Travel guide of Guatemala

Website photo location Guatemala is a magical country. There are too many travel experiences here that will make travelers sigh,"I will definitely come again next time!" You can walk in the rainforest in Río Dulce and jump into the inlet below the warm waterfall to liberate your nature. You can not have to go to the most famous Tikal in Guatemala to explore the most powerful city-state ruins of the ancient Mayan civilization. If you learn Spanish in Guatemala, it will be a process of enjoyment while improving. You can shuttle through colorful cities such as Antigua and practice your unique Central American accent. The semi-hellish road conditions from Huehuetenango to Cobán are mixed with surprises and adventure.

Website photo location Best travel time Because Guatemala has a tropical and temperate climate with abundant rainfall. The capital, Guatemala City, is also located on the plateau. The climate is mild and comfortable throughout the year at an altitude of 1300 to 1800 meters, with temperatures ranging from 18 to 28 degrees Celsius. At higher altitudes, January and February tend to be colder. Moreover, the rainy season is from May to October, with the rainy season lasting longer in coastal areas. Therefore, November to April is the best time to travel in Guatemala, when you can avoid the rainy season and enjoy travel better.

Website picture location visa instructions Guatemala currently has no diplomatic relations with China. According to regulations, those holding valid visas from the United States, Canada, and European Union countries can enter the country visa-free, and those holding visas from any of the CA-4 countries (Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador) can enter the other three countries without a visa. However, in actual operation, the four countries have different practices. For example, some countries need to affix an exemption signature or apply for a "consular visa." Visas are generally processed in Mexico, a third country, but only if you have obtained a visa from the United States or Canada.

Visa fees: US$25 for single entry, US$50 for multiple entry.

Website picture location Information required for visa 1. Signed China passport with a validity period of at least six months. 2. Photo in the required format for passport. 3. Hotel reservations, a copy of the materials that can prove that the hotel has been booked. 4. Travel plan. A copy of the ticket reservation certificate or itinerary issued by the airline or travel company showing the specific itinerary dates and a statement of the plan and arrangements for the trip. Please note: It is not recommended to issue tickets before obtaining a visa. The above materials will affect the validity period and number of entries you will obtain. 5. Bank statements. Bank statements for the most recent three months to show that there are enough travel funds to pay. 6. If you need to present an employment letter to apply for a business visa, an original certificate from the applicant's employer with the company's letterhead, including contact information, work start date, position, attendance record, travel purpose and duration, and stating that the applicant will return to existing position. For student applicants, please submit an official certificate of study issued by the school and state that the applicant has registered for the next semester. 7. Apply by the guarantor/inviter in the country where he is located (counter-signature). Visa applications must be applied by the applicant's sponsor in Guatemala to the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Interior of Guatemala, and the signed visa will be sent to the applicant. 8. Private invitation. If visiting friends or relatives, an invitation letter issued by the recipient must be provided, including the contact information of the recipient and the applicant, the time and purpose of the trip, the address of the place of residence, signature and date. It is also necessary to prove that the recipient is in Guatemala, for example: a copy of the recipient's Guatemala passport, and if the recipient is not a Guatemala citizen, a copy of the Guatemala residence permit and passport.

Note: Since China has not yet established diplomatic relations with Guatemala, there is no embassy in China. You may be asked for more detailed information such as itinerary when entering the country. Please make preparations in advance.

Website picture location entry and exit instructions entry instructions entry instructions: The entry application is very simple. The application form is available on the plane. Fill in it according to the content and submit it to the entry inspection counter after arriving at the Guatemala airport. If everything is qualified, you can collect your luggage, and you can enter the country through customs clearance after experience. Generally speaking, you will enter the country without any questions.

