Who are the Guatemalan Special Forces?

The Guatemalan special forces, also called Kaibilies, are special operations forces that are a branch of the Guatemalan military. They are distinguished from other troops by their maroon berets. His motto is “If I advance, follow me; if I stop, encourage me; if I go backwards, kill me.” his story The Kaibiles, or Kaibil, were formed in 1974 and are […]

A stay in Old San Juan in Puerto Rico

One of the most used departure ports for cruises in the Caribbean is San Juan in Puerto Rico. We decided to arrive a day early in San Juan to see some sights before our cruise departure. San Juan, known as ‘La Ciudad Amurallada’ (the walled city), was founded in 1521 and is the oldest city under the flag of the […]

Bahamas – A Tropical Paradise

A trip to the Bahamas is like a trip to paradise. This tropical paradise is located about 150 miles east of Miami. Its standout attractions include its 700 islands brimming with white-sand beaches, bright flowers, palm trees, and turquoise waters. Its climate stays at near-perfect temperatures year-round with a thriving resort community. In addition to its picturesque landscapes and unmatched […]

Breathe: your mental health depends on it

Proper abdominal breathing increases the flow of oxygen and has a calming effect on the mind and body. To check if you are breathing correctly, lie on your back and place a rubber ducky or your favorite toy on your abdomen. The duck should float up and down (not your chest). Sometimes the simple things can make a difference. Look […]

Family holidays in Sri Lanka

A great way to enjoy the best family holiday in Sri Lanka is to combine a stay in a fairly simple but very comfortable guest house that offers loads of interesting activities, with a high tea experience followed by wildlife viewing at Yala, and finally ending in a beautiful beach along the south coast. A number of wonderful guest houses […]