Guatemala is famous for its numerous eco-regions and is a favorite destination of tourists. Found in Central America, this country is home to thousands of plant species, numerous bodies of water and a very interesting mix of fauna that is uniquely Guatemalan. Whether you’re visiting it for the first time or you’re just [...]
Unequal distribution of wealth and a rapid population growth have given Guatemala one of the highest poverty rates in Latin America despite the highest GDP in Central America. More than 75 percent of the national population lives below the poverty line and this is even more severe among the rural and indigenous population.
Guatemala’s income is [...]
A passport is very similar to a driver’s license in the United States. It is an globally recognized document, typically used for international travel, verifying who you are and where you’re from. Most countries require a valid passport to enter or exit. All countries issue their own globally recognized passports, the US included. The U.S. [...]
Singles and couples aren’t the only people looking for adventurous vacations any more. More families are taking steps toward vacations that keep the adrenaline pumping. The British Government has launched a new travel safety program to assist in safer, or at least more documented, travel for all. The program seems to be doing quite well [...]
By Timothy Scott, Editor of Luxury Latin America
Guatemala has long been a favorite destination for intrepid adventurers and students looking to improve their Spanish. A few notable luxury hotels have opened up in the past few years, however, and some existing hotels have brought their operations up a few notches. Upscale travelers now have somewhere [...]
Ireland residents are already booking their holiday spots for 2008. They are seeking out places such as Majorca and Menorca in the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and other places located across the Mediterranean, as well as South America. It seems that with unreliable weather conditions in Ireland during the summer months, residents [...]
Mexico is located in the northern region of the American continent between the Gulf of Mexico to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
Mexico is bordered by the USA to the north and by Guatemala and Belize on the south. Mexico’s land area extends 1,964,375 sq km, which is broadly divided into six tourist regions.
Northern Mexico is [...]
In the previous part of this article I began covering the top ten locations for UK tourists to visit this year in South America, already covered was Panama City, The Atacama Desert in Chile and cookery classes in Mexico. The rest of this list continues with some destinations a bit further south including Brazil, Peru [...]
Amaranth is an herb full of vitamins. It was traditionally used by Native Americans in both Central and North America as a survival food. This herb has been cultivated for thousands of years in many different cultures due to the fact that it grows well in most climates and uses a very small amount of [...]
The very name Mexico reminds the place where ancient ruins, as old as a few thousand years, stand side by side the luxurious star hotels. Bordered on the north by the United States and on the south by Guatemala and Belize, Mexico is a melting pot of traditional lineage and modern culture. With a lot [...]
As you are exploring Caribbean vacation options, do not look just at the islands and cruises traveling between them. Mexico has a beautiful Caribbean coast, complete with paradise beaches, unique cultural destinations, and luxurious resorts. A Caribbean vacation to Mexico might be perfect for you the next time you plan a getaway.
When planning a [...]
At mere mention of menopause, American women usually feel fear and anxiety creeping up their spine. Women view menopause as something as scary as a ghost that slowly and gingerly crawls up at the back to startle and surprise them. And they are right, menopause is a phenomenon that should be greeted with dread and [...]
The Unites States has embassies and consulates all over the world. Through these embassies and consulates, foreigners can apply for visas if they want to come to the country.
Africa: Africa Regional Services – Paris, Angola: Luanda, Benin: Cotonou, Botswana: Gaborone, Burkina Faso: Ouagadougou, Burundi: Bujumbura, Cameroon: Yaounde, Cape Verde: Praia, Chad: Ndjamena, Democratic Republic of [...]
Troubled Nations Highlighted
“How many crimes need to be committed, how much evidence needs to be gathered, how much impunity will be given before the citizens in every country around the globe decide enough is enough?†writes Caryn West in her new book, The Trouble with the Alphabet: Through the Eyes of Innocence
The previous two parts of this guide explored six possible holiday destinations in South America that were worthy of visiting this year. As well as well known locations such as Peru and Brazil there are plenty of other locations such as Guatemala’s ancient ruins and the Chilean Desert which can offer all sorts of holidays [...]
Christmas is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. This feast was created by the pope to promote Christianity and remove pagan festivals celebrated at the winter solstice.
During the IVth century, the pope decided to bring the Christmas day on December 25th.
Christmas has always been represented by religious ceremonies and gifts [...]
