{"id":29832,"date":"2023-12-29T16:18:38","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T16:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/?p=29832"},"modified":"2025-11-14T12:37:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T17:37:33","slug":"year-in-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/other\/year-in-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Year in Review: Our 2023 Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every year, as a new one is approaching, we like to reflect on the previous twelve months. Taking inventory brings perspective to our future goals and sets the tone for the next twelve months. With a clear path ahead, we can hit the ground running, with all of you beside us! 2023 was filled with achievements and team building in equal measure, which makes us better prepared to turn the travel goals of our ever-evolving guests into a reality. Join us as we recap our progress this year and celebrate our wins with us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"About Rebecca Adventure Travel\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/about-rebecca-adventure-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#new-offerings\">New Offerings<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#top-destinations-by-region\">Top Destinations by Region<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#increasing-our-qualifications\">Increasing Our Qualifications<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#international-travel-events-throughout-the-year\">International Travel Events Throughout The Year<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#growing-interest-from-prestigious-publications\">Growing Interest From Prestigious Publications<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#increasing-recognition\">Increasing Recognition<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#team-developments\">Team Developments<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#growing-our-community\">Growing Our Community<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#nurturing-young-minds\">Nurturing Young Minds<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#the-future-of-travel-in-ecuador\">The Future of Travel in Ecuador<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#our-intentions-for-2024\">Our Intentions for 2024<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#further-reading\">Further Reading<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-offerings\">New Offerings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the new additions to our offerings. In 2023, we were on a relentless <strong>quest for innovation<\/strong> in travel, and we\u2019ve selected the very best for you to browse at your leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 5 New Tours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our continuous dedication to creating the best tours not only promises <strong>unforgettable moments<\/strong> for our travelers but also plays a pivotal role in <strong>supporting local communities<\/strong>. Among all our new tours, these are the top five:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"slider\">\n<div class=\"items toursMargin\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29397 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/12-day-ecuador-galapagos-wellness-tour.jpg\" alt=\"12-Day Ecuador &amp; Galapagos Wellness Tour\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/12-day-ecuador-galapagos-wellness-tour.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/12-day-ecuador-galapagos-wellness-tour-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/12-day-ecuador-galapagos-wellness-tour-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/12-day-ecuador-galapagos-wellness-tour-204x153.jpg 204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><p><br><strong>12-Day Ecuador &amp; Galapagos Regenerative Travel<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/location.png\" alt=\"Location Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> 5 Sites<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/budget.png\" alt=\"Price Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> $4,568 p.p.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li>Wellness Experience<\/li>\n<li>Life Coaching<\/li>\n<li>Yoga Class<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"12 Day Ecuador &amp; Galapagos Regenerative Travel\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/ecuador\/tour\/12-day-regenerative\/\" rel=\"\">View Tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29396 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/15-day-ecuador-complete-classic-tour_-andes-amazon-galapagos.jpg\" alt=\"15-Day Ecuador Complete Classic Tour_ Andes, Amazon &amp; Galapagos\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/15-day-ecuador-complete-classic-tour_-andes-amazon-galapagos.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/15-day-ecuador-complete-classic-tour_-andes-amazon-galapagos-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/15-day-ecuador-complete-classic-tour_-andes-amazon-galapagos-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/15-day-ecuador-complete-classic-tour_-andes-amazon-galapagos-204x153.jpg 204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><p><br><strong>15-Day Ecuador Complete Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/location.png\" alt=\"Location Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> 8 Sites<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/budget.png\" alt=\"Price Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> $3,693 p.p.