Should You Travel To Guatemala…?
We received today a notice from the Australian government concerning the “Safety and Security” of tourists in Guatemala. When reading through the rather long list of “risks” in Guatemala it does make you wonder whether the country is overrun by robbers, muggers, rapists, terrorists, drug gangs and a whole host of other pretty nasty groups [...]
CATM Antigua Guatemala – Great Success?
We recently returned from Antigua, Guatemala following the 7th CATM show, the second in Guatemala. INGUAT did themselves proud in organising a show that will be remembered for a long time by exhibitors and buyers. The event was held in the colonial town of Antigua, Guatemala and provided a majestic backdrop to a wonderful event. [...]
CATM Fast Approaching….
On the 14th October travel agents, journalists and tour operators from around the world will descend upon Guatemala City for the preliminary tours of Guatemala prior to CATM which is being held in La Antigua, Guatemala. This is the second time that Guatemala has hosted CATM, next year Panama, and it is hoped that this [...]
Iberia Launches New Flights To Central America
From the beginning of October Iberia, the national carrier for Spain, introduced new flights to Central America. These new flights will fly to San Salvador and Panama direct from Madrid. Previously these flights went via Guatemala. Iberia now flies to four Central American countries including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala and Panama. The flights to [...]
Multi Destination Holidays in Central America
So, you want a holiday in Central America but unsure which country to choose. Why not visit two or three countries or more with a multi destination holiday with Hidden Trails. It is very easy to visit two, three or more countries in Central America within a short space of time. Flights are frequent and [...]
Guatemala Tropical Depression Travel Update
Good news from Guatemala! The recent adverse weather that struck Guatemala appears to have passed and the last days have been mostly sunny and have really helped resolve the problems caused by the downpours. The road infrastructure has improved significantly and travel to and within the Northern Highlands region of Guatemala is easily accessible again. [...]
Hidden Trails to Attend Centro America Travel Mart (CATM)
Hidden Trails, for the third year running, will be attending CATM, Centro America Travel Mart in October, this year in Antigua, Guatemala. CATM is the annual showcase of tourism in Central America and offers new and exciting opportunities for our clients to explore deeper into Central America. The show also provides Hidden Trails with the [...]
Tropical Depression Guatemala
In recent days a tropical depression has hit Guatemala causing severe flooding and mud slides mainly affecting the Western Highlands area of Guatemala. Currently, the Pan American Highway from Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan, is closed. With further expected heavy rains Hidden Trails has suspended non-essential vehicular travel into the Western Highlands, including Lake Atitlan [...]