Lake Atitlan, Panajachel, Guatemala

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Life in Guatemala A to Z: Tuk Tuk

The tuk tuk is a "taxi" or basically a tiny car, or maybe a metal structure that holds a driver and a couple passengers set around a motorcycle motor? However it's built, it gets you around for Q5-- or about 65 cents per person, when you've got too far to walk.

My husband and I sold our cars when we moved to Guatemala. We walk everywhere now and love the freedom and improved health it provides. But when we purchase a few too many supplies at the Dispensa, it is nice to flag down one of the tuk tuk's for a quick ride home.

12 comments:

  1. Thank you for your A-Z visit Karen, very glad to make a return call- Guatemala is gorgeous, a good place to be a writer I think, even with little horrors like sand flies!
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  2. I like how the windows are painted with superheroes!

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  3. I love that name, Tuk Tuk :) It's one of those names that fits the object it's naming!
    Sophie
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  4. How cool to live in a place that requires no cars. Love the name.

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  5. Dear Karen, I like the simplicity of this mode of travel. Not as simple as walking, but the next best thing. And I'm wondering if a "Tuk Tuk" will be part of your next book! Peace.

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  6. You not only moved out of the U.S.A. but also gave up the most American item of them all, you car.

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  7. I love the new photo. What a beautiful shot of the volcano

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  8. Oh this would be fun to be in one of those and they seem great actually. My friend used them when he was in Thailand

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  9. Ha-ha. Loved seeing Tuk-tuks again. We called them that in Thailand, too. Hi....visiting from the A-Z.
    Shells–Tales–Sails

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  10. Those tuk-tuks are adorable! What a great idea to give up your car. I haven't owned a car in 20 years now. There are times when I really miss driving, but most of the time it's a relief not to have to deal with it. (Or pay for it.)

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  11. I love superheroes too but they should really maximize visibility in those things. Tukvtuks may look all cute and friendly but they probably pack a wollop at high speed.

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