Christmas is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. This feast was created by the pope to promote Christianity and remove pagan festivals celebrated at the winter solstice.
During the IVth century, the pope decided to bring the Christmas day on December 25th.
Christmas has always been represented by religious ceremonies and gifts and
greetings exchange.
Here [...]
Introduction – When we surf through the web we see many entities selling American Trusts, Corporations and other structures that they consider to be asset protection strategies. These run the gamut of corporations in the states of Wyoming, Delaware or Nevada, trusts of various types in different jurisdictions and other structures all based in the [...]
“In 1492 Christopher Columbus set sail for India, going west. He had the Niña, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. He never did find India, but he called the people he met ”Indians” and came home and reported to his king and queeâ€n: ”The world is round.” I set off for India 512 years later. [...]
Although often not named as such, Easter can be situated right alongside Thanksgiving and Christmas as one of the must-travel holidays for families. All it takes is finding some cheap airfare and you could take part in one of the world’s best Easter festivities.
Central Park Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza Until you’ve scoured 40 acres of New [...]
Panama and Guatemala are not the first names that spring to mind when you think of offshore tax havens and second passport jurisdictions for expatriation. Areas that probably spring to mind first are the salubrious locations of Monaco, the Bahamas or Switzerland. But these playgrounds for the rich and famous have been coming under attack [...]
Join us on a journey to one of the most beautiful places on earth, and take a vacation from your pains, stresses and worries. For eight days you will practice the gift of unconditional self-love; calm your world, become present and learn how to clear your energy and access your intuition with ‘Spacious Awareness’ [...]
TOURISM – A FIGHT AGAINST POVERTY
Creating Jobs and Wealth
Poverty alleviation has become an essential condition for peace, environmental conservation and sustainable development, besides being an ethical obligation in an affluent world, where the divide between poor and rich nations seems to have increased in recent years. There is a stronger evidence that tourism if [...]
For a country as big and diversified as the US, adoption records are very important to keep.
What is adoption?
Adoption is the lawful act of permanently admitting a child with a parent or parents other than the birth mother or father. In accordance to an adoption order a parent or parents are liable to transfer [...]
In the previous part of this article I began covering the top ten locations for UK tourists to visit this year in South America, already covered was Panama City, The Atacama Desert in Chile and cookery classes in Mexico. The rest of this list continues with some destinations a bit further south including Brazil, Peru [...]
The endless possibilities of things to do and explore in Honduras are exciting so I am going to list some of the top adventures that I hope you will consider doing. You can visit the ancient Mayan Runs Or go hiking in tropical rain forest, or jump into the world’s second largest natural coral reef. [...]
According to several nationally recognized studies there are more than 600,000 international students studying in the United States today. Translating to nearly 4% of all students enrolled in U.S. educational institutions will be from international decent.
This staggering growth leaves one industry bound for exceptional growth, the Apostille industry. An Apostille is defined as a [...]
The Dallas World Aquarium is actually much more than an aquarium though it’s name suggests differently. It houses a variety of animals-mostly those from tropical areas of the world- in their natural habitat in a series of specially designed eco-systems. This makes the visitors feel as if they are walking around the world as they [...]
Mexico is located in the northern region of the American continent between the Gulf of Mexico to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
Mexico is bordered by the USA to the north and by Guatemala and Belize on the south. Mexico’s land area extends 1,964,375 sq km, which is broadly divided into six tourist regions.
Northern Mexico is [...]
One of the many advantages to having an empty nest is the freedom to swap your nest with other adventurous types. We decided that before we sold our house, we would try using it as bait for a cheap month in New York City. Being in the habit of Googling at the drop of a [...]
Reproduction pressures and rising fertility explain why women suffered a more rapid decline in dental health than did men as humans transitioned from hunter-and-gatherers to farmers and more sedentary pursuits, says a University of Oregon anthropologist.
The conclusion follows a comprehensive review of records of the frequencies of dental cavities in both prehistoric and living [...]
Michael Webster: Investigative Reporter May 1, 2008 8:00 PM PDT
The overwhelming influence and power of the Mexican Drug Cartels who are the
Mexican drug trafficking organizations and criminal gangs operating in Mexico and the United States.
They have emerged in recent years as the most dangerous and politically influential drug traffickers in the western hemisphere if not [...]
