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Alex Coronado

Having grown up and lived my entire life in a place as special as Antigua Guatemala, has allowed me to involve myself in the world of travel and tourist experiences. My family is from this area and I am passionate about the experiences and perspectives that come when you connect with people from different parts of the world.

My many years as an adventure leader and guide testify to how much I love being part of real and unforgettable experiences, specially creating a cultural bond between locals and travelers.

I feel lucky to be part of the Old Town Outfitters team as we have been the leaders in Guatemala adventure travel for over 25 years. Our philosophy is based around supporting the local economy via the employment of local guides, promoting responsible travel, and sponsoring meaningful local NGO's.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Belize Travel Agents, Guatemala Travel Agents, Guatemala Family Travel Agents"

How did you get involved in travel?

"My parents established a Spanish school long before I was born, focused on tourists from all over the world. Since I was a child, I have always been surrounded by different people and cultures. In my innocent childhood mentality, I was so engaged and curious to see happiness in the interaction and connections of many people who came through the school.

My professional focus has always been tied to customer service, but it was in 2017 when Old Town Outfitters, Matt, and Chris extended me an opportunity to guide outdoor activities such as kayaking, volcano trekking and mountain biking around my country, a job that I enjoyed deeply and that has informed my approach to life ever since."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Years ago, I traveled with my fiancée and my future in-laws to Saint Lucia. This was the first time I traveled internationally which made it incredibly special for me!

I was delighted with the culture of such a small island, the people were genuinely nice and helpful, but what made it so special was our guide who took us to a beautiful beach where we could snorkel and kayak through some of the mangroves. I understood firsthand how valuable the company of someone local can be to get to know the local culture and history much better. He introduced us to many people with whom we spent several days enjoying conversations and stories over beers and coconuts by the sea."

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Recent trip reviews for Alex

I had an absolutely wonderful trip to Belize,...
Belize | Nov 22 - Dec 3, 2025

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Laraine W.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Dec 08, 2025
I had an absolutely wonderful trip to Belize, and I can’t say enough about how seamless and enjoyable it was! Traveling with my teen son can sometimes be stressful, but this trip was completely worry-free thanks to our amazing local specialist, Alex. From start to finish, he thought of every detail and made sure everything ran smoothly. The hotels he selected were perfect. Each one had its own charm and made our stay incredibly relaxing. The activities Alex recommended were engaging, fun,... Read more

I had an absolutely wonderful trip to Belize, and I can’t say enough about how seamless and enjoyable it was! Traveling with my teen son can sometimes be stressful, but this trip was completely worry-free thanks to our amazing local specialist, Alex. From start to finish, he thought of every detail and made sure everything ran smoothly.

The hotels he selected were perfect. Each one had its own charm and made our stay incredibly relaxing. The activities Alex recommended were engaging, fun, and perfectly suited for both of us. It was such a gift to be able to enjoy every moment with my son, knowing that everything was taken care of.

This trip exceeded my expectations, and I can’t imagine a better way to experience Belize. I would wholeheartedly recommend Alex’s planning expertise to anyone looking for a stress-free, memorable vacation in a beautiful country!

Hotel Reviews
Falling Leaves Lodge
San Ignacio

Adorable.

The Lodge at Jaguar Reef
Hopkins
Authenticity & Character
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Staff
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Activity Reviews
Jungle ATV Adventure & Refreshing Waterfall Swim
Jungle ATV Adventure & Refreshing Waterfall Swim
Belize
Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley -from Ramons
Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley -from Ramons
Belize
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
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Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Dec 08, 2025
Hola Laraine, Thank you so much for your beautiful and honest message. Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. I also want to thank you for the open and honest communication during the entire process. It really helped me create a trip that was perfectly tailored for you and your son. I’m so happy to hear that you loved the trip plan and that everything exceeded your expectations. I put a lot of my own personal experience and heart into designing your itinerary, so it makes me especially... Read more

Hola Laraine,

Thank you so much for your beautiful and honest message. Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. I also want to thank you for the open and honest communication during the entire process. It really helped me create a trip that was perfectly tailored for you and your son.

