![]() ![]() I think that’s precisely because they don’t have a dominant flag carrier such as Copa, which dominates travel to and within Panama. As with Panama, no matter which airline alliance you prefer, from most places in the US you can get to Guatemala on the same day in two flights.ĭespite that fact, before I start my search each year I don’t presume that the options are as plentiful as those to Panama. From our home near Washington, DC, there are many different airline options, including two offering direct routes, along with other options through hubs like Miami and Atlanta. When I get home I empty the account and change the password.After three trips to Casa Vieja Lodge, with another one rapidly approaching, it’s the sailfish, sun and service that keep us coming back, but we also like the fact that travel there is easy. ![]() I have a travel account that is separate from our other bank, no ATM fees. Not many folks do that still but they have served me well. I also pack traveler's checks for use with places that still accept them (few and far between) and as emergency backup since they're replaceable if lost or stolen. They can be used as backup if the ATM card/s are lost or not working - you can get a cash advance do avoid paying interest you can front load the account before you leave or using safe wifi. We take credit cards, too, but rarely use them since many places don't accept them and many others tack on a fee - we've seen as high as 10% - for their use. ![]() All transport providers heading from the airport will take US cash we bring quetzales from a previous trip and/or access funds from an ATM and pay almost exclusively with local currency after that. I think you have to count on ATMs to be malfunctioning or without cash sometimes and just not cut it too close. ![]()
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