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Santa María Volcano
Santa María Volcano located close to Quetzaltenango AKA Xela.
Santa María Volcano has some interesting features that set it apart from other Guatemala volcanoes
![El Mirador, the Lost City of the Maya.](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1024px-Flickr_-_archer10_Dennis_-_Guatemala_1828_-_La_Danta_at_the_Mayan_site_of_El_Mirador.jpg?resize=495%2C377&ssl=1)
El Mirador Lost City
El Mirador Lost City of the Maya.
A lot of people who visit Guatemala have Tikal on their bucket list. But this is the ancient Mayan city to visit if you're a purist. There are no roads, so your options are helicopter or trek.
![What does Quetzalteca mean?](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/20240619_152256-rotated.jpg?resize=495%2C400&ssl=1)
What does Quetzalteca mean?
What does quetzalteca mean?
"Quetzalteca" is a traditional Guatemalan alcoholic beverage, specifically a type of aguardiente, which is a clear, potent liquor made from sugar cane. This drink is deeply embedded in Guatemalan culture and is named after the quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala, symbolizing freedom and wealth. Quetzalteca is renowned for its unique flavor and high alcohol content.
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Who Grew Your Food
Knowing who grows your food can help ensure it is produced without contaminants.
This reduces the risk of contamination with pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria, which can cause serious illness.
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Guatemala Pacific Coast Beaches
Five Days on Guatemala Pacific Coast Beaches. Which is the best, and how do you get there? We included maps from Guatemala City and Antigua
![NO GMO For Guatemala | Fruits & Vegetables](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Firefox_Screenshot_2024-06-20T07-37-50.154Z.png?resize=495%2C337&ssl=1)
NO GMO For Guatemala | Fruits & Vegetables
NO GMO For Guatemala Fruits & Vegetables | Monsanto has been Stopped in their attempt to include GMO in Lake Atitlan Food.
The fresh fruits, and vegetables in the Lake Atitlan markets will amaze you. Lake Atitlan Food in the form of fruits and vegetables are so plentiful that you won’t know where to start and while there are many that you will recognize there are also plenty that you will not.
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Travel Itineraries
Today we will begin a series of posts on travel itineraries we suggest. Guatemala is a beautiful country packed with adventures for any traveler.
![Our first rains arrived](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/rain-lake.jpg?resize=495%2C335&ssl=1)
Our first rains arrived
Our first rains arrived this week—different late-night rainfall with spectacular lightning displays.
Many people planning excursions to Guatemala in the coming months are anxious that rain may ruin their vacation. Not true.
![Coffee and Cacao from Guatemala](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Rosa-lake-atitlan-coffee.jpg?resize=495%2C400&ssl=1)
Coffee and Cacao from Guatemala
![Guatemala Markets Restaurants StreetFood](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Markets-san-pedro-rotated.jpg?resize=495%2C400&ssl=1)
Guatemala Markets Restaurants StreetFood
Guatemala Markets Restaurants Street Food. I adore visiting the markets in Guatemala to get local cheese, meats, and fresh veggies.
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Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals
Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals not only offer stunning views of the lake they offer all the modern conveniences of home and much more.
![Top 5 Lake Atitlan Tours 2021](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/800px-Antigua_guatemala_church_ruins.jpg?resize=495%2C400&ssl=1)
Guatemala Tours Atitlan | Antigua | Livingston | Monterrico
Guatemala Tours | Lake Atitlan, Antigua, Livingston, Monterrico. Antigua Guatemala Tours, Panajachel Chichi Market Thursday Sunday
![Quetzaltenango AKA Xela Party Town](https://i0.wp.com/growyourowncure.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Xela-Hostel.jpg?resize=495%2C400&ssl=1)
Quetzaltenango AKA Xela Party Town
Quetzaltenango AKA Xela Party Town. My parting point, the people, while I was with locals, the engagement and honest interest, great conversations and warm hearts. That is Xela.
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Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan
The village of Santiago Atitlan is located directly across Lake Atitlan from Panajachel, Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan Guatemala. Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan Guatemala | Lake Atitlan Tours and Travel Services
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Indian Nose Sunrise Hike
Best Hike in Lake Atitlan Indian Nose Sunrise Hike. The Hike is also known as the Maya Nose Hike from San Pedro. Enjoy the Sunrise with Cha