I’m so happy to hear that you loved the trip plan and that everything exceeded your expectations. I put a lot of my own personal experience and heart into designing your itinerary, so it makes me especially glad to know it made such a positive impact on your journey with Noah.

It was truly a pleasure helping you create these special memories in Belize, and I’m grateful you trusted me with something as important as creating a beautiful memory with your son.

Wishing you and your family many more beautiful adventures ahead. Maybe Guatemala in the future.

Warmest regards from the city of the eternal spring,
Alex

Great trip to Belize
Belize | Nov 8 - Nov 15, 2025

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Nicole L.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Alex provided an amazing trip to Belize! He was very responsive questions and helped us understand the entire trip planning process as well as checked in along the way to make sure things were going smoothly. Everything was so well coordinated that we could just relax and enjoy the experience and our trip. When we ran into weather issues during one day, he quickly provided and coordinated alternate activities for the day that we really enjoyed. I would highly recommend Alex and kimkim for... Read more

Alex provided an amazing trip to Belize! He was very responsive questions and helped us understand the entire trip planning process as well as checked in along the way to make sure things were going smoothly. Everything was so well coordinated that we could just relax and enjoy the experience and our trip. When we ran into weather issues during one day, he quickly provided and coordinated alternate activities for the day that we really enjoyed. I would highly recommend Alex and kimkim for future travel!

Hotel Reviews
Falling Leaves Lodge
San Ignacio

Excellent place to stay in San Ignacio. Rooms are clean, quiet and spacious. The pool is lovely and the whole place feels like you're in the jungle! The restaurant was excellent and the staff was very helpful to help coordinate excursions. Easy walk into the main part of town as well.

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Ramon's Village Resort
San Pedro

Loved our stay at Ramon's! The rooms are fabulous and it was so relaxing to sit on the balcony, at the pool or by the beach. The restaurant and smoothie bar were both excellent and food and staff were incredible. We also really enjoyed the snorkeling excursions from the dive shop, the guides were amazing! Easy walk into the rest of town as well. Highly recommend for a stay in San Pedro.

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Activity Reviews
Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Belize

Great tour, guide was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Guided Tour of Mountain Pine Ridge - full day
Guided Tour of Mountain Pine Ridge - full day
Belize

Really enjoyed this excursion! Swimming in the rio on pools was so much fun and the caves were a great little hike. Guide was very knowledgeable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Visit the Blue Morpho Butterfly Farm
Visit the Blue Morpho Butterfly Farm
Belize

Neat to see the butterflies close up!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley -from Ramons
Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley -from Ramons
Belize

Incredible activity! Great knowledgeable guides! Highly recommend! We saw so many neat sea animals!

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Local specialist: Alex Coronado
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Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Nov 18, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Ryan and Nicole! It was a true pleasure working with you and planning your trip to Belize. I’m really glad to hear that everything went smoothly and that you were able to simply relax and enjoy the experience; that’s always my goal. I also appreciate your collaborative approach throughout the entire process. Your clear communication and openness made it easy to tailor the itinerary to your preferences, even when we had to adjust plans due to the... Read more

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Ryan and Nicole! It was a true pleasure working with you and planning your trip to Belize. I’m really glad to hear that everything went smoothly and that you were able to simply relax and enjoy the experience; that’s always my goal.

I also appreciate your collaborative approach throughout the entire process. Your clear communication and openness made it easy to tailor the itinerary to your preferences, even when we had to adjust plans due to the weather. I’m very happy the alternative activities worked out and that you enjoyed them.

Thank you again for your trust and for recommending me and kimkim. I’d be honored to help you plan your next adventure, to Guatemala maybe, whenever you’re ready!

Best regards from Antigua,
Alex

Alex was excellent
Guatemala | Oct 31 - Nov 14, 2025

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Nina S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Alex was excellent

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
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Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Nov 24, 2025

Hola Nina, thank you so much for your visit. I appreciate it. It was wonderful meeting you, and I'm very glad that you had fun on your trip visiting Honduras, Guatemala, and Belize. I hope we cross paths again, and I wish you a wonderful time back in D.C. Take care.

