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54 FOCUS - MAY 2016 Guatemala has magnificent scenery. I have come to grips with the fact that seasons seem to be changing and winter is just not what it used to be. However there is still a great deal to be said for heading south and relaxing in a quaint village where the temperature is guaran- teed to be hot. One of my favourite destinations is the pictur- esque village of Antigua in Guatemala especially at Easter. Virtually untouched since its origin in the late sixteen hun- dreds Antigua is a quaint village of colourful houses small shops and wonderful restaurants. And for those who want a beach its only an hour or so from the resort area of Lake Atitlan. Getting there is simple. American Airlines although their planes are not very comfortable gets you there in just under 7 hours which includes a layover in Miami. Your basic flying time is 5 hours. Guatemala is a poor country having been successfully rid of civil war for only sixteen years. I found the people ex- tremely friendly and the places of interest are pristine and free from typical tourist debris.Antigua is 90 minutes from the airport and once you are there you feel as if you have been transported back in time. I stayed at the Porta Hotel a mere five minute walk from the town square. The hotel caters to an alternative SUN DESTINATION