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li>Galapagos<\/li>\n<li>Ecuador Andes<\/li>\n<li>Amazon Cuyabeno<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"15 Day Ecuador Complete Classic Tour: Andes, Amazon &amp; Galapagos\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/ecuador\/tour\/15-day-complete-classic\/\" rel=\"\">View Tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29396 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Manatee-Cruise.webp\" alt=\"9-Day Ecuador Amazon Female Travel\n\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\"><\/figure><p><br><strong>9-Day Ecuador Amazon Female Travel<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/location.png\" alt=\"Location Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> 8 Sites<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/budget.png\" alt=\"Price Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> $4,295 p.p.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li> Ilalo Volcano <\/li>\n<li> Yoga Andes Session <\/li>\n<li>Amazon Yasuni<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"9-Day Ecuador Amazon Female Travel\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/ecuador\/tour\/9-day-amazon-female\/\" rel=\"\">View Tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34789 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/top-5-argentina-luxury-e1717603361550.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/top-5-argentina-luxury-e1717603361550.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/top-5-argentina-luxury-e1717603361550-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/top-5-argentina-luxury-e1717603361550-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/top-5-argentina-luxury-e1717603361550-204x153.jpeg 204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure><p><br><strong>8-Day Ethereal Falls Argentina Expedition<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/location.png\" alt=\"Location Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> 5 Sites<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/budget.png\" alt=\"Price Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> $3,147 p.p.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li>Iguaz\u00fa Falls<\/li>\n<li>Tango Night<\/li>\n<li>Pristine Luxury Camp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"8-Day Ethereal Falls Argentina Expedition\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/argentina\/tour\/ethereal-falls-expedition\/\" rel=\"\">View Tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34789 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/woman-Galapagos.jpg\" alt=\"8-Day Galapagos Women Tour\n\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" title=\"\"><\/figure><p><br><strong>8-Day Galapagos Women Tour\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/location.png\" alt=\"Location Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> 5 Sites<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/budget.png\" alt=\"Price Icon\" width=\"20px\" title=\"\"> $3,636 p.p.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<ul>\n<li> Ceviche Cooking Class <\/li>\n<li> Beach Yoga Session <\/li>\n<li> Kicker Rock <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"8-Day Galapagos Women Tour\n\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/galapagos\/tour\/8-day-women\/\" rel=\"\">View Tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 5 Most Popular Tours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve curated the top five experiences that embody our commitment to <strong>exceptional adventures<\/strong>. Discover joy in travel while making a <strong>positive impact<\/strong> with our handpicked selection of 2023&#8217;s finest tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"slider\">\n<div class=\"items toursMargin\" data-slick=\"{&quot;slidesToShow&quot;: 4}\">\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28677 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Seaman-Journey-Galapagos-Cuise-Gallery-5.jpg\" alt=\"Seaman Journey\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Seaman Journey<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text\">A first-class catamaran Boutique Yacht Naturalist Liveaboard accommodating 16 guests in 8 cabins.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a title=\"Seaman Journey Galapagos Cruise\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/galapagos\/cruise\/seaman-journey\/\" rel=\"\">View Details<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28677 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/machu-picchu-peru.jpg\" alt=\"12-Day Machu Picchu and Galapagos Tour \" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<h3>12-Day Macchu Pichu &#038; Galapagos<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text\">Discover two UNESCO World Heritage Sites with expert local guides through cultural immersion.<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a title=\"Ecuador Tours Page\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/peru\/tour\/12-day-machu-picchu-and-galapagos-tour\/\" rel=\"\">View Details<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28677 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cartagena-colombia.jpg\" alt=\"11-Day Hidden Treasures Colombia\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<h3>11-Day Hidden Treasures Colombia<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text\">Discover colorful cities, abundant nature, and stunning beaches, which will leave you speechless.