Get to know belize
Belize | Nov 6 - Nov 10, 2025

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Christy H.
Spain | Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Alden with get to know Belize was a great guide. Very knowledgeable. Jeffrey lead us during the snorkeling and was also great. Read more

Alden with get to know Belize was a great guide. Very knowledgeable. Jeffrey lead us during the snorkeling and was also great.

Hotel Review
Almond Beach Resort Belize
Hopkins

Great very attentive staff, well maintained. Great food and drinks.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right on the beach
Staff
So attentive and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and cofortable. The doors were not very secure
Activity Reviews
Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Belize

Wonderful tour. Long drive though. I would have added another short trip while we were out that way in retrospect

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alden was great
Transport
Comfortable,
Half day Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef from Hopkins
Half day Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef from Hopkins
Belize

We saw Lots of amazing creatures. Guides were wonderful. Jeffrey and Alden. The boat trip was a little long.

Quality of Experience
Very knowledgeable
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The trip was a little long
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Nov 12, 2025

Hola Christy,

Thank you so much for your message! I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed your trip and that everything went smoothly. Thank you for the feedback and details to take into consideration for other travelers.

It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope to plan another adventure together soon! Maybe Guatemala next time around. A bit more adventurous.

Warm regards from the city of the eternal spring,
Alex
Alex

Amazing Trip To Hopkins
Belize | Nov 6 - Nov 10, 2025

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Chad H.
Morgantown, WV | Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
The trip was absolutely amazing! The Almond Beach Resort's beachfront cottages were as advertised--large rooms with doors that opened up to the ocean, friendly staff, and great service. Aldean was a perfect guide for us on the Mayan Ruins and Snorkeling excursions. He was friendly, informative, and made the experiences memorable. I have to give Alex and Lilia a huge amount of credit for organizing and preparing this trip--they were attentive to our requests and maintained a regular... Read more

The trip was absolutely amazing! The Almond Beach Resort's beachfront cottages were as advertised--large rooms with doors that opened up to the ocean, friendly staff, and great service. Aldean was a perfect guide for us on the Mayan Ruins and Snorkeling excursions. He was friendly, informative, and made the experiences memorable.

I have to give Alex and Lilia a huge amount of credit for organizing and preparing this trip--they were attentive to our requests and maintained a regular dialogue throughout the process. When we got off the plane into Belize City, Lilia met us outside and told me that there were refreshments in the van for our 1.5 hour drive to Hopkins--this just made us all smile! We loved driving with Camron who used the trips to engage us and tell us about Belize.

I have used KimKim before and based on this trip, will keep going back!

Hotel Review
Almond Beach Resort Belize
Hopkins

Very attentive staff and wonderful accommodations. The Beachfront Cottages are nothing short of perfect--opening doors to the Ocean and hearing the waves each day was perfect. The Paddle House and nearby restaurants provide incredible local eating options.

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Activity Reviews
Half day Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef from Hopkins
Half day Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef from Hopkins
Belize

This is one of those things you need to do when you go to Belize. The diversity of the fish, the boat ride out to the diving spots, and the overall trip was simply perfect. We kept saying "Did you see that!?" Our guide, Jeffrey, was awesome in showing us different wildlife and guiding us in the water.

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Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Xunantunich Maya Ruins Tour
Belize

The ruins are an amazing part of Central American history and the ability to visit Xunantunich was perfect. The 2 hour trip from Hopkins was led by Aldean, who provided insights and education along the way. Aldean engaged us in the history of the Mayan people, explained the significance of the ruins, and was great to meet on the trip.

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Local specialist: Alex Coronado
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Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Nov 12, 2025

Hola Chad,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m extremely happy and pleased to hear you had such an amazing experience and that everything from the resort to the excursions went smoothly. It truly means a lot to know our efforts helped make your trip memorable.

I will pass the message to Lilia and the rest of the team.

It was a real pleasure working with you and Christy, and I hope to help you plan another adventure soon! Maybe Guatemala next time? I would love to meet you guys. Lilia spoke highly of you all.