Magical tales of faraway lands have always mesmerized us in that they’re so vivid in descriptions of colours and clothes; natives and their customs.Well, if you walk into the Mocha café in Koramangla, don’t be surprised if you bump into Aladdin and Princess Jasmine having a cuppa and smoking some Sheesha. The décor and furnishings [...]
The coffee plant has two main species. There is the Coffea Arabica, which is the more traditional coffee and considered to be superior in flavor, and the Coffea Canephora known more commonly as Robusta. Robusta tends to be higher in caffeine and can be grown in climates and environments were Arabica would not be profitable. [...]
WORLD POPULATION CHART
Countries and Areas Ranked by Population: Year 2008 ———— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——– Rank Country or Area Population ———— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——– 1 China 1,330,044,605 2 India 1,147,995,898 3 United States 303,824,646 4 Indonesia 237,512,355 5 Brazil 196,342,587 [...]
Many US teens are finding their legal status isn’t what they thought it was.
The issue of illegal immigration has reached a fever pitch in the media and in the country as a whole. But what about those who are caught in the cross-hairs and didn’t even know it?
Economists at Bear Stearns, a leading Wall Street [...]
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I just got back from Guatemala late on Tuesday night. Had an awesome time. I went with a team of 34 people from my home church South County Christian Center. Out of the 34 people, I led a group of 18 people to the town of Joyabaj. Although my wife and I have traveled [...]
The Republic of Guatemala is a country in Central America, in the south of the continent of North America, bordering both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
Guatemalan cuisine cant compete with that of Mexico, although standard Mexican fare such as tortillas and tacos can be found. You will encounter a lot of grilled or [...]
A passport is very similar to a driver’s license in the United States. It is an globally recognized document, typically used for international travel, verifying who you are and where you’re from. Most countries require a valid passport to enter or exit. All countries issue their own globally recognized passports, the US included. The U.S. [...]
Mexico is a country located in North America, bounded on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the North Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of Mexico. The United Mexican States comprise a constitutional republican federation of [...]
One of the biggest considerations when it comes to budget travel is where to vacation. Some vacation destinations are much less costly than others, so travelers on a budget need to choose their vacation spots carefully.
One of the most exciting, and least expensive, travel destinations for the budget traveler is the countries [...]
By Timothy Scott, Editor of Luxury Latin America
Guatemala has long been a favorite destination for intrepid adventurers and students looking to improve their Spanish. A few notable luxury hotels have opened up in the past few years, however, and some existing hotels have brought their operations up a few notches. Upscale travelers now have somewhere [...]
One of the many advantages to having an empty nest is the freedom to swap your nest with other adventurous types. We decided that before we sold our house, we would try using it as bait for a cheap month in New York City. Being in the habit of Googling at the drop of a [...]
Ireland residents are already booking their holiday spots for 2008. They are seeking out places such as Majorca and Menorca in the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and other places located across the Mediterranean, as well as South America. It seems that with unreliable weather conditions in Ireland during the summer months, residents [...]
For visiting Mexico the last thing you will need is a reason. Mexico as a tourist palce gives you many possibilities which you won’t find anywhere else. On the business point of view it’s a hot commerce destination with many activities taking place in this region.
It is located in the northern region of the American [...]
Belize is a very small country. As a matter of fact, Massachusetts has a larger land area than Belize. It also has the lowest population density all over the world. By 2007, there were barely 310,000 registered inhabitants. These things, however, brought charm to Belize. Because of its laid back atmosphere, interesting culture, and English-speaking [...]
The countries from the Central American Region produce some interesting coffees and here we discuss them in more detail.
Mexican Coffee
Mexico is the seventh largest coffee producer in the world, most of which is of the arabica variety from the southern part of the country, where it is grown by smallholders and sold on to [...]
When it comes to experiencing the culture of a foreign country, sometimes a slow pace is the better pace.
I lived in Guatemala for a while. I remember learning Spanish and having red-cheek moments when I “messed up†the language. My face would burn and I would once again tell myself to [...]
I had never originally been to Mexico, having traveled throughout Central America, to Belize and Nicaragua and Guatemala and Panama. But the recent hype of a small, luscious beach called Tulum peaked my interest when, paging through the most recent issue of Conde Nast, I came across a small write-up, citing the weather, hotels, and [...]