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Discover Guatemala: Active Volcanoes, Award-winning Gastronomy and 3,000-years of Maya History
Episode 9
Thursday, 27 November, 2025
For a small country, Guatemala packs a big punch. With a Maya history that dates back 3,000-years, a strong Indigenous culture, and an abundance of nature experiences, we think Guatemala should be on the list of any serious traveller. From the volcano lined Lake Atitlán, to the extensive rainforest of the Maya Biosphere Reserve and the vibrant capital, Guatemala City, in today’s episode we are taking the road less travelled into the heart of this Central American beauty. Highlights include:Exploring the world wonder of Tikal and its Maya ruins, listening to Howler Monkeys from the top of 3,000-year-old temples.Learn why Guatemala is home to some of one of the best food scenes in Central America, from some of the finest coffee and rum in the world to Indigenous-inspired dishes served in world-class restaurants.Climb active volcanoes to watch rivers of lava flow beside your feet. You can even eat lava-fired pizza on the way down!Discover the serene beauty of Lake Atitlán, sacred to Maya people.Joining host Aaron Millar today is former CNN reporter and TV presenter Harris Whitbeck, the current Director of INGUAT (Guatemalan Institute of Tourism).FIND OUT MORE: visitguatemala.gt/en/BOOK YOUR TRIPLet Latin Routes craft your perfect Guatemalan adventure. To find out moreor book your Truly Individual holiday, visit latinroutes.co.uk/destinations/guatemala/or call 020 8546 6222 to speak to a Latin America Travel Specialist.RECOMMENDED ITINERARIESHighlights of Guatemala: 8 nights from £4,399 per person, based on two people sharing (2025departures). Includes all flights, accommodation, selected meals, guided excursions, and transfers. Fully ATOL protected.Guatemala Explorer: 11 nights from £6,199 per person, based on two people sharing (2025departures). Comprehensive of all flights, accommodation, select meals, guided excursions, transfers, and full ATOL protection.WANDERLUST: OFF THE PAGETake the road less travelled with us and subscribe to the show so you never miss an adventure! WANDERLUST MAGAZINEWanderlust is the UK’s leading independent travel magazine which has been taking the road less travelled since 1993. Find out more at wanderlustmagazine.comBecome a Wanderlust Club Member to join our community of serious travellers for just £35 a year (or about $50). This will get you six beautiful collectible issues, exclusive member- only competitions and events, access to our entire online archive back to 2010, and heaps of other benefits.CREDITSThis episode was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Lyn Hughes and Laura Field introduce the show. Aaron Millar is the interviewer and script editor. Audio production by Charles Tyrie.