Warm regards from the colonial city,
Alex

my guides were mi hombres😀Willie and Garcion...
Guatemala | Nov 2 - Nov 8, 2025

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Edward S.
Switzerland | Reviewed on Nov 09, 2025
my guides were mi hombres😀Willie and Garcion(sp) I loved their company, professionalism, humor and friendship! They were on time every time. Garcion cooked lunch for us twice.... delicious ! He drove on the Guatemalan streets and trails expertly! Willie.... great rider, strong on the up hills sections. Picked trails based on my level of riding! Always concerned about me being bueno! I picked up more español and local culture, really the reason i chose Guatemala!im 100% happy with Kim Kim... Read more

my guides were mi hombres😀Willie and Garcion(sp) I loved their company, professionalism, humor and friendship! They were on time every time. Garcion cooked lunch for us twice.... delicious ! He drove on the Guatemalan streets and trails expertly! Willie.... great rider, strong on the up hills sections. Picked trails based on my level of riding! Always concerned about me being bueno! I picked up more español and local culture, really the reason i chose Guatemala!im 100% happy with Kim Kim Alex, and Old Town Outfitters, my guides and the equipment we used👍😀i ll be back and i want the same team!!!!

Hotel Reviews
Camelias Inn
Antigua

breakfast buffet on the roof with a view of Vulcan de fuego!!!

Authenticity & Character
True colonial architecture
Location
close to the center of town
Staff
bilingual and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
it's difficult to rate a bed your not used to, but i did sleep
Hotel Utz Jay
Panajachel, Sololá

very quit and cute

Authenticity & Character
central court with excellent plants
Location
close to the lake and main street
Staff
very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
very clean and authentic
Activity Reviews
Antigua Walking Tour
Antigua Walking Tour
Guatemala

Danial was my local historian for my tour of two museums. We found liquid refreshments at Cafe Nosa!

Quality of Experience
he's historically enlightening
Guides, Drivers and Staff
they got me there on time for the afternoon tour
Transport
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Antigua

a great warm up ride, we hit a chocolate factory, coffee co op and a macadamian plantation shop

Quality of Experience
my guide was great company over chocolate and bread on the veranda
Guides, Drivers and Staff
lots of local knowledge from both of them
Transport
he's a great driver!!
Double Down Mountain Bike Tour
Double Down Mountain Bike Tour
Antigua

these were challenging trails for me and my guide helped me enjoy it

Quality of Experience
so scenic
Guides, Drivers and Staff
made it great .... never thought of throwing the towel in, finished the hardest day of trail riding
Transport
no way i'd drive here thank God for gerson!!!
Mayan Traverse MTB Ride
Mayan Traverse MTB Ride
Guatemala

riding followed by ruin tour..... my kinda day very educational! Thank you Melvin

Quality of Experience
it's one of the reasons i picked Guatemala
Food
a true Guatemalan picnic
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Gerson cooked us lunch while i was on the tour!!
Transport
consistently great
Transfer to Lake Atitlán, Visit the Iximché Ruins
Transfer to Lake Atitlán, Visit the Iximché Ruins
Guatemala
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Atitlan Slickrock MTB Ride
Atitlan Slickrock MTB Ride
Guatemala

last day great ride , tailored to my riding level, the uphills were still killing me

Quality of Experience
at this point i didn't want it to end
Guides, Drivers and Staff
another great picnic in a Guatemalan park
Transport
we drove over some difficult trails
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Nov 10, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Edward! I’m pleased to hear you had such an amazing time with Willy and Gerson. They’ll be thrilled to know you appreciated their company and care. They shared that you were fun, easygoing, and made them feel like they were spending time with a friend It means a lot to us that you connected with the local culture and enjoyed every part of your adventure. We’ll be ready to welcome you back anytime for more MTB or perhaps a nice, easy vacation in... Read more

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Edward! I’m pleased to hear you had such an amazing time with Willy and Gerson. They’ll be thrilled to know you appreciated their company and care. They shared that you were fun, easygoing, and made them feel like they were spending time with a friend

It means a lot to us that you connected with the local culture and enjoyed every part of your adventure. We’ll be ready to welcome you back anytime for more MTB or perhaps a nice, easy vacation in Belize, similar team, same spirit! Big hug from Antigua, Edward!

