Month: July 2020

Must-See Locations on a Visit To Guatemala

Michael Hockett is the former president of Tidewater Auto Auction in Virginia Beach, Virginia, a facility he purchased in 1996. A noted Virginia real estate developer, Michael Hockett is also an avid traveler and often goes on trips to the Bahamas and Guatemala on church-building missions.

When visiting Guatemala, one of the most notable locations to visit is Antigua. This Guatemalan city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was founded in the 16th century. It features many notable monuments and is the cultural center of the entire region.

Tikal is another must-see site, where ancient temples protrude from the surrounding jungle. It’s one of the few remaining sites where the Mayan heritage of the area can be seen.

In addition, Lake Atitlan is an extremely popular location in southwestern Guatemala. The deepest lake in Central America, Lake Atitlan is regarded by many as the most beautiful lake in the world and welcomes thousands of tourists every year.

Rich Opportunities for Visitors to Paradise Island in the Bahamas

The president and general manager of Tidewater Auto Auction in Chesapeake, Virginia, Michael Hockett is also an independent real estate developer, working with short-term vacation rentals. From his home in Virginia, Michael Hockett enjoys traveling to the Bahamas, exploring a different island each time.

The Bahamas encompass more than 700 islands, which offer visitors a diverse range of experiences from luxury resorts to Robinson Crusoe-like wilderness. Those looking for the former may want to visit Paradise Island, a small island located just across a short bridge from Nassau with its international airport.

Only about one mile wide and five miles long, Paradise Island features The Ocean Club, Four Seasons, and the Atlantis mega-resort. Those interested in viewing predators such as sharks and barracudas up close can walk through the 100-foot tunnel known as Predator Lagoon at Atlantis.

Richly packed with restaurants, shops, a casino, and golf course, Paradise Island also boasts beautiful white-sand beaches. Beach visitors can rent gear for snorkeling, parasailing, and other water adventures. Cabbage Beach offers the opportunity to explore dunes with native casuarinas trees.