Hiking to Cerro de la Cruz (the Cross) in Antigua, Guatemala has been dangerous in years past due to robberies, but I had read that the local Police have been much more vigilant in recent years and crime has dropped in the area.  The hike only takes about an hour round-trip and the view is worth it!

Zoom in with your camera to the town below and you can almost look into someone’s living room!

We started bright and early trudging up the steps…

Once back down, our next stop was the beautiful Hotel Museo Casa Santa Domingo!  This place was amazing!  The gardens were filled with colorful Macaws or Parrots (not sure which)…

A gorgeous dining area…

Vibrant and unique artwork and displays created with fresh fruits and vegetables…

Sparkling pool…

Religious sculptures…

Interesting metal architecture…

And a museum overflowing with Mayan artwork, both old and new…

Hotel Museo Casa Santa Domingo in Antigua is a definite “must-see” when you’re in town!