Best regards from the city of the eternal spring,
Alex

Family trip to Guatemala
Guatemala | Aug 4 - Aug 11, 2025

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Cortney H.
Santa Rosa, CA | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
Amazing trip to Belize and Guatemala. Alex was very communicative and helpful during the entire planning process and while we were on the trip. We have been on many trips through kimkim with local companies in different companies. There seemed to be a disconnect with this trip. Typically we have one guide for each region that spends each day with our family (from airport pickup to the last day). This guide gives us local history and lots of information. They typically provide water for our... Read more

Amazing trip to Belize and Guatemala. Alex was very communicative and helpful during the entire planning process and while we were on the trip. We have been on many trips through kimkim with local companies in different companies. There seemed to be a disconnect with this trip. Typically we have one guide for each region that spends each day with our family (from airport pickup to the last day). This guide gives us local history and lots of information. They typically provide water for our family, local snacks and keep an eye on the schedule for stopping to eat (which is important for us as we have five children). This wasn’t the case in Belize or Guatemala. The guides we did have were great! The trip was wonderful but not as seamless as we are used to with kimkim trips.
There was more than one instance where we arrived at a location (ferry, airport, etc) and the driver was no where to be found. Alex took care of things very quickly but there seemed to be a lack of communication or understanding of pick up expectations between Alex and the drivers. I would highly recommend visiting Belize and Guatemala, they are both beautiful countries.

Activity Reviews
Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley - from Ramon's Village
Hol Chan/Shark Ray Alley - from Ramon's Village
Guatemala
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Aug 18, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback and for trusting me with your family trip to Belize and Guatemala. I’m very happy to hear you had a wonderful experience overall and that you found both destinations beautiful. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the guides you met along the way and that I was able to assist whenever needed. That said, I take your comments very seriously. I completely understand how important it is, especially when traveling with children, to have... Read more

Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback and for trusting me with your family trip to Belize and Guatemala. I’m very happy to hear you had a wonderful experience overall and that you found both destinations beautiful. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the guides you met along the way and that I was able to assist whenever needed.

That said, I take your comments very seriously. I completely understand how important it is, especially when traveling with children, to have consistency with a dedicated guide in each region. Someone who can provide history and context while also taking care of the small but essential details like water, snacks, and meal breaks makes a big difference. This is something I’ll pay closer attention to when arranging future trips so that expectations are clearer and the experience feels more seamless.

I also acknowledge your concerns about pickups and the occasional disconnect with drivers. While I was glad to step in when needed, my goal is to prevent these situations from happening at all. I am already addressing these points with our trusted partners to strengthen communication and make sure transfers are smooth and stress-free. For logistical and budget reasons, we generally do not assign one guide for an entire trip, but I will be clearer about this distinction going forward so expectations are aligned from the beginning.

Your feedback is invaluable, and I truly appreciate the time you took to share it. It will help me continue to refine and improve the way I coordinate these details for future travelers.

Warm regards,
Alex

Amazing Team
Belize | Aug 3 - Aug 8, 2025

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Maria C.
Manchester, MO | Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
Amazing Team Our team made our experience unforgettable. The attention to detail, the personalization, the effort that was made to go above and beyond was noticeable at each turn. I have never experienced such committed customer service as our team anticipated our every need and made sure to support and enhance our experience at every turn. I could not be more impressed with the team we had with us the entire trip. A special thanks to Joel and Giani who were so attentive and so friendly... Read more

Amazing Team

Our team made our experience unforgettable. The attention to detail, the personalization, the effort that was made to go above and beyond was noticeable at each turn. I have never experienced such committed customer service as our team anticipated our every need and made sure to support and enhance our experience at every turn. I could not be more impressed with the team we had with us the entire trip. A special thanks to Joel and Giani who were so attentive and so friendly with the children. They made sure we were all together and that no one was left behind! This included putting a child on their shoulders to hike up Pacaya Volcano!

And an even bigger thanks to Vini, who was the mastermind behind our days. Who coordinated with everyone and was the warmest, loveliest person I have ever met.

We love you Vini!!!

