Moon Guatemala

by Al Argueta, Al Arqueta

Part-time Guatemala resident Alvaro Argueta provides travelers with an insider's view of Guatemala's rich ecological gems, including idyllic surfspots and popular volcanoes. Argueta is the perfect tour guide — providing trip ideas like Highland Adventure and Exploring the Maya Past and Present. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Guatemala has lots of options for a range of travel budgets. Every Moon guidebook includes recommendations for must-see sights and many area, regional, and city-centered maps. Including experienced advice on visiting Lake Atitlan, La Antigua, and the variety of museums in Guatemala City, Moon Guatemala gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. With expert writers, first-rate strategic advice, and an essential dose of humor, Moon guidebooks are the cure for the common trip.

Genres: Travel

488 pages, Paperback

First published September 21, 2007

Reviews

[Bob Schmitz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this book and the Rough Guide to Guatemala. The Rough Guide is better. My daughter also read both and agreed. Great country in the highlands.

[Annabel Townsend · Rating 3 out of 5]

Still more of a lonely planet fan

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very detailed guide to Guatemala. It has fascinating insights into the different regions of the country. When I am closer to the date that I am visiting this country, I will definitely be reading it again.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

07.22.08 - A really, really excellent guidebook. All the recommended hotels and restaurants were exactly as described. The book was also informative and well-written, with some excellent descriptions of local culture and history. I highly recommend it if anyone is planning a future trip to Guatemala.

06.08.08 - So far, this book seems really helpful. Will update when I get back.

04.29.08 - I'm starting to get excited about the Guatemala trip Dave and I have planned!

[Ashley Boggs · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'll update the rating after my trip but this has been much more helpful during trip planning than the Lonely Planet that's out there. I lucked out since a new update of this was just published a few months ago. lots of pictures to show why you would want to go somewhere, and what sounds like solid advice. we will see when we get there!

[Nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

I clicked with the author and found this guide to be a good fit for me. Lots of info on outdoor pursuits, village immersion, and the like. Enough high end stuff for people who want that, but not so much it cluttered the book and crowded out the things I was looking for, like good-value deals, social enterprises, and ethical, safe, low impact travel.

[Amy Z. · Rating 1 out of 5]

All the phone numbers in this book are wrong, not current, or disconnected. I don´t know why this is, but I know that I can´t call any hotels mentioned in the book.

[Paddy · Rating 3 out of 5]

A decent guidebook but lacking certain key information, most notably prices. I would take a Rough Guide or LP over this.

[Cherie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Eh. I thought I was requesting the Georges Perec book when I got this from the library. Some interesting short essays about life, grouped together by topic, some good, some not.

[Dina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely accurate. Was very helpful when deciding where to stay and where to eat. Great traveling advice. The sidebars added interesting commentary to the travelogue.