🌎 Episode Overview:
This week on Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm taking you along with me to the breathtaking Lake Atitlán in Guatemala! After an epic volcano hike in Antigua, it was time to slow things down by the water. I’ll be sharing my experience staying in Panajachel, exploring the charming town of San Pedro, finding incredible coffee spots, and my disappointment at missing out on paragliding (don’t worry, I’m already planning a return trip!). I’ve got tips on getting around the lake, hostel recommendations, must-try cafés, and why you’ll want way more than two days here.
🎧 In This Episode I Talk About:
- How I got from Antigua to Lake Atitlán
- What it was like staying at Selina Hostel in Panajachel
- The best coffee shops I discovered in Panajachel and San Pedro
- A hidden café gem you have to check out in San Pedro
- My favourite local restaurant find
- Hostels that are perfect whether you want to party or chill out
- What happened when I tried (and failed) to go paragliding
- How to navigate the public boats like a pro
- Why I totally underestimated how long you should stay here
🏡 Places I Visited:
- Selina Hostel Panajachel
- Cafe Loco (Panajachel)
- Tornado’s Café (San Pedro)
- Jakku Restaurant (San Pedro)
Recommended Hostels
- Mr. Mullet’s Hostel (San Pedro)
- Dreamboat Hostel (San Pedro)
- Free Cerveza Hostel (Santa Cruz La Laguna)
🎒 Travel Tips I Learned:
- Always check wind conditions for paragliding (even if the weather looks good!)
- Booking boats directly at the dock is easy — a little Spanish goes a long way
- Two days isn’t enough — plan for a longer stay if you can!
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to the Winging It Travel Podcast
00:30 Exploring Lake Atitlán: Arrival and Accommodations
01:54 Activities and Local Culture at Lake Atitlán
04:15 Cafes, Dining, and Social Scene
07:10 Adventures and Recommendations for Future Visits
09:31 Wrap-Up and Future Travel Plans
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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits
Host/Producer/Creator/Composer/Editor - James Hammond
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