As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Antigua is famous for its well-preserved Spanish Baroque-influenced architecture, with buildings that date back to the 16th and 17th centuries. Throw in a majestic backdrop (the city is surrounded by three volcanoes), enduring artisan traditions, some of the world’s best coffee, and a thriving art scene, and you can easily see why it’s a growing tourist destination.

Giselle Macdonald is the Founder and Creative Director of Nada Duele, a Guatemalan purpose-led lifestyle brand focusing on sustainable home goods and accessories. Based between Guatemala City and Antigua, she works collaboratively with master artisans across Guatemala to create unique, functional and long-lasting objects, ensuring craft preservation and job creation in the region.

We get it, the old-fashioned concept of group travel conjures up a certain image. Here’s why our signature style of small group travel is anything but what you’d imagine.