Remembering my adventures
January 9 – 14, 2024 We took a private shuttle van to El Salvador. The idea of a long and crowded chicken bus in 33 degree weather was not appealing. The driver wove between cars, tuktuks, and semi trucks quite skilfully, but between the swerving and the heavy foot and last second braking, it left... Continue Reading →
December 13-17,2023 We arrived in Flores in the morning. A taxi driver approached us. I showed him the address and asked how much to take us there. 50 Q each. Fat chance! I told him I will ask the tuktuk. Ok, Ok, 35 Q each. I think I'll ask the tuktuk. Ok, Ok, 25 Q... Continue Reading →
December 4 – 11, 2023 We took a shuttle from the Guatemala City airport to Antigua. The shuttle dropped us near the Hotel Posada Don Valentino. We signed up for a hike to see Mt. Fuego. It is a volcano that erupts every few minutes. Well, how can you say no to that! It was... Continue Reading →
November 29 – December 4, 2023 December 11-13, 2023 The trip started off with a positive bang. We had a layover in Houston, TX. United Air announced that they were looking for volunteers to take a flight 3 hours later into Guatemala City. They were offering $500 USD plus a $30 meal voucher. WooHoo! We... Continue Reading →
An Old Lady with a Backpack 