Article by:
Kristin Tice Studeman
The Central American country just south of Mexico is known around the globe for its impossibly beautiful craftsmanship, particularly when it comes to vibrant textiles. But it’s also gained an unfortunate reputation for crime and poverty, particularly in Guatemala City, and that’s deterred American tourists for quite some time, until now.
With one foot firmly planted in its past, Guatemala is also taking small steps to adapt and move forward on the political and cultural front. The economy has improved in recent years, and in January, its new president, Jimmy Morales, took office after anti-corruption demonstrations led to a peaceful overthrow of the government. Culturally, it’s experiencing a creative boom that’s attracting big interest from the global art crowd. Mexico City before it was what it is today? That’s not far off. Read the full travel article here.
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