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Join Us for a Life-Changing Trip to Guatemala

An Unforgettable Journey of Purpose

Join Innova for a rare, purpose-driven trip to Guatemala designed exclusively for our top donor partners.

You’ll receive special access to Universidad Francisco Marroquín (UFM) in Guatemala. UFM, one of Latin America’s most respected universities, for a private screening and discussion of our documentary Untethered  with UFM President, Ricardo Castillo A, Autonomous Solutions Inc. Founder & CEO, Mel Torrie, and Beeline Wheelchairs Founder and Inventor, Mark Richard of Beeline Wheelchairs.

Experience meaningful, hands-on impact as you participate in custom wheelchair fittings with children and families alongside the Beeline team.

Enjoy premium stays at the Villas de Guatemala – Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlán, Casa De La Torre, and Hotel Barceló Guatemala City –  along with curated cultural moments that highlight the heart of Guatemala and the people you’re helping uplift.

Your support fuels sustainable mobility and lasting change—and this trip shows you exactly who benefits and how your contribution makes a difference.

Your $10,000 Impact

Your contribution of $10,000 directly funds the manufacturing of wheelchairs and supports the sustainability of this philanthropic work in continuing the transformation of the lives of thousands of individuals. The gift of mobility provides independence, opens doors to education and employment, and restores dignity. During this trip, you will personally help fit and distribute these life-changing devices.

GUATEMALA DONOR TRIP

April 16–22, 2026 · Group Itinerary

Group

~20 travelers total 10 Donors  ·  5-6 Innova Staff  ·  4-5 Family

Destinations

Lake Atitlán Antigua · Guatemala City

Food Allergies

Please submit any food allergies or dietary restrictions to the trip coordinator before departure.

Schedule may be subject to change when necessary.

Day 1

April 20

Arrival + Travel to Lake Atitlán

DAY 1

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Arrival + Travel to Lake Atitlán

 

Hotel

Name:Villas de Guatemala – Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlán
Address:Calle Del Embarcadero, Santa Catarina Palopó 07011, Guatemala

 

Schedule

12:46 PMWave 1 Arrives (Hadfield family, except Jamie) – Guatemala City Airport
12:46–2:30 PM

Byron & Daniel pick up Wave 1 and stay with them near the airport

Wave 1 will wait with Byron & Daniel until the Innova group arrives — everyone will depart together

2:30 PMWave 2 Arrives (Innova staff) – Guatemala City Airport
3:30 PMFull group departs airport together for Lake Atitlán
~6:30 PMArrive Lake Atitlán – Check-in at Villa Santa Catarina
EveningWelcome dinner + personal/free time

Day 2

Thursday
April 26

Lake Atitlán — Exploration + Local Culture

Hotel

Name:

Villas de Guatemala – Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlán

 

Schedule

7:30 AM

Breakfast

Morning

Cultural exploration – villages, markets, optional boat tours

Midday

Touch point with cart purchasers (with Daniel & Genesis)

Daniel to provide photo and bio of cart purchasers ahead of this meeting

Lunch

Group lunch

Afternoon

Free time / optional activities

Evening

Dinner + donor connection time

Overnight

Lake Atitlán – Villa Santa Catarina

Day 3

Friday
April 27

Travel Day: Lake Atitlán → Antigua

Hotel

Name:

Casa De La Torre

Address:

Callejon Lemus Casa 9A, Antigua Guatemala 03001, Guatemala

 

Schedule

7:30 AM

Breakfast + donor roundtable

~8:30 AM

Check-out of Villa Santa Catarina + depart for Santo Domingo Xenacoj (~2 hr drive)

En Route

Stop for lunch on the way to Xenacoj

12:00–1:00 PM

Arrive Santo Domingo Xenacoj – meet with Innova Mova cart purchasers

Customers who have been using carts for months

~3:00–3:30 PM

Depart Xenacoj → Antigua (chicken bus ride) + explore markets

Evening

Check-in Antigua hotel

Evening

Group dinner

Overnight

Antigua

Day 4

Saturday
April 28

Antigua - Free Day

Schedule

7:30 AM

Breakfast

Mid-Morning

Optional church service + free morning to explore Antigua

~11:00 AM

Depart for Hobbitenango (optional – pre-register with Byron)

~11:30 AM–3:00 PM

Hobbitenango – lunch + ~3–3.5 hrs exploring

Pre-planning required with Byron. Those not attending can explore Antigua independently.

