Organizations
CasaSito http://www.casasito.org/index.html
CasaSito supports educational opportunities in rural areas of Guatemala so that indigenous children living in poverty can attend school, receive quality instruction, and obtain the skills they need to improve their lives. They also have a volunteers’ house in La Antigua where volunteers can stay while working on one of their many programs.
Casa Guatemala http://www.casa-guatemala.org
Casa Guatemala is an orphanage that cares for the nurturing, health and
education of over 250 children. These children come from a variety of
backgrounds; some have been abandoned, some have been abused, while others come from families too poor to provide the basics of a child's needs.
education of over 250 children. These children come from a variety of
backgrounds; some have been abandoned, some have been abused, while others come from families too poor to provide the basics of a child's needs.
Ak' Tenamit http://www.aktenamit.org/
A grass roots, Maya organization dedicated to improving health, education, and family incomes in eastern Guatemala. Starting in 1992, today Ak’ Tenamit is run entirely by the Q’eqchi people. With a strong increase in enrollment through the years (including many girls), graduates receive high school degrees in sustainable tourism and well being. They have also helped in Las Conchas!
Jovenes Maya Kaqchikeles http://www.atitlanresource.com/
Atitlan Resouce is the official resource site for Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. This site is run and managed by the Jovenes Mayas Kaq’chikel located in San Marcos la Laguna in the highlands of Guatemala nestled in the cauldron of a lake volcano.
Resources
Conexion in Antigua, Guatemala http://www.conexion.com/
Conexion is located in the heart of beautiful Antigua providing complete communications & office services. The webpage has a good directory.
CobanAV.net http://www.cobanav.net/
A travelers guide to Coban and the Verapaces.
Xela Pages http://www.xelapages.com/
In Quetzaltenango Xela Pages has good information and serves as a directory for language schools, hotels, tours, volunteering and more.
Livingston, Izabal http://www.livingston.com.gt/v
Information about hotels, restaurant
Moon Handbook Guatemala
Viva Travel Guides Guatemala
The Lonely Planet Thorn Tree
A travellers forum to go to for advice and current info.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/forum.jspa?forumID=12&keywordid=222
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/forum.jspa?forumID=12&keywordid=222
MayanWhiteWater http://www.mayanwhitewater.com/
If you are a kayaker or rafter, this is your link to explore the rivers and creeks of northern Central America. Join the adventure!
PACAL VOTAN the magician and 2012
Guatelinda Language Center www.guatelindacenter.com
Guatelinda Language Center in La Antigua, Guatemala specializes in teaching Spanish, Italian, Japanese, French, German, English and Kaqchiquel languages. Also offers, salsa and afternoon activities around La Antigua. Help them to support a local homeless project located behind the central bus station and receive a 10% discount on a 20 hour week of studies.
Litegua Bus Company
Litegua works in transportation and shipping, a good choice when getting to and from Rio Dulce or Puerto Barrios from Guatemala City.
El Hostal http://www.elhostal.hostel.com/index.php
A great location and friendly place in La Antigua Guatemala, on 1ra. Avenida Sur No.8, three blocks away from the central park.
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UNA CASITA おなかすいた http://unacasita.blog.shinobi.jp/Entry/245/
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La Casa De Don David http://www.lacasadedondavid.com/en/index.php
Located in El Remate halfway between Flores and Tikal. Collective minibus and private taxi service is available for pick up and return at the hotel entrance.
Los Amigos Youth Hostel in Flores http://amigoshostel.com/
More than just a cheap sleep. More than just another stop on your trip. Los Amigos is a secret garden where you can share the magic of travelling with other adventurous minds. They have tours to all the major ruins and transport to the places you want to go, plus a great restaurant and bar.
