The LANDED Podcast
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LANDED creates tailor-made journeys throughout Central America, South America, and the Antarctic. We’re devoted to exploring these regions—searching out exceptional experiences and locations for our clients.
The LANDED podcast profiles some of our favorite places and brings you conversations with friends we’ve made along the way—explorers, artists, and visionaries. Subscribe and share.
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Discovering the Chilean Lakes District with Rodrigo Vera
In this episode of the LANDED podcast, we talk with Chilean adventurer Rodrigo “Negro” Vera and discuss the many possibilities the Chilean lakes district has to offer for adventure enthusiasts. Rodrigo Vera is a man […]
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Sustainability & Social Change with Reyna Oleas and Roberto Plaza
In this episode of the LANDED podcast, we talk with our Galapagos friends and Ecuadorian power couple Reyna Oleas and Roberto Plaza who devoted their talents to the Galapagos sustainability and conservation. Located in Santa […]
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Gabriel Saragovia’s Costa Rican Eco-Sanctuary Journey
Join us as we traverse the lush, untamed landscapes of Costa Rica with Gabriel Saragovia, the visionary behind Rio Perdido. Gabriel, a Colombian native with a rich family history of migration and resilience, shares his […]
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Michelin Stars & Social Change with Juan Manuel Barrientos
In this episode of the LANDED podcast, we had the pleasure of having an enriching conversation with the gastronomic genius and philanthropist, Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos from El Cielo Restaurant. Known fondly as ‘Juanma’, he […]
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Pioneering Ecotourism in Peru with Jose Koechlin
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jose Koechlin, Inkaterra's founder, about ecotourism, biodiversity, and his ambitious conservation projects in Peru.
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Senator Bill Frist – The Nature Conservancy
Explore Senator Bill Frist's journey in conservation & global health. Discover groundbreaking initiatives by The Nature Conservancy & his commitment to a better world.
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Celine Frers – Photography in Patagonia
Join us as we explore the Patagonian country life through the lens of Argentinian photographer Céline Frers. From her creative process to her experiences in this wild region, we cover it all.
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Camilo Garcia – Colombia’s Coffee Triangle
In this episode of the LANDED podcast we speak with Camilo Garcia, our favorite tour guide in Colombia. He is an avid learner, a caring host, and a genuinely happy soul.
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Nicolas Di Costanzo – Chalten Camp
A conversation with Nicolas Di Costanzo from Chalten Camp, in which we discuss other definitions of luxury, the magnetism of El Chalten, dreams, and how to brew the perfect mate.
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Marcelo Toledo
A conversation with the Argentinian silversmith Marcelo Toledo in which we discuss art as a life path, his creative process, and what Buenos Aires means to him.
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Cayuga: Hans Pfister
In this conversation with Hans Pfister, co-founder of Cayuga Collection in Central America, we discuss the triple-bottom-line objectives of luxury eco-lodges, the role of sustainable tourism in environmental conservation, and how to tell if a [&he...
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Eolo: Valentin Virasoro
Imagine yourself on a journey. You’re in a raw, wild landscape. Multi-colored granite peaks and glacial blue lakes line the horizon. The scale of the scenes before you is epic —amplified, intensified, mythic. It’s familiar, […]
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VIK Retreats: Max Broquen
Maximiliano (Max) Broquen is my Argentine brother. On the long list of People in Latin America to Whom I Wish I Were Related, Max is topmost. I admire his character, vision, temperament, and commitment.
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Galapagos Safari Camp: Stephanie Bonham-Carter
Stephanie and Michael reside in Turbach, Switzerland with their two children. We spoke with Stephanie while she was in Quito, overseeing Galapagos Safari Camp's head office. Stephanie and Michael take their Galapagos stewardship seriously...
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Facon: Martin Bustamante
Martin Bustamante is the creator and curator of Facon, his singular shop in the Chacarita neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Facon is a treasure trove of Argentine heritage and craftsmanship. Learn about his story...
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Islas Secas: Andrey Gomez
Andrey Gomez is at the top of his game. After more than 25 years as a general manager at top-tier retreats in Costa Rica and Nicaragua, Andrey was named Managing Director of Islas Secas—Panama’s premier […]
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Peruvian Chocolate: AJ Wildey & El Cacaotal
American expat AJ Wildey shares her love for Peruvian chocolate with the world. Learn about her story from her perspective in this episode of the LANDED Podcast.
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Boena Lodges
Luz and Roberto are the team behind Boena—a collection of iconic wilderness lodges in Costa Rica. Learn about their story from their perspective in this podcast.
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Sailing Peru’s Amazon: Aqua Expeditions
I’ve been coming to the Amazon for more than 20 years, and it continually surprises. The wildlife, the weather, the seasons make each visit unique and special. On this trip, I was welcomed aboard the […]
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The Magic of Ibitipoca
Ibitipoca is part social experiment, part environmental restoration project, appropriately seasoned with simple comforts and genuine pleasures. After days of rest, riding, paddle boarding, waterfall showers, and exploring, I sat down with Ibitipoc...
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Galapagos Travel Pioneer
Dolores Gangotena de Diez, along with her husband Eduardo Diez, founded Quasar Expeditions in 1986. Their mission was to show the world why the Galapagos was a global treasure, not just another fishing ground and […]
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Argentina & Chile: Awasi Lodges
Matias de Cristobal is the Director General of Awasi. He’s also a member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of Relais & Chateaux, and a Board Member of the W Hotel in Santiago, […]
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Coppola Hideaways in Belize & Guatemala
Francis Ford Coppola is widely regarded as one of the best directors in the history of cinema; a 2002 Sight & Sound readers’ poll put him at #4, and the critic’s poll listed him at […]
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Uxua Casa & Hotel Trancoso, Brazil
Bob Shevlin is a true character. In person, he’s the definition of cool: “cool doesn’t say much, but it knows what to say.” He’s a creative genius, but he’s humble and a little camera shy. […]
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Antarctica: An Explorer’s View
Sunniva, or Sunny, is a polar explorer, fundraiser, motivational speaker, and friend. Although she’s disarmingly friendly and self-effacing, Sunny has jaw-dropping resilience and strength. In 1993, as part of a historic four-woman expedition, she ...
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Petit Miribel – Sacred Valley, Peru
In this episode Marie Helene (Petit) Miribel tells us about the origins of Sol y Luna, a Relais & Chateaux boutique hotel in Urubamba, Peru that provides education for over 200 children in the Sacred […]
