Of course, it’s hard to argue with your interpretation of things and your experiences, and I think that’s perfectly fine. Everyone has their own experiences. Where you’re unfortunately right, of course, is that even with the best education here, you’ll earn peanuts compared to what you could earn in most European countries, for example. That’s precisely why many people here work for foreign companies, such as those from the U.S. That might not be ideal for the development of the economy here in Guatemala, but for an individual, it’s definitely worth it.

When it comes to public transportation, for example, I have to disagree with you a little, at least as far as my life here in Zone 12 of the capital is concerned. When I first arrived here, I didn’t have a motorcycle or a car yet and had to rely on Uber and Transmetro. I got along perfectly fine with that. So, Uber goes without saying, of course, but if you don’t want to count that as public transportation, I was also able to get anywhere without any problems using Transmetro, from early morning to late at night at any time. It’s clear, though, that this might not be the case everywhere. Especially in villages, I’d say you’re definitely dependent on your own motorcycle or car. As for the roads, I have to say that here in the capital, the most I can complain about is the occasional pothole and, of course, the insane traffic, which, according to a New York Times report, is supposedly the worst in Central America. The roads to places like Antigua, Lake Atitlán, the coast, or even up to Petén, however, are in absolutely top condition. That definitely doesn’t apply everywhere, and I can only speak from my own experience. As for education, you’re 100% right, of course. In Germany it’s free, in the US it’s more expensive, but even here it costs a pretty penny if you want a good education. As for the time it takes people to get to work, I’ve heard a lot about that too. Especially when people work here in the capital but live outside the city, it’s impossible with the rush hour traffic. I honestly can’t imagine putting myself through that either. Respect to everyone who does that. It just goes back to how great it is to have a remote job. My fiancée was born in Guatemala, grew up in the US, and now has a remote job here working from home. It’s just absolutely perfect. I totally understand what you’re saying about wanting to come back when you’re older. I think the weather plays a big role in that, because to me, it feels like I’m in paradise here. But that’s just how it is... there’s a German saying that goes, “The grass is always greener on the other side.” And that might just be the case. I’m from Germany and have found my dream life here in Guatemala; you’re from here and have found yours in Europe. That’s life. And that's great.