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adminee
  10/16/2020 11:21 EST

Welcome to the Guatemala forum. If you're new or have been using the forum a long time, please take a few minutes to introduce yourself and tell us a bit about yourself and your life abroad. If you're a newcomer and have questions about living in Guatemala, post your introduction here and your questions and comments in a new topic.

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Turmoil
  11/18/2023 23:25 EST

I am a happily married retiree from the U.S. and have lived in Panajachel, Antigua and now Ciudad Vieja for 13 years. My passions are traveling, bridge, mah jong and an active social life.

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oldmandancing
  10/29/2023 22:11 EST

Hello! My name is Ricky, but I go by Ricardo. I am living in Antigua but I am considering moving to Lake Atitlán after a few months.

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FeelHealRestore
  10/20/2023 11:10 EST

Hi, my name is Kym, I am looking to relocate to a nice quiet scenery.

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ovalens
  10/16/2023 23:07 EST

Hello,
Currently live in Fairfax VA and I'm considering moving to Guatemala.

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Edgenaples
  10/13/2023 13:55 EST

We are recently retired and taking 4-5 years traveling between Mexico and Argentina, in search of our favorite cool weather retirement city. We are currently living in Nicaragua, but moving to Xela in february. We would love ideas and tips. Thanks !

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CarlaSagan
  10/10/2023 21:34 EST

Hi, I'm a former military pilot working through the many mental and emotional costs of my experiences in the military, with my separation finally happening some time in the next few months. My mental health challenges from flying means I'll never use my professional credentials ever again, and I have struggled for the last few years about what I'll do, how I'll make a living in an increasingly expensive world, and what purpose I can find in my life again. A friend of mine spent some time in Guatemala after her own falling out with aviation, and she suggested I consider it as a place I can try something different and maybe find some direction. I studied linguistics in college, and it shouldn't take much to knock the rust off of my Spanish, so I think she may be right that it would potentially be a good fit for me.

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Caelinus
  10/4/2023 20:53 EST

Preparing to leave the US for a southern country. Looking for advice and guidance about moving abroad.

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Hguat03
  9/28/2023 15:55 EST

My husband and I have been looking for a home in Antigua for a couple years now. We hope to be there within a year or two.

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packdude
  9/12/2023 17:08 EST

Hi everyone,
I'm a Hispanic male born in the US. I have a good friend who lives in Guatemala and have visited for short periods. I'm considering spending anywhere from 3 to 6 months at a time in the Capitol.

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Part51
  9/9/2023 15:38 EST

Bought home in Santa Lucia Milpas Altas, and planning to retire there in a couple years with my wife which was born and grew up there. So I think it will be easier to adopt but still interested in learning as much as I can to prepare ourselves better!

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LosCitan
  8/15/2023 18:51 EST

I am from the US, my partner is from Guatemala. We have 2 children in high school. At this point, we are considering our future and looking hopefully at Guatemala. Probably Antigua, maybe San Marcos la Laguna or even Quetzaltenango.

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CoastView
  8/15/2023 14:35 EST

Seeking long-term volunteer opportunities with educational or human-service NGOs operating in Sololá. Currently a member of Rotary Club of Lake Atitlán.

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Roxy22
  8/1/2023 21:41 EST

I’m considering moving to Guatemala, starting to do some research on cost of living, cities, steps involved to relocate. Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated

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tparkerhatley
  7/19/2023 13:34 EST

Anthropologist and filmmaker with 5+ years of experience living in Guatemala (El Quiché and Guatemala City).

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Buzsaw
  7/10/2023 15:11 EST

I'm a 65 married woman. Three weeks ago my family visited my brother in San Pedro LA Lugna Guatemala. It was his 70th birthday. There was 7 of us and my first time on a plane. Met so many of my brother's friends. Or my I say his second family. Hopefully in a couple of years my husband can go and visit again. Once I explained the year round weather he's ready to go.

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Ginco
  6/26/2023 13:03 EST

I am currently an attorney in the U.S. Not to mislead, I am a public defender and not "wealthy". My wife was raised in Guatemala and it has always been her dream to go back. I am ready to relocate and ready to please her. However, I am still young enough, and it would not be economically feasible to retire. I would have to either find employment in Guatemala or develop a way to work between Guatemala and the U.S. Preferably, I can find something that ties the two countries together, either in a government position or otherwise. I appreciate any advice that anyone feels like sharing.

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Dave9083
  6/4/2023 13:37 EST

Retired chef and contractor living in Texas quite a bit of travel experience and living overseas. Working and living conditions on a regular basis we're remote. Other than Switzerland and Germany most places where semi-accessible. IE the Virgin Islands Wyoming Southern Caribbean etc. Looking to relocate to the Guatemala start a small business either in the food service industry or small construction.
Particular interest in the Atitlan vicinity.

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Ernk04
  5/12/2023 09:51 EST

Hello All,

I am a Registered Nurse living in Austin, Tx. I have two children and recently started working from home. I am looking to move to Guatemala in the beginning of 2024. Lake Atitlan. I spent a month in the area in 2008, but have not been back since. I need all the advice I can get. I'm trying to figure out the logistics of owning/building a home and working abroad.

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KAJones
  5/8/2023 05:10 EST

Ready to be the person who makes a difference! Excited to get aboard. To teach and be free.

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Normando
  5/5/2023 06:34 EST

You can check the adventuretrek.com website for a lot of free info, especially with pets, travel in RV from texas to Guatemala with you pets in your car or van....no problems Also maps and info on a hot springs resort with full camping .

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