Jaimie & Mario
Things To Do
Golf with the Groom
Friday January 28th there will be a golf game organized with the groom, family, and friends at the first golf course in Central America. Click the link for details about the course. You can RSVP for this event in the RSVP tab. Lunch and transportation will be provided. Greens fees and club rentals are covered by guests.
City of Antigua
There's so much to see and explore in Antigua itself so don't feel you need to go further afield. There's plenty at your doorstep in this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site. Click the link for Travel and Leisure's article on Antigua as the #1 city to visit in Central and South America!
Pacaya Day Hike
Shorter and less vigorous hike than El Fuego and Acatenango but no less wonderful, including vistas of the lava and volcano activity. Multiple options including to add on a visit to the hot springs spa or go at sunset. All hikes include lunch or dinner depending on the time. Cheaper rates if booked in a larger group 3-4+ (see PDFs for full details on the linked website)
Acatenango and Fuego Overnight Hike
Overnight hike to Acatenango base camp with option to go to the constantly active volcano of El Fuego (where our proposal took place)! The following day provides option to summit Acatenango. Click through to the tour group who we traveled with Wicho and Charlie's. All inclusive for $150-200 for all meals, guides, and tents (shared or private). Give yourself at least 1 day to recover and note, this is not a hike for beginners.
Lake Atitlán
Approximately 2 hours from Antigua. There are options to do a full day trip for kayaking and to enjoy the lake or to spend several days here prior to coming to Antigua. There are many hotel options for longer stays including Casa Palopo, which is the sister site to our reception venue. For options for 1-2 days excursions contact Viajes de Guatemala at Luxuryguatemalatravel@gmail.com and cc: Mario's brother Pablo at pmybarra4@hotmail.com
Tikal Mayan Ruins
The capital of the Mayan empire is an experience not to be missed if you have a longer stay in Guatemala! If you need a recommendation, reach out to Viajes de Guatemala at Luxuryguatemalatravel@gmail.com and cc: Mario's brother Pablo at pmybarra4@hotmail.com for help coordinating.
Coffee Finca and Antigua Tour
Learn where some of the world's best coffee comes from and the process by which it is harvested. Includes visit to a coffee finca, lunch in botanical gardens, Jade Museum visit, and tour of some of the highlights of Antigua. If interested, contact Viajes de Guatemala at Luxuryguatemalatravel@gmail.com and cc: Mario's brother Pablo at pmybarra4@hotmail.com
Antigua Walking Tour
Approximately 3-4 hour tour of some of the main historic places of this beautiful UNESCO Heritage Site city. Includes a visit to Santo Domingo cultural center and the Jade Museum.
ChocoMuseo
Learn the process of chocolate-making beginning with the cacao bean. $25 for workshop, tour, and your very own chocolate - approximately 2 hours