<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a title=\"Peru Tours Page\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/colombia\/tour\/11-day-hidden-treasures\/\" rel=\"\">View Details<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"blogLink\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28677 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Guatape-Colombia-1.jpg\" alt=\"12 Days Glacial Trails of Argentina\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<h3>12-Days Glacial Trails of Argentina<\/h3>\n<p class=\"text\">A deep dive into Argentina\u2019s most iconic destinations offering an exhilarating blend of city life and natural landscapes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttons\"><a title=\"12-Days Glacial Trails of Argentina Tour Page\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/Colombia\/tours\/\" rel=\"\">View Details<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-destinations-by-region\">Top Destinations by Region<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We believe in the <strong>transformative power<\/strong> of travel, and through our <strong>carefully crafted experiences<\/strong>, we invite you to explore the world, savor unique moments, and contribute to the well-being of the places we visit. Below, find our selection of the <strong>best destinations<\/strong> in Ecuador\u2019s most beautiful regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Galapagos<\/strong>: Santa Cruz Highlands, Bartolom\u00e9, North Seymour, Floreana, Kicker Rock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Andes Mountains<\/strong>: Quito Historical Center, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Mindo, Otavalo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Amazon Basin<\/strong>: Arajuno, Cuyabeno, Yasun\u00ed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-29876\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition.jpg\" alt=\"Amazon Boat Expedition\" class=\"wp-image-47632\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-460x307.jpg 460w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Amazon-Boat-Expedition-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Paikawe Lagoon is brimming with exotic animals, curious to see visitors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/travel\/\">Find your ideal tour<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"increasing-our-qualifications\">Increasing Our Qualifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our efforts in enabling guests to <strong>travel responsibly<\/strong> motivate us to continue learning about transformative travel and gaining new skills to help adventurers make a <strong>positive impact<\/strong> with their travels. This year brought us <strong>new certifications<\/strong> and <strong>memberships<\/strong> that allow us to keep <strong>preserving destinations<\/strong> and <strong>improving livelihoods<\/strong> through travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Distintivo Q<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We started off 2023 with the renovation of the <a title=\"Distinctive Q\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quito-turismo.gob.ec\/calidad-turistica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">certificate<\/a> <strong>Ecuador\u2019s Ministry of Tourism<\/strong> bestows upon travel companies that practice <strong>sustainable tourism<\/strong> to safeguard communities and the environment. In January, we were granted the <strong>Distinctive Q<\/strong> for the <strong>seventh year<\/strong> in a row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ATTA Member Badge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In February, we became <a title=\"ATTA Active Members\" href=\"https:\/\/membership.adventuretravel.biz\/tour-operator\/active\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">members<\/a> of the <strong>Adventure Travel Trade Association<\/strong>. ATTA aims to facilitate the <strong>safeguarding of natural and cultural assets<\/strong> in the travel industry, generating economic value to benefit destinations and their inhabitants. This membership solidifies our commitment to crafting and delivering solutions that drive sustainable tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ANVR member<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Dutch Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators<\/strong> strives to provide each traveler with a <strong>worry-free trip<\/strong> featuring <strong>equitable terms<\/strong> and <strong>appropriate assurances<\/strong>. As ongoing <a title=\"ANVR Active Members\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anvr.nl\/ledenoverzicht\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">members<\/a>, we affirm our support of <strong>responsible travel practice<\/strong>s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Agency of Change in Ecuador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Regenerative Travel <a title=\"Regenerative Travel Asociation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenerativetravel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Association<\/a><\/strong> named us a founding member of this program in July. Through this membership, we will expand our efforts to <strong>transform communities and economies<\/strong> into more regenerative models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Women Travel Leaders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We started a <a title=\"WTL Active Members\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wtleaders.com\/member-directory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">membership<\/a> with this Association in August, to further our <strong>commitment<\/strong> to <strong>diversity<\/strong> and <strong>equality<\/strong>. Through our shared focus on <strong>empowering women<\/strong>, we will shape the future for females in the <strong>travel industry<\/strong> together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">JourneyWoman Member<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To further increase our support of <strong>women in travel<\/strong>, we gained another female-centered <a title=\"JourneyWoman