From Flores to Antigua: The Overnight Bus Ride I’ll Never Forget
Travel isn’t always smooth, but that’s where the best stories come from. My journey from Flores to Antigua, Guatemala didn’t begin with excitement. It began with waiting… and waiting… and yes, more waiting. When “On the Way” Feels Like Forever I stood there for nearly an hour, watching time pass, and my confidence slowly disappear. Was my ride even coming? Had I been forgotten? I was already building backup plans in my head, mentally preparing for the worst. And then, just as panic was about to fully take over, it arrived. Lesson #1 from traveling in Guatemala: patience isn’t optional, it’s part of the adventure. The Overnight Bus Experience We finally hit the road at 9:30 PM. I had a seat on the upper deck, which initially felt like a win. Better views, right? Well, not exactly when it’s pitch dark outside. Still, there’s something undeniably magical about overnight bus rides. The quiet hum of the engine, the occasional stop in the middle of nowhere, and that strange half-awake, ...
