If one is in that neck of the world, one should stop by to walk Iximché, onetime capital of the Kaqchikel Mayas; Nahualá, a very traditional town with beautiful weaving and embroidery; the villages around Lake Atitlán including Sololá (very nice wool jackets with he traditional bat design - women should not miss these stunning additions to their wardrobe!), Santiago Atitlán across the lake from somewhat dreary and very touristy Panajachel and the markets - including the market at Chichicastenango. And of course, the beautiful Antigua Guatemala.

Don't forget the excellent weavings - and the coffee!