~4:00 PM

Back in Antigua – explore the Arch (Santa Catalina), Central Park & Cathedral

Evening

Group dinner

Overnight

Antigua

 

Note: Optional excursions (e.g. Hobbitenango, others) must be pre-planned with Byron. Best to provide the group with options ahead of time.



Day 5

Sunday
April 29

BeeLine Site Visit + Travel to Guatemala City

Hotel

Name:

Hotel Barceló Guatemala City

Address:

7A Avenida 15-45, Ciudad de Guatemala 01009, Guatemala

Schedule

7:30 AM

Breakfast – check out of Casa De La Torre & depart for BeeLine

Must be checked out and leaving by 7:00 AM to arrive in time for the factory tour and fittings

8:00 AM

Arrive BeeLine – begin factory tour

Mid-Morning

Innova/BeeLine overview presentation

Late Morning

Meet the children

Late Morning

Wheelchair fittings

Lunch

Lunch

Afternoon

Travel to Guatemala City

Evening

Check-in Barceló + donor dinner

Overnight

Guatemala City – Hotel Barceló

Note: Confirmed visit flow: Check out & leave hotel @ 7:30 → Factory tour @ 8:00 AM → Innova/BeeLine overview → Meet children → Wheelchair fittings. Coordinate final timing with Mark.

Day 6

Monday
April 30

UFM Site Visit + Film Premiere & VIP Event

Hotel

Name:

Hotel Barceló Guatemala City

 

Note: Daniel will be at UFM in the morning for preparations. Group arrives after midday..

 

Schedule

7:30 AM

Breakfast (time flexible – pending UFM arrival time)

Morning

Free time — hotel facilities, rest, or optional visit to Ciudad Cayala (White City)

Lunch

Lunch (group will need to be together or will be on their own for lunch)

After Midday

Group reconvenes at hotel

3:30 PM

UFM campus tour begins

Evening

Pre-screening preparations + Untethered Film Premiere & VIP Event

Overnight

Guatemala City — Hotel Barceló



Day 7

Tuesday
May 1

Departures — Guatemala City

Hotel

Name:

Hotel Barceló Guatemala City

 

Departures

6:15 AM

Innova team departs to airport

1:46 PM

Jerilyn departs to airport

Remaining

Daniel stays at Barceló with the Hadfields. Michael, Teresa & Byron return to Antigua.

Note

Jamie departs April 23 at midnight – Daniel will take her to the airport.

 

Schedule (Remaining Group)

7:30 AM

Breakfast

Morning

Guatemala City cultural exploration – markets, museums, etc.

Lunch

Lunch

Afternoon

Free time / optional meetings

Evening

Farewell dinner + closing reflections

 

Note: Get with Daniel to coordinate plans for the remaining group on Day 7. Jamie departs April 23 at midnight — Daniel will take her.

Day 8

Wednesday
May 2

Final Departures

Departures

12:00 AM

Jamie departs (carried over from April 22 night) – Daniel driving

Morning

Breakfast

By 11:00 AM

Check out of Hotel Barceló

~11:00 AM

Depart for airport – Daniel driving Jenny’s family

1:46 PM

Jenny’s family flight departs

Luxury Accommodations & Breathtaking Sights

Rest and reflect in comfort while exploring the stunning landscapes and rich history of Guatemala.

Villas de Guatemala - Villa Santa Catarina, Lake Atitlán, Casa De La Torre, and Hotel Barceló Guatemala City

Your luxurious home base in beautiful Guatemala City, offering world-class amenities, destinations  and comfort.

Historic Antigua & Hobbitenengo

Wander through colonial-era streets, vibrant markets, and stunning ruins in this UNESCO city.

Beeline Facility

See where the magic happens and meet the dedicated team assembling our life-changing wheelchairs.

Ready to Join Us?

This is more than a trip; it’s a chance to create a legacy of mobility and hope. Spaces are limited for this exclusive experience.

To reserve your spot or for more information, please contact:

Michael Thompson

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