Directory\" href=\"https:\/\/directory.journeywoman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">membership<\/a> in September. Journey Woman caters to the female demographic <strong>above age 50<\/strong>, providing them with all the tools necessary to undertake <strong>impactful travel<\/strong> focused on <strong>authenticity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transformational Travel Transformers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To close out 2023 with a bang, we have just received the <a title=\"Transformational Travel Council\" href=\"https:\/\/www.transformational.travel\/transformational-travel-designers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Transformers<\/a> recognition from the <strong>Transformational Travel Council<\/strong>. This certification guarantees travelers they will get <strong>meaningful experiences<\/strong> when they book with us, transforming their lives and the destinations they visit for the better.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-29902\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman.png\" alt=\"Rebecca at travel fair in Asturias.\" class=\"wp-image-29902\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman.png 638w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman-460x307.png 460w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/journey-woman-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 638px) 100vw, 638px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rebecca&#8217;s presence at travel fairs builds our company&#8217;s network of collaborators.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/responsible-travel\/\">Our responsible practices<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"international-travel-events-throughout-the-year\">International Travel Events Throughout The Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2023 <strong>travel fair landscape<\/strong> was marked by our <strong>active participation<\/strong>. We attended numerous <strong>international events<\/strong>, showcasing our commitment to staying at the forefront of the industry. From prominent global events to <strong>regional gatherings<\/strong>, we ensured our presence at key fairs, reinforcing our <strong>dedication<\/strong> to providing <strong>exceptional travel experiences<\/strong>. This year was a <strong>shining testament<\/strong> to our <strong>continuous engagement<\/strong> and <strong>visibility<\/strong>, solidifying our position as a <strong>leading voice<\/strong> in the <strong>travel sector<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"WTM London 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wtm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WTM London 2023.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Time to Reset in Ecuador European 2023 Roadshow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turismo.gob.ec\/la-promocion-de-ecuador-en-el-mundo-continua-la-costa-oeste-de-estados-unidos-acogio-la-oferta-turistica-de-nuestro-pais\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Time to Reset in Ecuador European 2023 Roadshow.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Regenerative Travel Summit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenerativetravel.com\/summit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Regenerative Travel Summit 2023 (New York).<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"La promoci\u00f3n de Ecuador en el mundo contin\u00faa: La Costa Oeste de Estados Unidos acogi\u00f3 la oferta tur\u00edstica de nuestro pa\u00eds\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turismo.gob.ec\/la-promocion-de-ecuador-en-el-mundo-continua-la-costa-oeste-de-estados-unidos-acogio-la-oferta-turistica-de-nuestro-pais\/?fbclid=IwAR02i9xGOm76AGSLaEgN28m09mcVnDk5i-0t7bWFMzqJnlVT1JqZktRDjew\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ecuador Ministry of Tourism &#8211; (US) West Coast Roadshow 2023<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adventuretravelnews.com\/bogot-colombia-to-host-adventurenext-latin-america-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AdventureNEXT Latin America 2023 (Bogota).<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Ecuador - US and Canada Roadshow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turismo.gob.ec\/la-promocion-de-ecuador-en-el-mundo-continua-estados-unidos-y-canada-conocieron-mas-sobre-nuestro-pais\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ecuador &#8211; US and Canada Roadshow.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/events.adventuretravel.biz\/adventureconnect\/washington-dc-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ATTA Adventure Connect Event (US)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/remote.la\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Remote Inmersion Cuenca 2023<\/a> (Press)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"growing-interest-from-prestigious-publications\">Growing Interest From Prestigious Publications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <strong>innovations<\/strong> this year didn\u2019t go unnoticed, and we received <strong>recognition<\/strong> from two <strong>top <a title=\"Galapagos Luxury Safari in NatGeo Luxury Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/luxury-safari-galapagos-in-travel-magazines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">publications<\/a><\/strong> at the <strong>national<\/strong> and <strong>international levels<\/strong>. In March, <strong>National Geographic<\/strong> extended our <a title=\"National Geographic Luxury Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/content.yudu.com\/web\/2q1af\/0A2v2m7\/NGTLUX22NOVDIR\/html\/index.html?page=6&amp;refUrl=https%253A%252F%252Fmagazine.natgeotraveller.co.uk%252F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">feature<\/a> in