- Exploring the local villages around Lake Atitlan, and getting a sense of how each is different from the other in style and attitude.
- Indulging on the delicious (and extremely cheap) food and cocktails at all of the local restaurants, all while enjoying beautiful lake and mountain views.
- Going scuba diving in the clear waters of Lake Atitlan, and being surprised by the abundance of aquatic life and the ruins of old houses at the bottom of the lake.
- Going on a tough (but rewarding) hike of Volcan Pacaya, and being rewarded with an incredible panoramic view of Lake Atitlan once at the top of the hill.
- Taking part in the casual, but vibrant, nightlife scene in the various lake towns, and noticing the the friendly blend of locals and expats at each of the bars.
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