A journal from Antigua, Guatemala

If you asked me yesterday where the city of Antigua was on the map or if I ever thought about going, I probably would say nah.

Do I know why I came here, well besides the cheap and quick flight from Miami, not really. I started yoga last week so I guess you could say I move fast with my new addictive habits and go all in because im already doing a yoga retreat tomorrow.

In all seriousness, I didn't NOT want to visit Guatemala. I just didn't think it would be literally today. Im very happy I did though. I already feel that adrenaline and sense of adventure and creativity I lack back home. I wrote three blogs today and at home I would've just binged Love Island.. dont worry I will not be missing the new episode tonight lol.

I've been here for 1 day. I cant put my finger on it yet. Do I love this place or do I not like it? Guess its too soon to fall in-love but I usually do that with men I meet. I really do enjoy this place and already had the best day exploring, I have a feeling it'll only get better. It always does.

I stick out like a sore thumb here. Im one of the probably three gringos in this little city. I get alot of looks but not like the pervey looks I got in Croatia but more out of curiosity.. "Whats this girl doing here" yeah idk either but riding the wave.

The small city of Antigua is unique. Its the most interesting mix of ruins/old building and the most gorgous gardens with modern bars. There are plenty of local or upscale joints to grab a bite. We love that. Im not quite sure I've been to a place like this and it's equally as pretty as the pictures you see online (unlike me).

I deleted instagram for this trip. It's refreshing. I'm still on Tik Tok but I don't really care to let everyone know where im at that knows me from back home. When I go on my yoga retreat im going to put my phone away for 3 days, lets see how that goes.

I really don't know how long I will stay in this country, or what I will even do for that fact. Who cares. Im just really going with the flow and riding the wave at this point. *cue my cute wave tattoo*

No expectation, just vibes. The way it should be. A girl in her backpack figuring shit out.

PS- I love going to places that make people ask "why would you go there" aka my family thinking im crazy for being here. My goal this year was less touristy trips and more authentic places. Off to the lake we goooooooo!