Exit instructions: At the counters of each airline, there are entry and exit slips. Fill out the entry and exit slips according to the contents and submit them to the airline clerk and an airport tax of approximately US$10 to obtain a stamped exit pass. The luggage is loaded without further inspection after being weighed by the airline. Passengers can obtain a stamped exit pass together with a passport and hand it to the exit customs counter of the Immigration Bureau of Guatemala for verification. Baggage is only weighed at the airline when leaving the country and is not inspected.

Customs precautions: When leaving or entering Guatemala, there is no difficulty in customs clearance with exit and entry permits, passports and other documents. Customs inspection is not strict. However, if you carry too many items, you may be asked to pay taxes. The amount of the tax can be calculated at the customs office with its officials, but you can negotiate and negotiate.

Site Picture Location Transportation Guatemala has 2 international airports, Guatemala City's La. Aurora International Airport and Santa Cruz in Peten City. At Elena's international airport, Guatemala International Airlines has routes to Central American countries, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, the United States, Spain, the Netherlands and other countries. There is no direct flight from China Hong Kong to Guatemala. You can take a UA flight via the United States at a price of about HK$11000. However, due to visa problems, it is better to enter by land, with Belize's port being the most popular choice for Hong Kong people. You can also transit from Palenque, Mexico, and you need to transfer to a car and boat for 250 Mexican pesos.

Accommodation in Guatemala is a good accommodation environment and the price is low. In general, a single room in a small hotel is about 150 Q per night, a bed in a youth hostel is about 50 - 100 Q, and a light meal is about 30 - 50 Q. Generally speaking, there is no problem setting up tents in the countryside, but be careful not to put anything outside the tents at night.

Although the eating habits of Guatemala residents are influenced by Europe, they still use corn, wheat and rice as their staple foods, and they like bread, sandwiches, etc. The local area is rich in coffee. People drink coffee every day. Most people have a cup of coffee for lunch. Locals eat lunch as their main meal, and dinner usually starts after 8 p.m.

The specialty food Paibing is the only local staple food. It is made of mixed corn flour fried in a pan, which is equivalent to my country's dead flour pancakes. But they were all branded by women beating them with their hands into a thin circular shape. Because every household has to make this cake every morning, the sound of clapping sounds everywhere, hence the name. It can be found in small town stalls and high-end hotels and restaurants. It is also made into side dishes and decorated. Therefore, it is praised by tourists from all over the world. Another specialty food in Guatemala is black bean paste, but it is not as popular as pati cakes.

Website Photo Location Shopping The Central Market of Guatemala is located behind the cathedral. The market is filled with agricultural products, daily necessities and Indian handicrafts. The items are abundant and piled high enough to reach the ceiling. The streets in the market are complex, deep and narrow, and passengers on foot must be vigilant about the items they carry with them. The main local specialties include: Mayan folk handicrafts, knitwear, wood products, silver ornaments, jade and other handicrafts and pottery utensils.

Website pictures, location, travel tips 1. Traveler's help number: 1500; you can choose Movistar, Tigo or Claro's mobile phone services locally. Calls within Guatemala are about 1.5Q (Quetzal) per minute. You can also use Telgua public phones all over the streets. You can purchase 20Q, 30Q, and 50Q calling cards to use them.

2. The currency of Guatemala is Quetzal, and one RMB is equivalent to 1.2 Guatemala Quetzals (Q). Currently, it is not possible to use UnionPay cards to consume or withdraw cash in Guatemala. The maximum withdrawal from VISA cash withdrawal is 2000 Q, and the handling fee is 36Q + plus the BOC multi-currency card handling fee of RMB 51.

3. Pay attention to tipping waiters, which is their main income.

4. Postcards sent back to China cost about US$0.5 - 1 in postage and will arrive in China in about 20 - 30 days.

5. There are many Internet cafes in the city, with about 8 Q-10 Q per hour. Free unencrypted WIFI can be used at Pollo Campero, a restaurant chain.

6. The overall sanitary conditions in Guatemala are relatively good. However, we should still pay attention to food hygiene and do not drink tap water directly to avoid food poisoning and diarrhea.