Colorful, hand-made Guatemalan apron presented to travelers during a community-led culinary tour in Antigua, symbolizing cultural connection and artisan support
A Mayan cook shares laughter and tradition with travelers during a hands-on culinary workshop, passing down ancient recipes with heart and heritage.
A heartwarming group photo capturing the joy of cultural exchange — travelers and their Maya hosts pause to celebrate a day of cooking, laughter, and shared tradition.
Martsam Travel weaves community-led culinary tours into Guatemala vacation packages, blending food, culture, and local connection.
Sharing a meal with locals is one of the most powerful ways to connect with a culture — it's how stories, traditions, and real human connections come to life.— LiLy Martinez | General Director
ANTIGUA GUATEMALA, SACATEPEQUEZ, GUATEMALA, April 15, 2025 /
EINPresswire.com/ -- A new wave of cultural travel experiences is taking root in Guatemala. Travelers are engaging directly with local communities through immersive, community-led culinary tours. Designed in collaboration with Mayan hosts, these hands-on experiences combine food, storytelling, and cultural preservation.
A recent program brought a group of international travelers to Antigua's vibrant central market, where local guides introduced ingredients and culinary traditions passed down through generations. Guests were then welcomed into a family-run colonial kitchen to participate in a cooking workshop, learning to prepare dishes like tamales and traditional stews using ancestral techniques.
The workshops are part of a larger initiative to support Indigenous women and local artisans through sustainable tourism. As a gesture of solidarity, each traveler received a colorful, hand-sewn apron produced by a Maya family-owned sewing cooperative, contributing to the local economy and recognizing traditional craftsmanship.
"This isn't just about tasting food; it's about understanding where it comes from and who preserves these traditions," said one participant.
In addition to Antigua, the travelers explored cultural and ecological sites, including Tikal National Park and nearby communities in the Petén region. These experiences are part of Martsam Travel's broader effort to create responsible
Guatemala vacation packages that connect travelers to local heritage and support community well-being.
Martsam Travel plans to expand these immersive culinary tours as part of its evolving Guatemala vacation packages, focused on authentic culture, regenerative practices, and community collaboration.
Benedicto Griajalva
Martsam Travel
+1 305-395-3935
info@martsam.com
Visit us on social media:
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
A Mayan cook shares laughter and tradition with travelers during a hands-on culinary workshop, passing down ancient recipes with heart and heritage.
A heartwarming group photo capturing the joy of cultural exchange — travelers and their Maya hosts pause to celebrate a day of cooking, laughter, and shared tradition.