Looking to visit Guatemala? From travel tips and guides to Guatemala itineraries, get everything you need to know about visiting Guatemala just below.
Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal
Language: Spanish. Plan to brush up on a little Spanish and be sure to download Google Translate to your phone.
Visa: Depending on your home country, you may not need a visit to enter Guatemala. For U.S. citizens, a visa is not required for a 90-day stay. Be sure to check the latest visa requirements for your country, prior to arriving in Guatemala.
Getting Around Guatemala: There are two ways to get around Guatemala, overland, and flying. The easiest and most available option is overland. You can book shuttles through companies like Atitrans, Coban Travels, or Marvelus. As for airports, there are only two major airports in the country.
Safety: Guatemala is not what it used to be during its Civil War days. It’s truly transformed for the better. However, with any place you travel to (even in your hometown), things happen and can go wrong.
Below are some safety tips we used when traveling through Guatemala:
A great thing to always have with you is travel Insurance. Covering things like medical bills and theft, having travel insurance has definitely come in handy for us a time or two.
Essential Phrases: Even if you are not fluent in Spanish, it’s always nice to know a few words of the local language.
– Hola: Hello
– Adiós: Goodbye
– Para Aqui: For Here
– Para Llevar: To go
– No Gracias: No Thank You
– Gracias: Thank you
– Propina: Tip
If you like taking tours or would like a local guide to take you around, there are amazing Guatemala tours and experiences to check out. Definitely plan ahead and make your booking ahead of time to ensure your unforgettable Guatemala experience is secured.
Whether you are looking for luxury hotels or quaint accommodations, Guatemala really has something for everyone.
Our biggest tip is when traveling during popular holidays and peak season, book your accommodations ahead of time. For us, we use booking.com to reserve our stays, not only in Guatemala but throughout our worldly travels.
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