their <strong>Luxury Collection<\/strong> for the second consecutive year for our <strong>7-Day Galapagos Luxury Safari<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>two-year feature<\/strong> raises awareness about the pristine ecosystems in the world-renowned <a title=\"Galapagos Cruises\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/galapagos\/cruises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enchanted Isles<\/a>, bringing more travelers to visit the small community of islanders living to protect the <strong>unique biodiversity<\/strong> of this extraordinary archipelago. The increasing waves of tourism in Galapagos <strong>ensure its society thrives<\/strong> for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In August, <strong>Forbes Ecuador<\/strong> recognized the <strong>vision<\/strong> and <strong>spirit<\/strong> of our <strong>conscious<\/strong> and <strong>business-savvy<\/strong> founder, <strong>Rebecca Braak<\/strong>, featuring her in the <strong>Female Entrepreneurs<\/strong> August <strong>digital spread<\/strong>. Her <a title=\"Forbes Ecuador Female Entrepreneurs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com.ec\/nomades\/necesitamos-turistas-entiendan-ecuador-n38349\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">interview<\/a> is full of <strong>valuable insights<\/strong> for the country\u2019s travel sector, given how her outlook on <strong>Ecuador\u2019s tourism value<\/strong> as a foreigner comes with fresh eyes and a clear view of all the country has at its disposal to <strong>benefit low-resource families<\/strong> through tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In October, <strong>The Independent UK<\/strong> mentioned our 7-Day Galapagos Luxury Safari in the <a title=\"The Independent UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/travel\/nine-unforgettable-experiences-any-adventurous-traveller-will-love-b2431067.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Living360<\/strong> segment<\/a> of their travel section, highlighting how <strong>comprehensive<\/strong> our <strong>tour<\/strong> is. The article covers nine <strong>outstanding adventure travel experiences across the world<\/strong>, complete with wildlife spotting, sports, and cultural exploration. From freezing mountain slopes to desert plains and idyllic beaches, their selection caters to <strong>every preference<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-29878\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo.jpg\" alt=\"National Geographic Luxury Collection Mockup\" class=\"wp-image-43229\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/natgeo-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rebecca Adventure Travel in NatGeo Luxury Collection<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"increasing-recognition\">Increasing Recognition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our hard work this year gained international notice from leading voices in travel! In August, the <strong>Regenerative Travel Impact Awards<\/strong> nominated us for <strong>Agency of the Year<\/strong>. After being <strong>finalists<\/strong> for this significant award, just one month later, in September, the <strong>World Travel Awards<\/strong> nominated us for their <strong>prestigious<\/strong> Leading Tour Operator <strong>award<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This honor only went higher when we won as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldtravelawards.com\/award-ecuadors-leading-tour-operator-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ecuador\u2019s Leading Tour Operator for 2023<\/strong><\/a>. This testament to our commitment to responsible and sustainable travel only makes our <strong>determination<\/strong> to <strong>foster developmen<\/strong>t stronger, and we\u2019re deeply inspired to work even harder to <strong>leave<\/strong> the <strong>destinations<\/strong> we visit, and their <strong>people<\/strong>, <strong>better than we found them<\/strong>. We couldn\u2019t be more <strong>grateful<\/strong> for your <strong>support<\/strong> on this journey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel: Ecuador&#039;s Leading Tour Operator\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O9Ya_6NRYpM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"team-developments\">Team Developments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our visionary founder established our sister company, <strong>EcuaFina<\/strong>, in <strong>2019<\/strong>&nbsp;to bring the <strong>handicrafts<\/strong> of <strong>Ecuador\u2019s indigenous groups<\/strong> to <strong>Europe<\/strong>, thus providing many <strong>families<\/strong> with a <strong>bigger source of income<\/strong> that allows them to <strong>develop<\/strong> their <strong>communities<\/strong>. As EcuaFina is expanding from the Netherlands to Belgium and beyond, <a title=\"Rebecca\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/rebecca-sales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Rebecca<\/strong><\/a> went back to her hometown, after 10 years of being in Ecuador, to lead this exciting new chapter, and she\u2019s been also <strong>running Rebecca Adventure Travel from Zupthen<\/strong>&nbsp;since August.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-29963\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel.jpg\" alt=\"Galapagos Family Travel\" class=\"wp-image-47140\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:1000px;height:667px\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-1536x806.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-945x496.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galapagos-Family-Travel-600x315.