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After 5 years of working hand in hand with QUITO TOURISME, we have just received the “Q” SUSTAINABLE TOURISM certification on 8 December! This is a huge achievement for all of us. But above all, it’s a great challenge that we’ve taken up thanks to our teamwork and our convictions about our role in the future of tourism on our continent in terms of environmental, social and inclusive tourism.

On a global scale, plastic has become a scourge on the planet, killing wildlife, clogging up seas and filling up landfill sites for centuries to come. Not to mention their considerable ecological impact, with some frightening figures!

TourMaG : How is Quimbaya doing?

Claudia Terrade: The global covid-19 pandemic that hit us forced us to reorganise and reinvent ourselves. Although this unprecedented crisis has left its mark, it has also taught us things that we need to capitalise on.

For more than 36 years, Quimbaya Latin America has always been committed to respecting its local service providers, helping them to develop, and making travel not just a way of consuming but an opportunity to meet a country…

What is the positioning of Quimbaya Latin America, the leading DMC in Latin America?

Claudia Terrade: We were pioneers, and I am very proud to say that we are still an inspiration to many companies. This year we celebrate our 35th anniversary, and we continue to be the leader on our continent!

Mexico, undoubtedly with Ouimbaya Latin America for its expertise in 11 Latin American countries, including 17 local offices and the largest network of partners, a challenge of 33 years of experience, with itineraries responsible and sustainable, and a sales team in France under the leadership of Claudia Terrade.

Visit from home, live, via live streaming, the most beautiful destinations in Latin America, from Mexico to Chile, more than 30 iconic sites are now on offer.

QUIMBAYA LATIN AMERICA is a Destination Management Company with its own receptive agencies in 11 countries in Latin America since 34 years.

Since we have not been able to receive you at our place for a year, we have decided to invite us to your place! What are Quimbaya Latin America Virtual Tours?
Our Virtual Tours are interactive, live virtual tours, performed by our local guides on-site, our new way to take you to explore Latin America.

Quimbaya Latin America, a Destination Management Company known globally for designing itineraries, providing local expertise, and operating business-to-business travel tours across Latin America

Today at the head of Quimbaya, which has 16 agencies located in 11 different countries, Claudia Terrade has found everything in Latin America: her professional path, love, but also an inexhaustible source of wonder and encounters…

“We have also seen our members adapting to the new travel climate with Quimbaya Latin America launching a new product collection titled ‘Travel Differently’ designed for travellers looking for more nature, less flights and to be involved with local communities in a responsible way.” …

TendanceNomad: In Latin America, what are your prospects for
reprise ? Claudia: The prospects for recovery vary from country to country. According to information, all countries will open on the latest August 5th.

Claudia, you chose to self-isolate in your home in Panama City. You told us that you had found a refuge there, a security but also a “favorite” where life is good, but also to meet endearing populations. Tell us about your Panama! (Hug Magazine)

Present in 11 Latin American countries, Quimbaya Latin America is facing the crisis linked to the coronavirus epidemic. After the repatriations, the DMC teams manage the postponements and cancellations by negotiating when necessary on a case-by-case basis with the partners.

In 33 years of existence we have experienced several crises but never imagined a crisis of such magnitude. A great challenge presents itself to us. Sustainability is now a matter of the short and medium term. A daily reflection was essential and each of our employees is called upon to participate in this reflection.

Sustainable Tourism cannot be improvised!

More than ever, committed and faithful to our principles, we want to share with you our vision, our experiences and our Eco Responsible and Solidarity projects and this, on the continent where our receptive tourism company QUIMBAYA LATIN AMERICA works, for 32 years.

Plastic 0 target by the end of 2020
Globally, plastic has become a scourge on the planet, killing wildlife, clogging the seas and filling landfills for centuries to come. Latin America is no exception to this reality. Quimbaya Latin America is committed to plastic-free tourism and creates the REFILL NOT LANDFILL Latin America network!

Interview with Claudia Terrade, CEO of QUIMBAYA LATIN AMERICA

QUIMBAYA LATIN AMERICA has chosen to support the 3rd edition of the Palmes du Tourisme Durable, the ceremony of which will be held on February 26, 2020 at the Quai d’Orsay in Paris. Claudia Terrade, CEO of the tour operator explains why she chose to support the event.