By Pablo Barrera / archived magazine image

The April edition of Xela In Focus magazine arrives filled with stories that celebrate Quetzaltenango's identity and offer a fresh perspective on regional development. In this special issue, readers will find a variety of topics ranging from gastronomic innovation to international opportunities for local talent.

Among the featured content, the magazine presents the opening of Oaçis Tribe in Parque Paulinos, a new concept committed to wellness through açaí and nutritious options for the local community. Additionally, it highlights the visual transformation that the Historic Center will experience with the Entre Pétalos festival, a free event that will fill the city streets with floral art and culture on April 25 and 26.

For those seeking inspiration in sports and literature, this edition includes:

Opportunities in soccer: Details about the high-performance camp that seeks to project promising young athletes from Quetzaltenango toward professional clubs in Spain.

Literature and youth: The launch of the 2026 National Youth Literary Contest, an invitation for writers between the ages of 14 and 17 to showcase their creativity with significant prizes.

Life stories: A profile on Landon Wells, a local talent shining in the U-20 National Team, proving that hard work pays off.

Furthermore, the magazine explores topics of international and economic relevance, such as a guide to safe destinations for traveling through South America and the growth of sustainable tourism in Guatemala, which has recently reached record figures.

In the business sector, the issue covers news about the renovation of iconic brands like Calzado Cobán and the social impact of projects such as Purifiltro Artesanal, which seeks to bring pure water to Guatemalan homes using local technology.