Guatemala has a lot to offer the budget traveler. The country has it all--Mayan ruins, colonial cities, great beaches and jungles, mountains and even a volcano. With the right planning, travelers can see the sights, eat and rest comfortably, and come away with some memorable souvenirs without breaking the bank.
Tips & Warnings
If you get claustrophobic, prefer air-conditioning while traveling, and don't want your items exposed to rain and the elements on a bus rooftop, avoid the chicken bus in favor of other transportation modes. Many tour companies offer larger air-conditioned U.S.-style motor coaches. This sort of transportation costs more, however, so budget wisely.
If you get claustrophobic, prefer air-conditioning while traveling, and don't want your items exposed to rain and the elements on a bus rooftop, avoid the chicken bus in favor of other transportation modes. Many tour companies offer larger air-conditioned U.S.-style motor coaches. This sort of transportation costs more, however, so budget wisely.
Drinking water is not considered potable in Guatemala, so you factor the cost of buying drinks into your budget. Bottled water is the cheapest beverage compared to soda or beer, with beer costing almost eight times the cost of water and more than double the cost of soda.
Drinking water is not considered potable in Guatemala, so you factor the cost of buying drinks into your budget. Bottled water is the cheapest beverage compared to soda or beer, with beer costing almost eight times the cost of water and more than double the cost of soda.
Article Written By Virginia Franco
Based in Charlotte, N.C., Virginia Franco has more than 15 years experience freelance writing. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including the education magazine "My School Rocks" and Work.com. Franco has a master's degree in social work with an emphasis in health care from the University of Maryland and a journalism degree from the University of Richmond.
