During June, most students in Guatemala enjoy their Half -year vacations. In addition, the 30 of that month is National rule for the commemoration of Army Daywhich allows many workers to also have a day off.
If you want to plan a family vacation, there are various ideal activities to share quality time.
From Hobbies at home to low -cost excursionsyou can share quality time with your loved ones with the economic resources you have on hand.
Next, we share five alternatives to enjoy time with your family during half -year holidays and the June holiday.
5 Activities to do during half -year holidays
1. Organize a low -budget local trip
In Guatemala there are numerous tourist destinations that offer recreational activities such as Hiking, canopy and swimming. According to Tourism Operator Andrea Pennington, some sites with affordable prices – among Q20 and Q100 – are: the El Pilar estate, in Antigua Guatemala; Pino Dulce Ecological Park, in Jalapa; Orquigonia, in Cobán, Alta Verapaz; and the Chichoy lagoon, among others.
Read more: 8 places to visit on vacation without spending a lot of money in Guatemala
2. Plan a films marathon at home
If you have access to platforms such as Netflix, HBO Max, Prime video either Disney Plusyou can organize a films marathon with your family. To make the experience more enjoyable, combine this activity with the joint preparation of pizza or desserts.
3. Ded an afternoon to board games
According to psychologist Daniella Feterman, board games strengthen affective ties and encourage assertive communication, so it is a great option to share quality time.
Among the games suitable for all ages are One, Enough, Jenga, Rummi, mimicryamong others.
Read more: play to heal: 10 benefits of board games for our mental health
4. Visit the IRTRA parks or other recreational sites
The parks of Institute for Recreation of Workers of the Private Company of Guatemala (IRTRA)as well as the La Aurora Zoo, they are accessible options for many Guatemalans. You can also consider spas located in the capital or its surroundings.
5. Participate in cultural activities in family
During the holidays, there are theatrical functions suitable for all audiences and cinematographic premieres that you can enjoy in the company of your loved ones. To know these and other cultural activities, see The event agenda of Free press What to do in Guatemala?.