Guatemala City - Post Report Question and Answers
Is it easy to make friends with locals here? Are there any prejudices or any ethnic groups who might feel uncomfortable here?
Yes, it is easy to make friends with locals. Most people seem to have some family living in the U.S. - Mar 2023
It is reasonably easy if your Spanish is up to snuff. - Oct 2022
If you speak Spanish, sure, if you put in the time and effort. Locals often have their own tight friend groups and large families, so they understandably might not be as invested in becoming friends with someone who will be moving in a couple years. - Oct 2022
Guatemalan people are among some of the most helpful and nicest I have met. You do have to speak Spanish in order to experience this. - Jul 2021
We've found Guatemalans to be very warm, welcoming, and easy to get to know. The linguistic barrier is a real challenge if your Spanish isn't up to par, but people here are patient with broken Spanish, and eager to help. It's the first post we've had where I felt like I really made local friends, and it's been a highlight of our time here. - Mar 2019
