Friday, 16 May 2008 | Photo Gallery
fauna, flora and ruins
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Thursday, 15 May 2008 | Views [1736]
I opted for a flight from Guatemala city to Flores - i didn't fancy the 10 - 12 hours on the bus this time. As i step off the plane the heat slams into me - 90+F and the humidity to match. I will now sweat non-stop for the next 2 days, I've become ... Read more >
Wednesday, 14 May 2008 | Views [1652]
Nestled in a valley, and surrounded by volcanoes is this rabbit warren of multi-coloured houses, earthquake damaged churches and cobbled traffic filled streets. All streets are straight and run north to south and east to west around a pleasant central ... Read more >
Tuesday, 13 May 2008 | Photo Gallery
post card perfect?
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Tuesday, 13 May 2008 | Views [3042]
I didn't want to leave this place...so i didn't... I extended my stay yet again for as long as i physically (time travelling each day) and financially (bus v plane) dared. I have a flight booked from Mexico to the States next week. Alas i feel i must ... Read more >
Saturday, 10 May 2008 | Views [1723]
So it's been 2 and a bit weeks of semi-immersion. I opted not to stay with a family; right now i value my own space more than anything. Besides everything is in Spanish, my lessons, my meals, my shopping...everything. At times it's bloody difficult, ... Read more >
Saturday, 10 May 2008 | Photo Gallery
home from home?
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Thursday, 8 May 2008 | Views [2271]
Xela is an interesting city, although i didn't think so at first. I Arrived late at night by a bus with some locals, a long journey and a long, slightly painful lesson in how little Spanish i actually do know. Xela's dark and seemingly dingy alleyways ... Read more >
