StayAltered
StayAltered is working to reshape how tourism benefits local communities by helping independent hospitality businesses keep more of the value they create. Founded in 2019 by Evan Tzeng, the StayAltered platform connects travelers with locally owned accommodations around the world while giving hosts the tools and technology they need to grow outside of traditional online […]
Pack Light Global
Pack Light Global is reimagining what travel can look like for midlife Black women by creating small-group cultural journeys designed for ease, connection, and belonging. Founded in 2019 by storyteller and cultural strategist Dawn Booker, the company was built in response to a simple reality: Black women, especially over 40, are often overlooked in mainstream […]
ClickEat
ClickEat is rethinking the future of food packaging by replacing single-use plastics with compostable, plant-based alternatives that return safely to the earth. Founded in Chile by Oscar Herrera and José Allard, the company was built on the belief that everyday products can fight climate change if designed for circularity. Today, ClickEat produces certified home-compostable cups, […]
Kara-Tunga
Kara-Tunga is transforming the way the world sees Uganda’s Karamoja region. For many years this northeastern corner of Uganda was spoken about only in terms of poverty and struggle. Kara-Tunga is showing a different story. Karamoja is a place of vibrant culture, breathtaking wilderness, and resilient people who are proud of their heritage. Since 2016, […]
Invisible Cities
Invisible Cities is a social enterprise in the United Kingdom redefining what it means to explore a city. By training individuals who have experienced homelessness to become walking tour guides, Invisible Cities offers immersive, off-the-beaten-path tours that challenge stereotypes, celebrate resilience, and bring untold stories to life. Founded in Edinburgh in 2016 by social entrepreneur […]
wmnsWORK
Women and non-binary individuals make up a significant portion of the tourism workforce, yet they remain underrepresented in leadership and ownership. wmnsWORK, founded by Iris Serbanescu in 2022, is closing this gap by providing the first tourism-specific accelerator program designed to support women and non-binary entrepreneurs in the early stages of their business journeys. The award-winning […]
ResiRest
ResiRest is transforming how communities benefit from tourism by connecting travelers with local families for authentic, home-cooked meals. Founded in 2016 by Geert Kroos, this social enterprise operates in 49 countries and 400 communities, offering a way for travelers to step beyond typical tourist experiences and engage with local culture in a meaningful way. As […]
Blue Apple Beach
Blue Apple Beach is more than a boutique hotel. It’s a bold experiment in what hospitality can be when sustainability, community, and great design come together. Nestled on the shores of Tierra Bomba Island, just a short boat ride from Cartagena, Colombia, this 11-room boutique hotel and beach club offers guests a vibrant escape where […]
OUT in Colombia
OUT in Colombia was founded on the belief that LGBTQ+ travelers deserve spaces where they feel safe, celebrated, and truly welcomed. More than just a tour operator, it creates meaningful and inclusive experiences that connect travelers with Colombia’s vibrant queer community, rich culture, and stunning landscapes. From dancing at Pride celebrations in MedellÃn and Bogotá […]
Good Trip Adventures
Good Trip Adventures is on a mission to make the great outdoors a place where everyone feels welcome. Too often, adventure travel has been built for a select few, but Good Trip Adventures is changing that. With expertly crafted trips across 33 national parks, they take the stress out of planning so travelers of all […]