Daniel Wallace's travelogue is drawing to a close, but that does not mean his trip is ending. Rather, he's starting fresh, with a new perspective on his travels than he had when he started 6 months ag
Todosantos was exactly what Daniel was looking for in Guatemala. It wasn't Utopia by any means, but he was able to feel more a part of the community than anywhere else he had been.
Daniel found Antigua and Xela to be places that are pleasant enough for a holiday from your holiday, but any longer and he started to feel uncomfortable.
Daniel has only been there a week, but already he is sure Guatemala is a lovely, amazing country to travel in. Even a bit of mysterious illness and the upcoming general elections can't discourage him.
San Christobal de las Casas is a place that requires much time to gain some understanding of its history and its problems. Unfortunately, Daniel could not take that time.
Daniel feels he has a better understanding now of Mexican culture and history which has come as much from his improved Spanish as the historic sites he's visited.
Daniel left with very warm memories of his very cold time on Utila. The diving was great and the people were fantastic. 
Todosantos was exactly what Daniel was looking for in Guatemala. It wasn't Utopia by any means, but he was able to feel more a part of the community than anywhere else he had been. 
Daniel found Antigua and Xela to be places that are pleasant enough for a holiday from your holiday, but any longer and he started to feel uncomfortable. 
Daniel feels he has a better understanding now of Mexican culture and history which has come as much from his improved Spanish as the historic sites he's visited. 