Ixchel Spanish School in Antigua Guatemala:
Travel Info & Resources
"Be prepared" is a good motto not just for boy scouts, but for travelers too! Here's a collection of websites and pages that will help you prepare for your trip to Guatemala.
Traveling to and in Guatemala
Guatemala is a fascinating country and you will remember your visit for a long time to come — not only your Spanish course, but also the friendliness and hospitality of the people and Guatemala's extraordinary culture and history.
Here are a few pages with information and resources to help with the planning of your trip:
- Flights to Guatemala
- A number of airlines offer direct flights from various cities in the U.S. as well as from countries in Europe and Central America to Guatemala.
- Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala
- La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City is only 45 km (30 miles) from Antigua and there are several ways to get here.
- Antigua Guatemala
- Antigua is one of the most popular destinations in Guatemala and fascinates visitors with its stunning history and colonial ambiance.
- Safety
- Despite the bad press that other parts of Guatemala get occasionally, Antigua Guatemala is very safe and visitors are extremely unlikely to have any problems while they are here.
- Climate
- Perfect climate year round! Because of Antigua's location at 1,500 m (5,000 ft) above sea level, our climate is always temperate — that's why Antigua is often called "The City of Eternal Spring."
- Volunteer Work
- Volunteer work is easily available in and around Antigua Guatemala and there is a wide variety of positions available — some seasonally, some year round.
- Travel Agents and Tour Operators
- Guatemala offers a wide range of fascinating and unforgettable activities. Here's a collection of reputable travel agencies and tour operators that will help you find the tours and activities you are interested in.
- Hotels in Guatemala
- Guatemala offers visitors a wide range of accommodations, from inexpensive but basic hospedajes to luxurious five-star hotels. We hope the following selection will help you find a hotel that suits your taste and budget.
- Information about Guatemala
- Guatemala is a fascinating country and there's plenty of information on the web — from travel guides to Mayan and modern history to daily newspapers.
- General Travel Websites
- Collection of websites that provide general information and recommendations for travelers and help you prepare your trip.
Spanish Language
- Spanish Language Resources
- There are many resources on the web for Spanish students. Here's a small collection to help with your studies.