Puerto Quetzal , Guatemala

Puerto Quetzal is Guatemala's largest Pacific Ocean port. It is important for both cargo traffic and as a stop-off point for cruise liners. It is located in Escuintla department, alongside the city of Puerto San José, which it superseded as a port in importance to the country's maritime traffic during the 20th century. There is also several bars, hammocks to relax in, a restaurant, and performances from Marimba bands.

The trip was excellent, but it is exhausting, “always on the go”. The ride from the airport was exactly on time, in the right place. The stay at Pan Pacific was very nice with exceptional accommodations and service. (Breakfast was for a king). The Vancouver and area Tour was really... read more

Alfred Schneider and Saturnina Mcdonald -Schneider

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