This year, you have the opportunity to join artist Christa Davis and explore the beauty and splendor of Guatemala. Discover some of the world’s most inspiring settings… the many layered textures and colors of Guatemala are an artist’s heaven and a traveler’s dream. The people and the culture will weave their way into your heart as you explore the ruins of the early Maya civilizations and the small villages where the indigenous population live, speak, dress and practice their religion as they did hundreds of years ago. The markets, the feel of Spanish Colonial, and the colorful countryside will all make you want to return again and again.
We stay at the most unique, luxurious hotels and dine on the finest cuisine (including the “typical” indigenous fare); travel the country in first class motor coaches with the best drivers and guides (all connected by cell phone and radios); comfortable seats, lots of room and viewing windows are the order of the day. Visit the “must see” as well as private venues that are not seen or experienced by others.
About the artist
Christa (Vinyard) Davis, known for her welcoming encouraging and easy going teaching style has been a popular online and in-person workshop instructor in Arizona for over 5 years and has taught thousands to paint in person and online via Skillshare.com. Christa provides detailed and relaxed step-by-step instructions and breaks down her painting lessons into basic achievable goals that even the very beginner painter can accomplish with confidence. Our days are fun, relaxed and informative with time for reflection and even space built into the workshops for some art therapy, for those who struggle with stress or anxiety.
Explore color theory & composition ideas. Get out of your comfort zone and let go of perfection in your work. There will be demos, hand-outs, and one-on-one personal attention as well as free time to just be in the creative moment and paint whatever your heart desires.
We will experience the healing qualities that travel and art can provide through a therapeutic art exercise that will remind us that beauty can come from life’s messes; leaving us feeling refreshed, light, less stressed, content and hopeful for a brighter future. Visit her website here.
Cost: $3,500 Single Supplement: $740
Our Travel Itinerary
July 7th - 17th, 2024
Sunday, July 7th
Monday, July 8th
Tuesday, July 9th
Wednesday, July 10th
Thursday, July 11th
Friday, July 12th
Saturday, July 13th
Sunday, July 14th
Monday, July 15th
Tuesday, July 16th
Wednesday, July 17th
Arrival in Guatemala City
Guatemala City museum and travel to Antigua
Paint with Christa at the Hotel Casa Santo Domingo
Paint in the ruins of Convento Santa Clara
Paint throughout the cobbled streets of Antigua
Travel to beautiful Lake Atitlán
Visit the villages surrounding Lake Atitlán by boat
Explore the markets of Chichicastenango
Enjoy Panajachel and painting at the Hotel Atitlán
Depart Atitlán and return to Guatemala City
International flights home
You can download a full version of the itinerary, complete with times and detailed descriptions of each destination here.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
*All activities are subject to change
*Before you register, please read Explore Amazing Places Terms and Conditions
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Payment Details
Included in your Art Workshop/Tour: 11 days, 10 nights at unique luxury and five star hotels ▪ most meals per itinerary, including tips ▪ hotel baggage handling and driver gratuities ▪ deluxe motor coaches/private boat ▪ excursions/entrance fees per itinerary ▪ Workshop Tuition
NOT Included: ▪ Airfare from your hometown to Guatemala ▪ Art supplies ▪ Airport baggage handling tips (we recommend $2 per bag) ▪ Alcohol or any personal room charges ▪ any newly implemented airport security or exit taxes
Cost: $3500 (Double occupancy) Single Supplement: $740
A $500 deposit is required to confirm registration
Explore Amazing Places prefers payment to be made by check. You may make the $500 per person deposit*, pay your Balance Due, or pay the full amount for your tour by sending checks:
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20553 W Legend Trail
Buckeye, AZ 85396
*If you are registering 120 days or less prior to the departure date of your tour, you must pay for the trip in FULL, rather than a $500 deposit.
If you prefer to pay by credit card, please use the link below to email us and we will send you information on payment details through Pay Pal. Explore Amazing Places was previously known as Explore Guatemala. All payment references are listed under the previous company’s title. Rest assured, your payment will be received by Explore Amazing Places.
