Central America

Common Hope Common Hope- Works to improve health care, education, housing, and human development in Guatemala. Site described programs, people, history, statistics, and financial arrangements. Casa Guatemala Casa Guatemala- Homes for orphaned, abused, or abandoned children, in Guatemala City and Rio Dulce. Describes programs, facilities, and financial support needs. [English/Spanish/F… Hotel Jinava Restaurante y Cafe Hotel Jinava Restaurante y Cafe- Photos and brief description of amenities. [English/Spanish] Juan Ana Coffee Juan Ana Coffee- Photos and description of harvest and processing, with online sales. Los Tarrales Reserve Los Tarrales Reserve- A piece of the Atitlan Volcano that has been protected and conserved for three generations. Hotel Bambu Hotel Bambu- Bungalows with a view of the lake, and a restaurant. Provides rates and transportation information. Hospitalito Atitlan Hospitalito Atitlan- Recently re-opened after the civil war, the clinic depends on international donors and volunteers to provide medical and dental care. They describe their hist… Hotel Posada de Santiago Hotel Posada de Santiago- Stone cottages, with a restaurant and pool. Provides rates and information on local tours and activities. Cojolya Association of Maya Women Weavers Cojolya Association of Maya Women Weavers- The nonprofit provides development funding and supplies to local Tzutujil women who use traditional backstrap weaving techniques to prod… Santiago Atitlan Santiago Atitlan- Describes the Tzutujil Maya community's traditional dress and religion, with information on modern businesses, art, social institutions and music. [English/Spani… Tortugal Tortugal- New marina and adventure tour operator with an open-air restaurant and thatched-roofed bungalows for travelers on the Rio Dulce, Guatemala. Xela Pages Xela Pages- Includes Spanish schools, hotels, restaurants, tours and treks, volunteer opportunities, bars, health services, and internet cafes. La Pedrera Community Project La Pedrera Community Project- A grassroot indigenous community project empowering its people to learn basic skills in education, economic and social issues to improve their living… Quetzaltenango Map Quetzaltenango Map- Full color map of quetzaltenango, restaurants, shopping centers, phones, buses, internet, and hotels. Journey Through Tikal Journey Through Tikal- Photos and descriptions of the ancient Maya site. Requires QuickTime. Mirador Basin Mirador Basin- Foundation for Anthropological Research and Environmental Studies provides information on this virgin rainforest area, including previous research projects, geograp… The Tikal National Park The Tikal National Park- Describes the history and organization of the ancient city, with information on excavation projects, ecology, and travel to the region. [English/Spanish/G… Lake Atitlan Network Lake Atitlan Network- Photos and videos of the area, with map of local businesses. Porch de Solomon Porch de Solomon- Christian facility operating a coffee house and study groups for expats. They describe internship opportunities and recent work. Maya Traditions Maya Traditions- Fair trade sales of textiles and other crafts produced by several women's groups in the area. Includes shopping information for US customers, with photos and desc… Hotel Primavera Hotel Primavera- A small hotel, restaurant, and clothing boutique offer photos and brief information. Terra X Real Estate Terra X Real Estate- Land, houses, rentals, and commercial property in communities around Lake Atitlan. Includes photos, maps, and brief descriptions of available properties. Spanish Academy "Xinabajul" Spanish Academy "Xinabajul"- Language instruction, homestays, and cultural activities. Includes contact information and references. Cuestas PPQ Cuestas PPQ- Offering legal services for individuals, corporate groups, and institutions. Includes staff profiles and practice areas. [English/Spanish] Friends of Children Everywhere (FOCE) Friends of Children Everywhere (FOCE)- Operates orphanage Casa Bernabe providing a Christian home to abandoned children, and placing children in foster homes and with adoptive par… Marbensa & Co. S.A. Marbensa & Co. S.A.- Real estate investment and management firm describes available commercial leases and development properties. Prince of Peace Home for Girls Prince of Peace Home for Girls- Mixco, San Cristobal. The orphanage describes their history, current residents, and volunteer and donation needs. Helios Helios- Bakery producing natural breads, cookies, and grain products. Mayan Treasures Mayan Treasures- Guatemalan-Mayan jade jewelry, handicrafts, and gifts. Photos, prices, and online sales. Fernando Martin Fernando Martin- A brief introduction to the drummer and percussionist, with pictures and contact details. Project Safe Passage / Proyecto Camino Seguro Project Safe Passage / Proyecto Camino Seguro- A charitable coalition formed to assist to children and families at the Guatemala City Garbage Dump. Information about volunteer opp… Hospital Herrera Llerandi Hospital Herrera Llerandi- Medical services and health national and international, day hospital, medical directory. Mario Permuth & Associates Mario Permuth & Associates- Specializing in legal services, commercial law, labor, general practice, intellectual property, litigation and family law. [English/Spanish] Port Quetzal Port Quetzal- Provides specifications of tugs, cargo loading and storage facilities, wharves, and harbour for commercial port on the Pacific Ocean. [English/Spanish] Vamos Adelante Vamos Adelante- US nonprofit which aids people in remote areas. Describes history, projects, and how to get involved. Coban, Guatemala Coban, Guatemala- Photos of street scenes and nature, with comments from tourists and former residents. CobanAV CobanAV- Provides tourist information on the city and its surroundings, including hotels, attractions, festivals, and transportation. Proeval Raxmu Proeval Raxmu- Describes conservation projects in Alta Verapaz, including sustainable agroforestry, environmental education, and long-term bird monitoring. Antigua Guatemala Daily Photo Antigua Guatemala Daily Photo- One photo per day as well as the local time and weather. PROBIGUA (Proyecto Bibliotecas Guatemala) Academia de Espanol PROBIGUA (Proyecto Bibliotecas Guatemala) Academia de Espanol- Offers Spanish language instruction as fundraiser for library project. Describes classes and community. [English/Fre… Carstens Bienes Raices S.A. Carstens Bienes Raices S.A.- Listings of residential and commercial properties. [English/Spanish] Jades SA Jades SA- Mining, manufacturing and selling of jadeite jewelry and museum replicas. Describes company history, characteristics of the mineral, and its role in Mesoamerica, with ca… Casa de Artes Casa de Artes- Photos and prices for handcrafted clothes, furniture, and decorations for sale. Also presents lectures and cultural activities. Antigua Guatemala Antigua Guatemala- Guide to local history, art and culture, and tourist attractions. Photo gallery, classifieds, and online shopping also provided. Spanish Schools in Guatemala Spanish Schools in Guatemala- Offers student reviews of Spanish schools throughout the country, as well as booking. Guatemala Spanish Schools Guatemala Spanish Schools- Directory of facilities in Guatemala City, Quetzaltenago, Antigua, Hehuetenango, and Panajachel. Caniz Caniz- Offers international and local moving services as well as packing and storage. [English/Spanish] Marroquin y Asociados Marroquin y Asociados- Site describes services of legal and notarial office. Morales, Redondo y Vargas Morales, Redondo y Vargas- Legal services in Guatemala and Central America, Mercantile Law, Intellectual Property, trademarks, copyrights, and other related issues Melini and Associates Melini and Associates- Specializing in intellectual property law. Includes profiles of attorneys and associates, and listing of services and fees.