Karen González
I am an entrepreneur who loves Guatemala, its culture and enjoys meeting new people from around the world. I was raised and born in a small town on the Pacific Coast of Guatemala but moved to Antigua 20 plus years ago and simply fell in love with the beauty of Antigua.
Together with my husband, I started a small business in the hospitality industry 5 years ago and since then the passion for connecting with people has been there. I feel lucky to have the opportunity to work with Old Town knowing all the excellence and quality of customer service it has. When Matt offered me the chance to join the team my immediate reaction was Let’s do it!
I feel grateful and excited to be part of the Old Town team because of their work experience and excellence working with local guides and bringing new opportunities to explore for the tourists.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Family trips, outdoor experiences in Guatemala."
How did you get involved in travel?
"My fist job was in tourism when I was 18 years old and passion never disappeared. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I have had several experiences that I will never forget but one of the many and remarkable ones I think is hiking the Tajumulco Volcano which is the highest mountain in Central America. It is an opportunity to connect with your physical condition but also with your mind while you are feeling sore, maybe a bit dizzy or cold and you're thinking why I am here but also when you reach the peak the feelings are everything is worth it. "
Karen's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Guatemala's climate is as varied as its terrain—from tropical rainforest in the Maya biosphere and the hot and humid coastlines to the temperate highlands. As a general rule,...
Taste Guatemalan specialties, learn about Maya history, and get outdoors on this 13-day adventure, starting with a street food tour of Antigua and a nature hike and weaving...
Recent trip reviews for Karen
Good trip
Guatemala
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May 20 - May 28, 2026
I will make sure to inform the hotel about the broken chairs. I'm also happy to hear that you enjoyed the activities, tours, transportation, and had the opportunity to get to know our wonderful guides along the way. I sincerely hope to welcome you back to Guatemala in the near future.... Read more
Hospitality, kindness and patience.
Guatemala
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May 20 - May 28, 2026
Juli - our guide
Don Manuel - our driver
El Mono (Erwin) - Pacaya guide
Fernando and Oliverio!!!!
Karen worked with me and my sister about what we wanted to do and was very accommodating. I like change my trip itinerary like probably 5 to 6 different times but she was very patient and I told her what my budget was and she worked with me. She provided pretty much everything for me and spoke with me on WhatsApp to make sure... Read more
Sammi,
It was truly wonderful getting to know you and your sister! during your time in Guatemala. I honestly hope that the next time you visit, we can share an adventure together and hike one of our beautiful volcanoes! Acatenango is in the bucket list.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and for your kind words. Your feedback is greatly appreciated it to us and inspires our team to continue creating memorable and meaningful experiences for our travelers. Until next time, my friend.
Hasta la próxima, amiga.