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ELL Experiences offers personalized vacation planning, streamlined business travel services, and EL Empathy Experiences in Guatemala, making us your one-stop shop for travel that inspires, educates, and delivers.

08/08/2025

When people ask me what my favorite part of our Guatemala trip is, I always respond with the people of Guatemala. To honor them, we will have a series of posts highlighting a few of the individuals who make our trip special.

I met Gustavo on my first trip when I participated in class at Nuestro Futuro as a student, and I have seen him multiple times since. He loves learning languages and helping others (like me). I hope you enjoy getting to know him a little bit from my interview with him.

We just completed our first Tikal extension! The UNESCO World Heritage Site known as “Maya Manhattan” is truly an incred...
07/17/2025

We just completed our first Tikal extension! The UNESCO World Heritage Site known as “Maya Manhattan” is truly an incredible site to behold. While of course the pyramids are amazing, we also got to see some amazing wildlife including spider monkeys, howler monkeys, toucans, and elusive quetzals! Big kitties were there, but we didn’t see them.

We were able to fly from Guatemala City on a 45 min flight, followed by an easy 1.5 hr drive from the Flores airport. We returned the same day to Guatemala City after a quick stop at the island of Flores. We walked about 5 miles that day, and hiked up 2 pyramids for some killer views. It’s toasty up there, bug spray isn’t an option, and it’s not exactly ADA compliant, but otherwise 10/10 recommend!

✅ school visit  #1 ✅ cooking class✅ textile museum tour + bracelet making✅ experience a 5.7 earthquake and many smaller ...
07/10/2025

✅ school visit #1
✅ cooking class
✅ textile museum tour + bracelet making
✅ experience a 5.7 earthquake and many smaller ones + aftershocks

This has been an incredible experience with an amazing group of educators. We are all safe and well, but please send thoughts and love to the Guatamalan people affected by the earthquakes.

Amazing Antigua! 🇬🇹 Yesterday, we arrived in Antigua. We walked around, spent time in the market, had our first Spanish ...
07/08/2025

Amazing Antigua! 🇬🇹

Yesterday, we arrived in Antigua. We walked around, spent time in the market, had our first Spanish lessons, and Laura and Jennifer did their Jade class!

Panajachel ➡️ San Juan la Laguna ➡️ Santiago Atitlan ➡️ Santa Catarina PalapoYesterday was an incredible day full of bea...
07/07/2025

Panajachel ➡️ San Juan la Laguna ➡️ Santiago Atitlan ➡️ Santa Catarina Palapo

Yesterday was an incredible day full of beauty, culture, and fun! Interested in coming on a Guatemala trip in the future? Check out ellexperiences.com or message us for more details.

Day 1: Guatemala City 📍
07/05/2025

Day 1: Guatemala City 📍

07/04/2025

Suitcase: open. Passport: ready. 🌎✈️ Getting all packed up for an adventure to Guatemala — volcanoes, markets, and memories await! 🇬🇹✨ Packing can cause a lot of anxiety and chaos, but thanks to Robin’s list, packing for the trip was clear and easy!

Teachers and other public service employees, don’t miss out on these discount tickets to splash country!!
06/24/2025

Teachers and other public service employees, don’t miss out on these discount tickets to splash country!!

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES APPRECIATION DAYS: As a thank you to military, first responders, teachers and more Public Employees Appreciation Days at Dollywood’s Splash Country provides qualifying guests the opportunity to buy a one-day admission ticket online for just $29.95 plus tax.

The offer can be purchased online at Dollywood.com/PublicEmployee for a limited time and is valid for use now through July 31. Members of the military, first responders, school system employees, government employees and medical employees who have verified their employment status through ID.me are eligible for the offer. Verified public employees may purchase up to six $29.95 one-day admission tickets to Dollywood’s Splash Country as part of the program.

Additionally, any of the admission tickets that are part of the Public Employees Appreciation Days may be upgraded to season passes, allowing guests to continue the fun of Dollywood’s Splash Country’s 25th anniversary season.

I get this question frequently. I RARELY charge fees for most travel. The only times I charge fees are when the commissi...
06/20/2025

I get this question frequently. I RARELY charge fees for most travel. The only times I charge fees are when the commission I will receive is not proportional to the time I spend.

For example, if you would like to only book flights, unless you book first class, I will not receive any commission, so I charge a small $10/person fee to book the flights. If the flights are made as part of a larger trip with hotel and other bookings, there won't be a fee. So what does that $10 fee get you? I analyze multiple flight carriers, dates, fare classes, etc., to ensure you are getting the best value and experience for your money.

Growing up in a family of teachers, and being a teacher myself for many years, I know the importance of staying in a travel budget and doing what you can to stretch your dollars. I will be upfront with you if my pricing is going to be meaningfully different than what you would pay if you did the trip yourself.
That being said, my prices are usually better! I booked a van rental this morning for a client and found a price that was $164 cheaper than what she had found.

All of that to say my trip prices are almost always the same, if not better, than what you can book on your own, plus you gain a trained set of eyes to help you brainstorm ideas, plan your ideal itinerary, and look for hidden gems!

Book your free consultation today, and let's plan your next getaway!

Did you know that the Beaches Resorts have achieved IBCCES Autism Certification? They are also one of the only resorts t...
06/13/2025

Did you know that the Beaches Resorts have achieved IBCCES Autism Certification? They are also one of the only resorts to have a 0-24-month kids program included with the all-inclusive rate with INA-certified nannies. If this sounds like a good fit for your family or friends, let me know!

Caribbean vacations and resorts for kids on the autism spectrum: ✓ Kids camps that are Advanced Certified Autism Centers ✓ IBCCES certified staff

Founder of ELL Experiences, Robin Nelson, had the amazing opportunity to be interviewed about why it’s important for tea...
06/11/2025

Founder of ELL Experiences, Robin Nelson, had the amazing opportunity to be interviewed about why it’s important for teachers to have empathy for their ELL students, our Empathy trips in Guatemala, and about book donations for a very special library to ELL Experiences. 📖 🌎

We strive to build empathy through putting ourselves in other’s shoes, and this was an opportunity for Robin to do the same, as she has made students do countless presentations in English and was very nervous to be interviewed in Spanish. A special thank you to ID Latina for having Robin on!!! 🥰

🎥 Entrevista Inspiradora: Robin Viaja a Guatemala para Apoyar a Maestros y Aprender Inglés 🇬🇹📚🌍En este episodio, conversamos con una mujer extraordinari...

It's no secret that we LOVE Guatemala. It's Robin's favorite place in the world! While you may not be interested in goin...
06/05/2025

It's no secret that we LOVE Guatemala. It's Robin's favorite place in the world! While you may not be interested in going on our group tours, which go at a pretty quick pace and are more tailored towards teachers, we can help you have a vacation of a LIFETIME. Stay in a 1609 convent in the center of Antigua. Hike a volcano. Explore Maya communities around Lake Atitlán by boat. Learn to weave with Kaqchikel Mayas. Relax in the hot springs. Take Spanish or K'iche lessons. Visit Maya ruins. Barter in the market. Volunteer for a day at our favorite school. Take a cooking class. Tour a coffee farm. Make a chocolate bar. Design your own jade jewelry. Or for our Lord of the Rings friends, visit Hobbitenango! Let Robin plan your trip so you can enjoy a memorable and meaningful vacation!

Want to go with Robin or one of our other guides, but you aren't a teacher? Have a group of at least 5 people on your trip, and one of our trip leaders will accompany you and your group.

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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