| Career | That dream led me to a career in tourism, where I have worked for the past 15 years. I started from scratch, working as a waitress, receptionist, and housekeeper to fund my university education and my first trips through South America and Europe. Through discipline, hard work, vision, and perseverance, I earned a scholarship in 2018 for an exchange program in Germany. Later, in 2022, I was selected as a young entrepreneur for an academic exchange at the INTI Institute in Argentina. |
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| Guiding | In recent years, my experience as a German-speaking guide has allowed me to travel extensively throughout Colombia, giving me a deep understanding of the challenges faced by emerging destinations. That journey eventually brought me to WhereNext DMC. |
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| Today | After exploring so much of our country, what I value most are the smiles of the local people, the very individuals who stand at the forefront of tourism, yet are often the last to benefit from its value chain. Today, as Operations Coordinator, I work hand in hand with local communities to help dignify their work while creating unforgettable experiences for our travelers. |
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| Agritourism | Inspired by my studies at the University of Cauca, I partnered with my family to create a women-led agritourism project that now benefits around 10 local families in the rural communities southwest of Popayán. |
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| Popayán | Although I have traveled to many parts of the world, my heart and my home remain in Popayán. I warmly invite you to discover its colonial architecture, rich culinary traditions, vibrant gastronomy, Indigenous communities, and extraordinary biodiversity. Our region is home to more than 1,000 species of birds and protects the headwaters of Colombia’s most important river systems. |
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