The Next Door Quest

I'm finally back from my 5 day journey through the bowels of Guatemala. It was a very tiring journey filled with exhaustion, despair and really good food. The goal was to get accepted at the CUNORI, which is the branch of the San Carlos University in Chiquimula, and to get a student visa from the Immigration Office in Guatemala City.

Day 1: We left for Chiquimula at 6 in the 'MariaElena' bus that morning, and reached at about 7:30 in the afternoon. The transportation means was by bus. It was a horrible journey entailed with bumpy roads, shady characters, and many stops along the way. I was bored beyond belief, the only thing that kept me sane was the fact the view, from the window, was beautiful and that the people always seem to be so kind. I hardly ate during the day, but once we reached, ohhhh, I head a feast.

Day 2: We stayed at the hotel Gran Dorado. The food was nice, the cost was very cheap, and the place was comfy. We headed to the CUNORI that morning, it was warm. Chiquimula is always warm, and it tends to get hotter. We arranged everything that day, including payments and whatsnot. We had plenty of time to explore. It was fun, and the people are especially warm and friendly here, not like in my beloved little country where the only people who are treated kindly are the 'gringos'.

Day 3: We left for Guatemala City in the 'Guerras' bus at around 4 in the morning and reached there at 7 that same morning. It was cold! I was freezing. But, we were able to go to the Belizean Embassy to fix a few issues, and then we went shopping. I know, a guy who loves to shop? I was dragged along. But, I did get a few Pc games, Namely: Call Of Duty 5, Red Alert 3, Tiberium Wars and Fallout 3. I ate some nice food, and once satisfied I tuned into my favorite channel, Animax.

Day 4: We went to the Immigration Office, but in order to get a Student Visa, I needed to leave my Passport for 10 day. Yes, 10 FRIGGIN' DAYS! There was no way I'd do that, so one thing led to another and I was planning my return.

Day 5: We said goodbye to a few friends and departed for home at 10 in the night. It was a long journey, but this bus line was really comfy. I must say, I will enjoy living in Chiquimula. It's very hot, and almost no crime. Yes, my place indeed.