Noise in Guatemala: Living with Bombas and Bells in Colonial Antigua
Many Central America expats find this hard… Latin America is LOUD! Expat Jake Stamp takes a lighthearted look at the street noise in Antigua, Guatemala.
Jake Stamp
A native of Carmel Valley, California, Jake Stamp first came to Guatemala in 2003. He stayed for four years, half of that time as the part-owner of what was then Guatemala’s only Irish pub. He then returned to the US and worked in real estate in San Francisco and Seattle before moving to southwestern France for two years. He now divides his time between Santa Cruz, California, and Antigua, Guatemala with his wife Logan and their one-eyed street cat rescued from San Antonio Aguascalientes, Guatemala.
A Homage to the Guatemala Chicken Bus
The Guatemala chicken bus is the cheapest way to get around the Land of Eternal Spring. Today, we take you on a typical journey from Antigua to Chimaltenango.
A Local Guide to Grocery Shopping in Antigua, Guatemala
A firsthand account of market shopping in Antigua, Guatemala. Dodge flying tortillas, bargain with vendors, and navigate the chaos of this Central American shopping experience.
A Perfect Weekend in El Paredon, Guatemala
Enjoy a peaceful weekend in El Paredon, Guatemala, where turtles, salt farms, and fresh seafood combine with endless empty beaches and spectacular Pacific sunsets.
Buying Guatemala Real Estate: A Quick Guide for Foreign Investors
Touching on the legal process, local market insights, and what you need to know about colonial properties in Antigua, Guatemala’s most popular expat hotspot.
How to Avoid Common Real Estate Scams in Guatemala: A Buyer’s Guide
Want to buy property in Guatemala? Don’t fall victim to real estate scams. Learn from this couple’s experience and protect your investment.
A Gringo’s Guide to Meat Cuts in Guatemala
An expat’s guide to meat cuts in Guatemala to help you at the market or in the steakhouse (also applicable to other countries in Central America).
