Connections

Podcast & Interviews

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In these interviews and podcasts, you’ll meet some of those partners and contacts: friends who embody the spirit of these exceptional destinations.

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Nicolas Sahli

LANDED Podcast 035 Nicolas Sahli – Founder of The Singular Hotels Nicolas Sahli is one of the founders of The Singular Hotels. With his father, Felipe, they have created two of Chile’s standout properties: The Singular Santiago and The Singular Patagonia. “Growing[...]

The Power of Moments in Patagonia

Lilo Gari puts it this way, “Patagonia has always been what makes me happy.” Lilo was born in the Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. He’s been living in Bariloche for the past nine years. It’s a place where he spent every summer growing[...]

Simon Heyes

Simon Heyes is an ace of Latin American travel—the final boss, the old gaffer. Simon fell head over heels for Latin America back in the early 90’s. He’s been a guide throughout the Andes—from Colombia to Chile.[...]

Sebastian Correa

Sebastián Correa Ehlers is Vice President of Explorations & Land Management at Explora. He leads exploration programs and expeditions across South America, and in emerging destinations such as Iceland.[...]

Ignacio Masias

Born in the Cordillera Blanca region of central Peru, Ignacio Masias is a visionary hotelier, deeply rooted in the landscapes and cultures of the Andes.[...]

Prince Joao Henrique of Brazil

Educated in photography and business, João Henrique is a photographer, with about a dozen books capturing the landscapes and people of Brazil, Polynesia, Southeast Asia, and Africa. We discussed one of these books, Olhar de Joao, which highlights his time with 1978[...]

Uncovering the Inca Trail with Guido Huaman Serrano

Ghetto Huaman Serrano is a native of Cusco, and a natural as a guide. He’s been scrambling around the Peruvian Andes for decades, leading expeditions on through the Sacred Valley and along remote stretches of the Inca Trail. Recently, I organized a[...]

Cartagena’s Vibrant Culinary Scene

Cartagena boasts one of South America’s most dynamic and flavorful food scenes. Each year, new culinary delights emerge, reflecting the city’s rich tradition, skill, and innovation. In this episode, the focus shifts to Cartagena’s culinary creators.[...]

The magic of Patagonia with Gonzalo Sanchez

In this episode of the LANDED podcast, we talk with guide, teacher, and historian Gonzalo Sanchez who devotes his life to the natural and cultural treasures of Patagonia. Gonzalo Sanchez is Estancia Cerro Guido’s mouthpiece—its chief evangelist to the outside world. He’s[...]

Adventure in Chile’s Lake 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 of the mountains. Born in Santiago, Chile,[...]

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 Cruz’s highlands, Montemar’s private villas is a[...]

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 captivating journey from his formative years in[...]

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 is the first Colombian chef to earn[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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 hotel is greenwashing.[...]

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, but new and surprising —like a waking[...]

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.[...]

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...[...]

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...[...]

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 island hotel—in late 2020.[...]

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.[...]

Boena Lodges Podcast

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.[...]

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 Aria, a small-scale cruiser based in Iquitos.[...]

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 Ibitipoca’s ringleader, Renato Machado...[...]

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 guano mine.[...]

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, Chile. In this episode we discuss: How[...]

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. That’s why I’m posting a photo of[...]

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 skied 67 days across Antarctica, covering more than[...]

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 #10. His films have earned more than[...]

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 Valley region.[...]

Jose Alcántara

Jose Alcántara is a Peruvian communicator and photographer based in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, near Cusco. For more than a decade, he worked in the public sector leading initiatives related to sustainable development, environmental policy, and urban planning, experiences that[...]