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rebecca and her family<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our <strong>team in Quito expanded<\/strong> throughout the year, with seven new members! With a bigger <a title=\"Meet the Team\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/meet-the-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">team<\/a>, the Rebecca Adventure Travel offices have spent 2023 bringing their talent together through <strong>group activities<\/strong> and <strong>fun challenges<\/strong>, strengthening existing bonds and building new ones, <strong>celebrating<\/strong> each national festivity and company accomplishment <strong>together<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also embarked on <strong>group trips<\/strong> twice this year: to the <strong><a title=\"Andes Journey: Exploring the Highlands with the Rebecca Adventure Travel Team\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/ecuador\/andes-journey-exploring-highlands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andes<\/a><\/strong> in June, and to the <strong>Amazon<\/strong> in November. While these trips center around <strong>experiencing the tours we offer,<\/strong> they serve us to make informed choices for our guests, and it is also an opportunity to <strong>foster union in our team<\/strong>. This year made us stronger than ever, ready to <strong>serve travelers better<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"Arajuno River Team Expedition: A Thrilling Ecuador Amazon Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/ecuador\/arajuno-river-expedition-ecuador-amazon-tour\/\" rel=\"\">View our trip to the Arajuno River<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"growing-our-community\">Growing Our Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As our company has <strong>grown<\/strong>, so has our <strong>online presence<\/strong>, with two of our social media channels (<a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel Tik Tok\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@rebeccaadventuretravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TikTok<\/strong><\/a> and <a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel Instagram\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rebeccaadventuretravel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a>) doubling their following during the second half of the year! With 10,000 followers on Instagram, 9,000 on <a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel Facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/rebeccaadventuretravel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a>, and almost 6,000 on <a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel LinkedIn\" href=\"https:\/\/ec.linkedin.com\/company\/rebecca-adventure-travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>, more and more travelers are looking to us for guidance on their adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our increasing digital presence is a testament to our expertise in adventure travel, reflected in our new <strong>5-star reviews<\/strong> just this year, on <a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel TripAdvisor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g297533-d8705579-Reviews-Rebecca_Adventure_Travel-Puerto_Ayora_Santa_Cruz_Galapagos_Islands.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TripAdvisor<\/strong><\/a> (80+) and <a title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel Trustpilot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/www.rebeccaadventuretravel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Trustpilot<\/strong><\/a> (70+). Every new training and certification we get aims to <strong>improve our service<\/strong> and the <strong>quality<\/strong> of our <strong>tours<\/strong>. These numbers on social media show us we\u2019re doing things right, and that\u2019s the <strong>best reward<\/strong> for our hard work. <strong>Thank you<\/strong> for <strong>trusting<\/strong> us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nurturing-young-minds\">Nurturing Young Minds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our 2022 <strong>Sponsor A School Program<\/strong> continued in 2023 with our sponsorship of the <strong>Antonio de Ulloa School<\/strong>. We marked <strong>Children\u2019s Day<\/strong> in June by <strong>inaugurating a library<\/strong>, fully equipped with all the resources the almost 300 students require to complement their learning and enhance their education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will allow them to start income-generating initiatives of their own in the <strong>future<\/strong> and <strong>give back<\/strong> to their <strong>community<\/strong>. In December, we celebrated <strong>Christmas<\/strong> with the children for the <strong>second year in a row<\/strong> by gifting them <strong>educational toys<\/strong>, which will further <strong>elevate their education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-29884\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid.jpg\" alt=\"Happy kid\" class=\"wp-image-47517\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-460x307.jpg 460w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Happy-Kid-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Happy kid at the event of Rebecca Adventure Travel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-future-of-travel-in-ecuador\">The Future of Travel in Ecuador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecuador, too, has seen many new developments in the travel industry this year. In October, the <strong>high-tech Go Quito Hotel<\/strong> opened its doors with a myriad of innovations to promote <strong>eco-conscious tourism<\/strong> while maintaining comfort and sophistication. Ecuador&#8217;s new president, Daniel