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Aug 23, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words! It means the world to us to know that every detail, effort, and bit of care from our entire team helped make your trip truly unforgettable. Joel and Giani will be thrilled to hear how much you appreciated their energy and attentiveness, especially with the children (and those Pacaya Volcano shoulders hahhaha). And Vini, of course, will be super happy to read your message; he's warmth and dedication are at the heart of what makes... Read more

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words! It means the world to us to know that every detail, effort, and bit of care from our entire team helped make your trip truly unforgettable.

Joel and Giani will be thrilled to hear how much you appreciated their energy and attentiveness, especially with the children (and those Pacaya Volcano shoulders hahhaha). And Vini, of course, will be super happy to read your message; he's warmth and dedication are at the heart of what makes these experiences so special, especially with families and kids.

We feel so lucky to have been part of your community journey and can’t wait for the chance to welcome you back for another adventure, maybe Belize next time around. :)

With immense gratitude,
Alex & the Team

Last minute trip and first class experience
Guatemala | Jul 19 - Jul 22, 2025

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Miki A.
Somerville, MA | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
I booked the trip to the Antigua region at sort of the last minute, but once again Kimkim and Alex at Oldtown Outfitters came through brilliantly. Alex arranged an amazing short trip that packed in an astonishing variety of wonderful experiences in a short period of time, including a visit to Lake Atitlan, the Mayan ruins at Iximche, a cooking class, a visit to a coffee coop, and a walking tour of Antigua. Throughout the planning process, he was really responsive to my questions, and... Read more

I booked the trip to the Antigua region at sort of the last minute, but once again Kimkim and Alex at Oldtown Outfitters came through brilliantly. Alex arranged an amazing short trip that packed in an astonishing variety of wonderful experiences in a short period of time, including a visit to Lake Atitlan, the Mayan ruins at Iximche, a cooking class, a visit to a coffee coop, and a walking tour of Antigua. Throughout the planning process, he was really responsive to my questions, and flexible in arranging the trip. The airport transfers were seamless, and the hotels were excellent. Nery, my guide, was so knowledgeable, professional and nice, and overall, I just strongly recommend both visiting Antigua and working with Alex!

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo
Antigua

This is a really beautiful hotel on the grounds of a former convent. In addition to lovely rooms, the grounds contain archeological ruins, an amazing museum of pre-Colombian art that is paired with contemporary glass sculptures/pieces that reflect the themes in the pre-Colombian works (free to hotel guests!), and several other intriguing things like a spa and chocolate shop that I didn't get to try because I was too busy running around Antigua! The staff were all lovely, and the food is good. One note is that it may not be the most friendly place for mobility challenged folks, as it is quite spread out and has a lot of (short) flights of stairs between areas. But overall, I highly highly recommend it.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It's toward the edge of the old town area, so not central to it, but an easy walk to all the major sites.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 29, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind message, Miki.

Working with you was truly easy thanks to your clear and assertive communication at all times.

Nery and the entire team are very grateful for your kindness and for the openness with which you embraced our culture and everything Guatemala has to offer.

I hope the rest of your work trip in Costa Rica went smoothly, and that you’ll soon be back home to share the memories of your journey with friends and family.

Sending you a warm hug from the charming city of Antigua,
Alex

Great trip planned by Alex
Belize | Feb 20 - Feb 26, 2025

Tamara
Tamara H.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 05, 2025

We worked with Alex to plan our trip which included tours out of San Ignacio and time in Caye Caulker. When our trip was delayed by a day, Alex was able to move our reservations to accommodate so that we didn't miss out on any of our planned tours. The drivers and tour guides that we had were all great. They arrived on time and were very knowledgeable on the information related to the tours.

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Mar 06, 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Tamara! I’m so glad we were able to adjust your plans smoothly so you and Jason didn’t miss out on any part of your trip. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your time in San Ignacio and Caye Caulker and that our partners and drivers helped make your journey seamless and informative.

It was a pleasure working with you, and I truly appreciate your trust in me. If you ever plan another adventure to Guatemala maybe, I’d love to help make it just as memorable!

Best regards,
Alex