Guatemala, the heart of the Ruta Maya, is a gorgeous place to visit with many exciting things to do and see. With Open Road's Best of Guatemala, the best of the country's captivating ruins and colonial past come to life: the great ruins of Tikal, the pretty Lake Atitlan, the idyllic Caribbean coast, the old colonial capital Antigua, and the lush Pacific Lowlands with its distinctive black sand beaches. This essential guide also comes equipped with a Spanish-English glossary of handy phrases and words perfect for navigating the markets.