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Marina K. Villatoro
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- Antigua, Guatemala
- Guatemala
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Profile Information
- Name:
- Marina K. Villatoro
- Location:
- Antigua, Guatemala
- Your Blog/Website:
- http://travelexperta.com
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- Type of Blogger
- Independent Blogger
- The Destination(s) You Blog About and/or Areas of Interest
- Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Central America, Latin America
- Travel Type:
- Adventure, Luxury, Family-Friendly, Women's Travel, Eco-Travel, Photography
About Me!
The question of the twenty first century that people ask themselves before diving into a career or a major life decision is: What am I most passionate about? Without hesitation I answer: Travel!
I got bit by the travel bug at an early age and since then have been itching it through thirty-five countries. Finally, about seven years ago on my Latin American sojourn, I met my husband in Guatemala and he convinced me to settle down in Costa Rica and become an EXPAT:) Since becoming a wife and a mommy to an amazing five year old, my travel adventures and experiences have become more fulfilling and complex (i.e. traveling with child). Plus, I've become a greenie, which is super challenging in Latin American countries. But, that adds to the fun and creativity of it!
My other passion is writing! I write about travel, greening up my life and fun fiction books for teen age girls!
I got bit by the travel bug at an early age and since then have been itching it through thirty-five countries. Finally, about seven years ago on my Latin American sojourn, I met my husband in Guatemala and he convinced me to settle down in Costa Rica and become an EXPAT:) Since becoming a wife and a mommy to an amazing five year old, my travel adventures and experiences have become more fulfilling and complex (i.e. traveling with child). Plus, I've become a greenie, which is super challenging in Latin American countries. But, that adds to the fun and creativity of it!
My other passion is writing! I write about travel, greening up my life and fun fiction books for teen age girls!
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Dr.Hossam Hossam left a comment for Marina K. Villatoro
Hi Marina
Can you add me as friend of you I am Dr Hossam From Egypt I work in travel and tourism field from 1995 and now i work in e tourism and e marketing i need your experience with us to invite all travelers and travel communities to…
Badar Dar left a comment for Marina K. Villatoro
Hi, I just liked your fb page. I would be happy if you like mine at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tourists-Guild/165218323506398
Some Things Travelers Should know about Costa Rica’s Central Valley
The Central Valley Region of Costa Rica is almost always forgotten by travelers but in it you can find lots of fun activities to be done like visiting active volcanoes, day tours to coffee plantations, canopy tours, whitewater rafting adventures and so much more. Go here to get more info about…See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Discovering the Guatemalan Caribbean
Guatemala’s largest lake, Lago Izabal, is located in an isolated, stunningly beautiful, forested section of the country, which has only recently been discovered by tourists.See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Festival of Lights in San Jose, Costa Rica
The festival of lights is the celebration in Costa Rica that officially gets the Christmas season started.Do you want to learn more about the Festival of lights?See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Exploring the North Pacific Region of Costa Rica
The perfect place to experience the True Small-Town Feel is in Montezuma Beach, on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica.See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Some Info for Travelers from the Travel Experta – Atitlan Area in Guatemala
The Atitlan Lake of Guatemala was formed by an old volcano’s crater and had lots of colorful Mayan villages around it. Go here for more info about the Atitlan Area.See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Private Salsa Lessons in Antigua Guatemala
Antigua Guatemala is known for its many Dance schools so I had to try what everyone was talking about. If you want to read about my fun experience learning to dance salsa click here!See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Romantic Dinner in Antigua Guatemala
I normally write something about a recent adventure with my family. But this time I wanted to write about a great romantic dinner I had with my husband in a beautiful hotel in Antigua Guatemala.Click here to read the whole story.See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Adventure in Semuc Champey, Guatemala
Semuc Champey in Guatemala is a natural 300 m limestone bridge, under which the Cahabòn River makes its way. There is some water that also runs over the natural bridge which forms turquoise pools where you can go for a swim.Go here to read about my family adventure in Semuc Champey.See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Picnic with Family & Friends in One of Antigua Guatemala’s Ruins
Even though I’ve been living in Antigua Guatemala for over a year I had never thought of having a picnic in one of its ruins until a local friend suggested it. And we had a great time!Read more about this family adventure here!See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
Family Adventure in The Lanquin Caves of Guatemala
The Lanquin Caves National Park was one of the first protected areas declared in Guatemala. It is an enormous and beautiful complex with limestone formations so big that no-one has ever discovered the end of this cave system. Read more about my family adventure in the Lanquin Caves here!See More
Blog post by Marina K. Villatoro
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Some Things Travelers Should know about Costa Rica’s Central Valley
The Central Valley Region of Costa Rica is almost always forgotten by travelers but in it you can find lots of fun activities to be done like visiting active volcanoes, day tours to coffee plantations, canopy tours, whitewater rafting adventures and so much more.
