In grad school, I studied Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development. I took groups of students to Mali and Guinea to study dance in its cultural context. I didn’t think “I’m a travel planner and a tour guide.” I just wanted to share an incredible experience with people who might not be comfortable going on their own or know HOW to get there.

Since then, I’ve traveled and taken groups to Cuba and Belize, and along the way realized that it’s my mission to share the histories, stories and passions of real people all over the world who are working to build a small business to support their families — people who are trying to maintain their culture and sustain their communities. Are you ready to go?