With the addition of Guatemala, Pleasant Holidays and Journese now offer seven countries in Central & South America and 80 countries worldwide, along with river and ocean cruises.
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA – Pleasant Holidays and its luxury brand, Journese, added Guatemala to its Central America portfolio, with luxury hotels, flights, guided vacations, tours, excursions, private and shared transfers and more now available for booking for travel in 2024 and 2025. Custom vacation packages are available including hotel and resort accommodations in Antigua, Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan and Tikal, along with Discover Guatemala, a 6-day guided vacation offering immersive experiences of Guatemala with an English-speaking local guide and guaranteed departures every Friday year-round.
“Travelers can now explore more of Central America with a custom vacation itinerary or authentic guided vacation of Guatemala. It’s an ideal place for adventurous travelers to explore Mayan temples, the mountains, rainforests and ancient cities in the heart of the Mayan region,” said Jack E. Richards, President and CEO. “Travelers can choose familiar brands such as Best Western, Hilton, Hyatt and Westin, or opt for a boutique hotel for new adventures and experiences.”
Guatemala is a country steeped in Mayan culture and was the center of influence during the height of the Mayan Empire. The Mayan city of Tikal was one of the empire’s great powers during the Classic Period. Guatemala has a volcanic geography with a pair of volcanoes – Volcán de Agua and Volcán de Fuego – looming over Antigua and Guatemala City. Its mountainous terrain and lush rainforest make Guatemala a beacon of biodiversity. Available commissionable excursions allow travelers to immerse themselves in the culture and history of Guatemala, including city tours, rainforest hikes, Tikal National Park visits, local village encounters and culinary experiences with shared or private options.
Pleasant Holidays and Journese offer direct flights to Guatemala City on major airlines including United from Houston (IAH), Chicago (ORD), Newark (EWR), Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington D.C. (IAD); Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Volaris from Los Angeles (LAX); JetBlue from New York (JFK); Avianca from Los Angeles (LAX), New York (JFK) and Washington D.C. (IAD); and American Airlines from Dallas (DFW) and Miami (MIA).
Pleasant Holidays and Journese offer customized travel itineraries, including flights from major gateways throughout the United States with premium economy and business-class seating for maximum comfort on long flights, arrival and departure services and private and shared ground transportation.
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