Top 20 Places to Visit in Central America (2022)
You’ve made the decision to travel to Central America. Now the question is where to go. What places should you add to your Central America itinerary? In this post, I’m going to share with you the top 20 places to visit in Central America for those who love culture,...
32 Fun Things to Do in Antigua, Guatemala
One of the top 3 destinations in Central America is Antigua, Guatemala. With its three volcanoes, charming colonial buildings, and cobblestoned streets, it is probably the most beautiful city in Central America. Plus, there are so many things to do in Antigua that you...
16 MUST-READ Books about the Maya: For Novices and Nerds
Planning a trip to Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, or Honduras and want to visit the temples and pyramids of the ancient Maya? Or are you just a history and archaeology nerd like me and you want to know more about this fascinating ancient civilization? Here is a list of 16...
The 15 BEST Books on Guatemala: Read Before You Go!
“I’d never heard of this bloody place Guatemala until I was in my seventy-ninth year.” – Winston Churchill Over the past 5 months, I’ve been traveling around Central America, and during that time I’ve read 15 books about Guatemala. Before I even stepped into the...
How to Cross the Border From Guatemala to Belize (2022)
Looking for the most up-to-date info on getting from Guatemala to Belize in 2022? In this blog post, I’m going to describe how I got to Belize from Guatemala by land in 2022. I will also include the latest changes to Belize’s entry requirements. By the end of...
How to Cross the Border from Belize to Guatemala (2022)
Are you looking for info on how to cross the land border from Belize to Guatemala? In this article, I’m going to share with you how I did it in January 2022. This is the cheapest and easiest way to get to Guatemala from Belize by land. I have also updated this post to...
Where to Stay in Antigua: 5 Best Hotels and Hostels (2022)
Finding an affordable but also charming place to stay in Antigua can be frustrating. The city has some really gorgeous hotels and hostels with loads of character, but there are also lots of duds. Knowing which ones are the real gems can make your visit to Antigua even...
The Ultimate Chichicastenango Market Guide (2022)
Looking for info on visiting the Chichicastenango market? Want to know what else there is to do in Chichicastenango besides its famous market? In this post, I’m going to share with you all the necessary info on how to visit the market in Chichicastenango. You’ll also...About Me
Welcome to The Bamboo Traveler, a travel & digital nomad blog, dedicated to helping women over 40 travel the world safely, cheaply, and comfortably. Whether you’re going for a one, two- or three-week vacation, exploring the world as a digital nomad, or staying home and discovering the world from the comfort and safety of your home, you’ll find loads of information to help inspire and inform you in your wanderings.
