Travel

Rental Car

Rodolfo's Shuttle Service

The best way to contact Rodolfo is either by text or call via WhatsApp (free international text/calls). He is our trusted vendor as he and his team have transported our families many times. Please bring Quetzales to pay him as international bank transfers are difficult and incur extra costs (see note on currency below). Mention Ashley & Anthony's wedding when booking. The journey to Lake Atitlán may be long, but it’s a beautiful and memorable adventure—we promise this is one of the most beautiful lakes in the world! Said to be the 'Lake Como' of Central America, the lake is located 2.5 hours from Guatemala City’s airport. Try to avoid arriving Friday during high traffic 'commuting to work' hours as travel time can significantly increase. Rodolfo & his team will coordinate your ride into Lake Atitlan. We've asked him to group travelers with similar arrival times to ride together and share the cost. Depending on how many other guests will take the ride with you, your cost will be between $25-60 USD per person for a one way trip. Drivers are happy to stop along the way for snacks, bathroom breaks, or a quick bite to eat. It is not advisable to rent a car and drive on your own as some roads are tricky to navigate. (502) 5627-7059

Travel Note

Currency / Cash

The official currency of Guatemala is Quetzales (Q). Although the majority of places in Guatemala take Apple Pay & credit cards and sometimes even US cash, it is necessary to bring Quetzales to pay for smaller items such as your shuttle service, souvenirs, water taxis or TukTuks (street taxis), street vendors, etc. If you plan on exploring, having Quetzales is key. Exchange dollars for Quetzales at your home bank (Chase, BOA, etc) or get them once you arrive in the airport via ATM. If you choose to only use US cash, be sure your bills are not ripped, drawn on, and in good condition to be accepted by locals. BRING SMALL BILLS!

Travel Note

Mandatory Electronic Travel Declaration

You must complete an electronic travel declaration form before arriving in Guatemala and present the confirmation / QR code at customs. This can be done online (SAT Form) using the link below. You will need to fill one out when leaving Guatemala as well. This is a free form - no payment is required.

Hotel

Hotel Atitlan

We’ll be staying at Hotel Atitlán, and we highly recommend it for your stay as well! Not only is it beautiful and conveniently located right on the water, but it’s also where all the fun begins. We’ll be providing transportation to and from the wedding venue from this hotel, so booking here will make everything seamless and stress-free. Please use the reservation link below to book your hotel room. Using the link will ensure you receive the group rate. You will need to book your room by Dec 30th to receive the group rate and secure a room. Discount code should automatically apply when clicking the link, however if it doesn't, Group Code is: 2602ASHELY. yes.....my name is spelled incorrectly LOL. If you are staying additional nights out of the block period, please use the regular website reservation page or call the hotel.

Discount Code - 2602ASHELY

Flight

Alaska 1353 - LAX to GUA

Join the party in flight! If you'd like to join us on the journey, we will be departing LAX on Wednesday, Feb 4th at 11:32PM on Alaska Flight 1353 (non-stop). It arrives in Guatemala -La Aurora International Airport (GUA) at 6:20AM on Thursday, Feb 5th. You can also join us on the shuttle to the hotel (please make your own arrangement prior - see below)! Note: There are 2 additional non-stop flights (United & Volaris) that fly into GUA that land within an hour or less of our flight. Please let us know if you book one of those flights - we'd be happy to wait for you! We will be departing Guatemala on Monday, February 9th on Alaska flight 1354 at 11:20 AM.