Where to Stay
Below are some of the wonderful properties to include on your journey.
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Our Team
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Antigua
Antigua is undoubtedly one of the most visited towns in Central America and it is easy to see why.
Astonishingly beautiful and remarkably traditional, wander around Antigua’s cobbled streets, its colourful market and peek through colonial doorways that hide colourful courtyards bursting with flowers and fountains.
Soak up the laidback atmosphere and the smiling welcome of the indigenous Maya with many of the women still in their traditional dress. Stay in one of the many characterful boutique hotels, sample Guatemalan culinary delights in the many small restaurants, shop for jade and textiles and enjoy the relaxed pace of life.
All About Antigua
A UNESCO World Heritage site, the colonial city of Antigua was once one of the regional capitals of the Spanish Empire. Peaceful and well-organised, the city is awash with elegant colonial architecture enlivened with pastel facades and clumps of colourful bougainvillea. Nestled between three towering volcanic peaks, Antigua is picturesque and charming. It is well worth spending a couple of days exploring the city, its squares and churches – many of which were destroyed in a series of earthquakes in the 18th century – and the surrounding countryside.
Suggested Holiday
Highlights of Guatemala
Unveiling some of the most visually stunning landscapes in vibrant Guatemala, this trip journeys from dazzling high altitude lakes to ancient Mayan ruins.
Encompassing Shaman ceremonies, traditional textile weaving workshops and an expertly guided tour of Tikal, this customisable itinerary is designed to give a comprehensive introduction to one of the most vivid countries in Central America.
Suggested Holiday
Epic Maya Journey: Mexico, Guatemala & Honduras
An exploration of the ancient Maya sites of Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras, this route strikes the perfect balance between ancient temples, dense jungles and dazzling lakes. Unveil some of the most visually stunning landscapes in the Americas and a series of world-renowned archaeological sites, with the added bonus of having a chance to attend a private Shaman ceremony.
Experiences
Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.
Guatemala
Villa Bokeh
Villa Bokeh is an oasis that blends luxury and nature seamlessly together. Full of artistic history and ideally located on the outskirts of Antigua, this property is an infusion of classic Guatemalan colonial architecture with contemporary…
Guatemala
Laguna Lodge Lake Atitlan
Laguna Lodge is a luxury, boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Atitlan close to the village of St Cruz. The hotel is in fact located on a large private area of land called the Tzantizotz…
Guatemala
Hotel Atitlan
Hotel Atitlan is nestled above a magnificent maze of terraced gardens that slope gently down towards the shores of Lake Atitlan. Sweeping views of the lake and its steep verdant hills dominated by enormous volcanoes, is…
Guatemala
Casa Palopo
Casa Palopo is stunning. It has to be one of our favourite properties, winning numerous awards. Dramatic hillside property with magnificent views over Lake Atitlan and the volcanoes, Tomalin, Atitlan and San Pedro, Casa Palopo is…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
John Faithfull
John’s most recent trip to Guatemala was for Semana Santa (Holy Week), a heady mix of colourful processions where huge swaying floats are carried on the shoulders of purple-clad brotherhoods in high pointed headgear who shuffle through billowing clouds of incense.
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