Growing up in Cusco, the once-great capital of the Inca Empire, I always had a passion for tourism. From my early travels to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to my master's degree in sustainable tourism, I gained a wealth of experience in the field. My visits to rural communities in the Andes, South East Asia, and Africa have reinforced my belief that people are the essence of a destination.
Committed to promoting responsible tourism, I work in destination marketing, using my expertise to drive sustainable practices and empower local communities through the transformative power of travel. Now, as I venture into social entrepreneurship, my goal is to give greater value to ancestral wisdom and build a community of responsible travelers who truly appreciate and respect them as ancestral teachers.
Thank you, Erin. We are aiming to increase the length of stay in the communities, and each stay will depend on the skill that the visitors are learning, some of the skills are easier than others. But of course, visitors will always have the chance to pr... show more
Ancestral Teachers 1 year ago
Thank you, Roslyn. Definitely, one of the goals is to involve communities and promote participation, hopefully leading to more employment opportunities. We are now focused on Peru but are planning to expand to more destinations to showcase unique experi... show more
Ancestral Teachers 1 year ago
Thank you, Maria! Indeed, one of our goals is to offer unique and transformative experiences. We believe that local communities are the heart and soul of a destination and our goal is to showcase their unique offerings and cultural heritage.
Ancestral Teachers 1 year ago
Hello! My name is Paola and I'm the person behind the initiative of 'Ancestral Teachers'. What did you think about my project? In case you have any comments and/or questions, don't hesitate to contact me directly, I'll be happy to connect!
Ancestral Teachers 1 year ago