Daniela's Journey to Guatemala

Current Location

Patzun, Guatemala

I currently find myself in the western highlands of Guatemala working as a Peace Corps volunteer in three different middle schools across various villages. I can't wait to share more with you!

Logbooks

Here is a basket of tamales, ready to cook, right next to the recado sauce that they are filled with

A Week in Guatemala

Hola, aventureros (hello, adventurers)! Keep reading, and you might just discover more about that homework I assigned you--remember it?

Journals

One of my favorite traditions in all of Guatemala consists of huge kites made for All Saints Day, a holiday on November 1st. In Guatemala, kites are made to honor the deceased and create a spiritual connection between the living and the dead

Traveler Autobiography

Curious to learn more about my journey to Guatemala and my motivation for becoming a Peace Corps volunteer? Then read on!

Field Notes

This is what the costumes for "el baile de los Moros y Cristianos" (the dance of the Moors and Christians) look like!

Feriados (Town Festivals)

Get ready to go on an exciting adventure with me as we discover a cherished Guatemalan tradition--and one of my personal favorites--feriados (town festivals)!

Albums