Go here to get more info about…
ContinuePosted on January 2, 2011 at 1:13pm
Discovering the Guatemalan Caribbean
Guatemala’s largest lake, Lago Izabal, is located in an isolated, stunningly beautiful, forested section of the country, which has only recently been discovered by…
Posted on December 20, 2010 at 4:04pm
Festival of Lights in San Jose, Costa Rica
The festival of lights is the celebration in Costa Rica that officially gets the Christmas season started.
Do you want to learn more about the Festival of…
Posted on December 14, 2010 at 2:02pm
Comment Wall (18 comments)
- At 2:37pm on January 17, 2011,
Dr.Hossam Hossam said…
Hi Marina
Can you add me as friend of you I am Dr Hossam From Egypt I work in travel and tourism field from 1995 and now i work in e tourism and e marketing i need your experience with us to invite all travelers and travel communities to join us at our great community www.travelersfans.com can you support us ?
- At 1:30am on January 6, 2011,
Badar Dar said…
- Hi, I just liked your fb page. I would be happy if you like mine at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tourists-Guild/165218323506398
- At 3:38pm on August 10, 2009,
napolinostress said… - Hi, I'm Marina from Naples -Italy, and I suggest to visit my wonderful city ....even with my help. I'm in contact with travel writers and when they come to Naples they can't help admiring the very articulated beauty of my city, perhaps one of the most beautiful of the world...... don't forget how our history is bound to the spanish culture.
Ciao da Napoli
marina de martino www.napolinostressitinerari.com
- At 4:50am on August 5, 2009,
Kat Castle said… - Hey Marina! How are you? I started following your blog - hope you will return the favour ;) Hope you're having a nice week! - Kat
- At 5:06pm on July 30, 2009,
Anne Bain said… - Hi Marina
Thank you for the invite only very new here but look forward to meeting lots of fellow travelers.
Anne
- At 3:32pm on July 30, 2009,
john brook said…
- At 4:35am on July 29, 2009,
Tan.wiratchada said… - Hi Marina!
Thanks for friend request. Nice to meet you here. Hope we can exchange something...so going to check your blog wow!! Great travel blog!
Thank You.
Tan;)
- At 12:21am on July 28, 2009,
Simon said… - Hi Marina, I love Central and South America and plan to go back soon to visit countries I still don't know and I will certainly contact you for advice etc. Costa Rica is one of the places I would like to discover soon. I love the nature and think that there beautiful landscapes to discover over there. Let's keep in touch. Cheers!
- At 5:39pm on July 22, 2009,
Traveling Green said… - Brilliant, thanks! :)
- At 8:41am on July 22, 2009,
Ric Garrido said… - Hi Marina, I'm glad to have a Central America contact. Several years since I've been there, but I occasionally help first-timers going that way who think I'm an expert because I spent a week traveling through several countries. I mostly saw hotels and didn't get an authentic experience. Look forward to reading more of your work.
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