Hey, guys! So, last year, I spent three months living in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Let me tell you, I pretty much walked everywhere during my stay there. The only times I ever felt a bit on edge were when some of the street dogs got a little too aggressive for my liking. But other than that, even walking around at night wasn’t too bad. I made sure to stick to the main roads though, just to be safe from those feisty pooches.
Now, let me paint you a picture – I definitely stood out as a foreigner in Quetzaltenango. My fair skin, light hair, and eye color were a dead giveaway. And guess what? That’s pretty much the case in 99% of Latin America, except for places like Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. But hey, as long as I can stroll around in broad daylight without feeling like I’m in danger, I’m good to go.
You know what I love? Walking. Seriously, not being able to walk around easily is one of the reasons why I’m not a big fan of my home country. There’s just something so liberating about hitting those steps without a care in the world. It’s like hitting two birds with one stone – getting around and getting some exercise in without even trying.
Oh, and let’s talk money. Living in Quetzaltenango set me back about $1,000 a month, with roughly $250 of that going towards having fun. Now, I’m on the lookout for a city with a similar price tag, but I’m willing to stretch my budget a bit. I’m thinking around $1,500 a month, fun money included.
So, there you have it. I’m on the hunt for my next adventure – a place where I can walk around freely, soak in the culture, and not break the bank. If you have any suggestions, hit me up!