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LEFT: A suite living room at El Convento Boutique Hotel in La Antigua THIS PHOTO: The balcony in a suite at Palacio de Doña Leonor Boutique Hotel affords a view of La Antigua many Americans visit here to learn Spanish. Antigua can also boast that it has hosted such international conventions as the International Development Bank World Convention and the International Olympic Committee Meeting. Perhaps the best hotel in Guatemala is Palacio de Doña Leonor Boutique Hotel (www. palaciodeleonor.com) in Antigua, about 45 minutes from Guatemala City’s airport. All the rooms are suites and offer different decor and ambiance. They all have painted decorations on the walls and ceilings, but the Master Suite Don Pedro ranks as the best. The room faces one of the main streets of Antigua, with a view of a cathedral and plaza from the private balcony of the suite. It also comes with a lounge area with a fireplace and a wood-crafted bed. The rate for this room starts at $375. Agents may contact Hotel Manager Rodrigo Gereda (info@ palaciodeleonor.com, 502-7832-2281). Another great property is Casa Encantada (www.casaencantada-antigua.com). This hotel is best suited for couples and is located about 40 minutes from the airport. The best room is known simply as The Suite. It has a Jacuzzi and is on the roof of the hotel, offering the best view of Antigua. Rates start at $240. Agents can call 866-837-8900 for more information. El Convento Boutique Hotel (www.elcon ventoantigua.com) is another great property for clients. Its 14 suites are divided into three different types: six Junior Suites, six general Suites and two Grand Suites. The best room is Los Caballeros, a grand suite that starts at $300. We were told the best way to book reservations is by e-mailing reservations@elconventoantigua. com. Agents can also contact Teresa Monroy, sales manager (tmon roy@elconventoantigua. com, 502-7832-0202). promotes and sells travel to all parts of the world, as well as within Guatemala. It belongs to various international travel associations, such as American Express Travel Service Representative for Guatemala, the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association and IATA. It offers a 10 percent commission on rack rates. Agents can contact Mark Rogers, the general manager (info@clarktours. com.gt, 502-2412-4751). Getting There The main airport is Guatemala City’s La Aurora International Airport. Carriers departing from the U.S. include American Airlines (www. aa.com), Delta Air Lines (www.delta.com), Continental Airlines (www.continental.com), U.S. Airways (www.usairways.com), United Airlines (www.united.com) and Taca Regional Airlines (www.tacaregional.com). I Tour Operator Info Your clients will need a tour operator in Guatemala for transportation. Perhaps the best is Clark Tours (www.clarktours.com.gt). Its Inbound Division is composed of a multi-lingual staff that works closely with clients, as well as promoting and selling Guatemala in all major markets of the globe. Its Outbound Division CONNECTING YOU Sending clients to Guatemala? Get more information at www.travelagentcentral.com/central-south-america May 12, 2008 TravelAgent | 45 http://www.elconventoantigua.com http://www.elconventoantigua.com http://www.palaciodeleonor.com http://www.palaciodeleonor.com http://www.aa.com http://www.delta.com http://www.aa.com http://www.continental.com http://www.usairways.com http://www.united.com http://www.tacaregional.com http://www.clarktours.com.gt http://www.casaencantada-antigua.com http://www.travelagentcentral.com/central-south-america

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Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor From the Publisher Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure Pacific Northwest: Airplane Buffs and Wine Aficionados Enjoy Washington Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars Central & South America: History and Culture Beckon in Guatemala Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island Cruises: A New Musical is Making Waves on Disney Wonder San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy Rail Travel: Sightseeing and a Gourmet Meal on the Royal Livingstone Express Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium Agent: Eric Ardolino has Won the Technology War Customer Relations: Ensemble Agents use CRM tools Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar Luxury Travel Expo Jamaica Will License Casinos Enormous Cruise Ships are Planned ResortQuest Hawaii Continues to Grow 2008 TMU Conference Recap In the Spotlight Agent Access Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch

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