RE: REPOST: Fuentes Georginas or Eco Saunas Las Cumbres?

by Wendy79 28 June 2008

I think I went to the ecosauna at Las Cumbres, and it was definitely a daytrip thing, not a place to stay overnight. I don't recommend…
Re: REPOST: Fuentes Georginas or Eco Saunas Las Cumbres?

by stingrayj 27 June 2008

Adrenalina Tours runs a bright yellow chicken bus direct to Fuentes daily (except Mon) from their office in Pasaje Enriquez, just off…
RE: REPOST: Fuentes Georginas or Eco Saunas Las Cumbres?

by Louisg 27 June 2008

I know Adrelina runs a little van every morning that brings you back down in the afternoon. It is the easiest way to get there and the…
Re: REPOST: Fuentes Georginas or Eco Saunas Las Cumbres?

by stingrayj 26 June 2008

I was there a couple of months agao, the cottages are Ok but a little musty. Adrenalina Tours now runs a daily chicken bus from Xela to…
RE: REPOST: Fuentes Georginas or Eco Saunas Las Cumbres?

by Louisg 26 June 2008

Getting to Fuentes Georginas is very easy. Take a bus to Zunil, then find a pickup or taxi to take you up the rest of the way. You can…