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JRob1
Joined 2012
Posts: 1

Safety in Guatemala

12 years ago

Hi everyone. I am considering moving to Guatemala for a Fulbright scholarship opportunity. Last summer I traveled to El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica but unfortunately did not have the opportunity to visit Guatemala. I was wondering if anyone could give me advice about safety in Guatemala. While, I have read the State Department notices and that some Peace Corp volunteers have recently left due to an increase in violence, it would be great to hear directly from people who currently live their. I also understand from different forums that it could depend on the location i.e. Guatemala City vs Antigua however read that certain areas that have had less crime i.e. homicides/sexual assault in the past is beginnig to escalate. I am a 29 year old female with blond hair and blue eyes, so understand that I may not look like a local. Any information you can provide would be greatly appreciated!

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