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GUATEMALA "I enjoyed Guatemala immensely, and enjoyed our group, but particularly your company, humor and spirit. You are, as Cece had told me in advance, bigger than life (she is referring to spirit not girth, so relax!). The memories are with us every day, great memories, of music, street life, warm-hearted people, processions, colors, materials, masks (we brought home 4, including the famous Tikal mask, my one impulse purchase) vases, bowls, slingshots, etc... And thanks for your leadership of our colorful huipile, jade and gem-studded past week in Guatemala. Memories of a lifetime. Your trip fans and devotees, now part of Cece's and my network of friends for life, know me perhaps as the one who played his Irish whistle near the top of Picaya, as we sat, caught our breath, and surveyed the volcanic panorama, and as the flautist who answered the early morning chorus of turf-protecting howler monkey's in Tikal. Back home, 3am this morning, I couldn't resist unpacking and playing the incredible quena I happened to find among the many dozens I tried in Guatemala markets. For Cece it was the markets, the colors of vegetables and clothing, the slingshot carvings. For me it was the masks, and even more, this uniquely beautiful sounding quena I happened to find, that made my trip... The best of the world is discovered in music, poetry and art in all its expressions (people, language, clothing, jewelry, hieroglyphics, architecture.) You bring all of that into our lives. Thank you Buz, not just for recharging Cece's spirit and mine, but for letting us into your world: adventure-travel friends, poetry of unique cultures, indelible memories... I salute you." Bill Morse
"It was such a incredible experience for both Kelly and myself especially being Buz rookies. The trip was amazing and the people even more amazing.” The Olingers
“The Maya Guatemala trip was an exotic adventure in the comfort of quick friends – a sensual picnic of frijoles and beer, panflute music and Español, honeysuckle scented courtyards and terraced fields of calla lilies, markets filled with rainbow colors and beautiful children, a rough touch of Vulcan Aqua for us amateur climbers, and the roar of Howler Monkeys amidst pyramids in the jungle of Tikal. The week felt like a month because we experienced so much. Otra más anytime, por favor!” Vicki Hendricks
"Thanks for a wonderful trip to Guatemala! I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect; and, frankly, everything exceeded my expectations (as to food, accommodations, and ease of travel!!. My friends have commented as to how "energized" I seem to be when speaking of this week's itinerary... especially, the Howler Monkeys at Tikal, and our pre-sunrise visit to the excavations when we were the only (visible?) upright moving species, totally at one with the elements of nature and the incredible evidence of a centuries- old civilization. Therefore, your description of Peru sounds like the next (or prequel) "step". Tell me more! Con mucho complemento!" Gayle Wirtz
"Tikal was not the only amazing thing about the trip. It seemed that everywhere we traveled there was beauty and tranquility with both the people and surroundings. It was, by far, one of my most cherished trips, and I have been on all seven continents." Dennis Salvagio
"I’ve seen the ruins at Tikal and climbed to the top of an active volcano. I wonder what will be next!" Martha Tennyson
"Great trip from start to finish. Food, shopping, history, scenery: 4-star!" Jon Box
"A good and varied introduction to the colorful country. Good food, hotels, people, ambience." Eliane Norman
"Best group sex with 28 short but equipped Guatamaltecos I’ve had in years! A feast for the senses!" Lisa Bates "I enjoyed my first organized trip with Americans. Everything was perfect. Merci pour tout." Suzanne Bourette
"Delightful trip. Antigua was great. Tikal - awesome. Plenty to eat and introduction to B-52s and Heradura. I’m sorry Anita didn’t go; perhaps next time. I’d love to go again and climb the volcano too." Harold Watsky
"The Jungle Dogs trip was fantastic. The country is beautiful. Antigua fascinating, and has great shopping. The indigina seem to be a kind and gentle people. I enjoyed watching them, particularly with their children. I made new friends and fun was had by all. I’ll never forget Tikal and the wedding." Marilyn Greenberg
"Great trip. Antigua is charming and I was in Heaven at the ChiChi market; people, incense, etc. reminded me of Lhasa or Kathmandu. Accommodations were wonderful… The group was great and I would surely be happy to come back. A great trip for the money." Ruth Smith
"Guatemala is a wonderful surprise – the country is beautiful and the people warm & friendly. The trip was organized with just the right amount of structure & freedom. Our hotels were charming and comfortable and the places we visited, delightful." John Hughes
"My 1st trip with Buz was most memorable. Of course getting married in Tikal was an experience of a lifetime. …Climbing Volcan Agua one day – relaxing in a Jacuzzi after a body massage the next day! I hope to experience many more Condor Adventures! Thanks Buz!" Joanie Hargrave
"One of the most pleasant surprises was that we were not tourists on a tourist treadmill… We felt welcomed by the Guatemalans… a lovely people. Buz’s guidance, etc. made us adjust and feel comfortable right away. And his suggestions & advice along the way were perfect and never failed us. Great adventure! Not just a trip or tour." Nancy Hughes
"Fun people + great locations = Condor Adventure! It is such a pleasure to travel to different and exotic places knowing you have a capable and experienced guide such as El Condor. You are sure to see and experience wonderful sights and at times feel as though you are back in a different era… This trip with Buz, my 2nd, was especially memorable since my wife and I were married on top of Temple II in Tikal. If you want to walk just a little left of center, a Condor Adventure is what you need." Robert F. Hargrave |