Noboa (elected in October) took office in November and announced <strong>Niels Olsen<\/strong> would <strong>continue<\/strong> as <strong>Minister for Tourism<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This signals a bright 2024 for travel in Ecuador. Furthermore, with the <strong>Metro Quito<\/strong> officially beginning operations in December, <strong>transportation<\/strong> inside the country\u2019s capital now promises to be <strong>easier<\/strong> and <strong>faster<\/strong>, marking a significant improvement for the tourism sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"our-intentions-for-2024\">Our Intentions for 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we enter a new year with the promise of <strong>fresh possibilities<\/strong>, our mission is to continue to give travelers <strong>unique travel experiences<\/strong> and <strong>quality service<\/strong>. In 2024, we intend to create <strong>new adventures<\/strong> that actively <strong>support local<\/strong> communities and businesses. To further our focus on <strong>sustainability<\/strong> and <strong>responsible travel practices<\/strong>, we aim to update our travel system to <strong>facilitate carbon offsetting<\/strong> for our guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We plan for 2024 to be a year where our <strong>contributions<\/strong> to <strong>foster positive change<\/strong> in the places we explore reach new heights, and ensure a <strong>meaningful impact<\/strong> on both the <strong>environment<\/strong> and the <strong>communities<\/strong> we engage with. Our <strong>guests are essential<\/strong> to all this and we\u2019re ever <strong>so grateful<\/strong>. We look forward to another year of <strong>traveling with purpose<\/strong> with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Rebecca Adventure Travel: Discover Latin America - Travel with Purpose\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/af-TVPUAl-E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"Contact\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get in touch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759179226995\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What major industry awards did Rebecca Adventure Travel win in 2023?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Rebecca Adventure Travel&#8217;s hard work was recognized by key industry voices, most notably winning <strong>Ecuador&#8217;s Leading Tour Operator for 2023<\/strong> at the prestigious <strong>World Travel Awards<\/strong>. It was also nominated for Agency of the Year at the Regenerative Travel Impact Awards.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759179228503\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Which major publications featured Rebecca Adventure Travel&#8217;s tours?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The <strong>7-Day Galapagos Luxury Safari<\/strong> received international attention by being featured for the second consecutive year in <strong>National Geographic&#8217;s Luxury Collection<\/strong>. It was also highlighted in <strong>The Independent UK<\/strong>. Additionally, the founder was recognized in the Female Entrepreneurs digital spread by <strong>Forbes Ecuador<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759179229552\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What new types of tours did Rebecca Adventure Travel launch in 2023?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The company launched new offerings focused on niche and purposeful travel, including a <strong>12-Day Ecuador &amp; Galapagos Regenerative Travel<\/strong> tour, designed to promote sustainability and cultural preservation. They also introduced several tours catering specifically to <strong>female travelers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759179230792\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What were the key developments in Ecuador&#8217;s tourism sector during the year?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Several developments signaled a bright future for travel in Ecuador:<br \/>&#8211; The <strong>Metro Quito<\/strong> officially began operations, significantly improving and speeding up transportation within the capital.<br \/>&#8211; The high-tech <strong>Go Quito Hotel<\/strong> opened its doors, focusing on eco-conscious tourism.<br \/><strong>&#8211; Niels Olsen<\/strong> was confirmed to continue as the Minister for Tourism, signaling stability and a pro-tourism outlook for the government.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1759179231952\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How did Rebecca Adventure Travel demonstrate its commitment to responsible and sustainable travel?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Rebecca Adventure Travel enhanced its commitment by receiving the <strong>Transformers recognition<\/strong> from the Transformational Travel Council and gaining membership in the <strong>Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)<\/strong>. They also retained the <strong>Distinctive Q<\/strong> certificate from Ecuador&#8217;s Ministry of Tourism for the seventh year, acknowledging their sustainable tourism practices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"further-reading\">Further Reading<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"Sustainable Tourism Empowers Education at School in Puembo\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/other\/sustainable-tourism-rebecca-adventure-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sustainable Tourism Empowers Education at School in Puembo<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"A Quality and Sustainable Tour Operator\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/other\/quality-and-sustainable-tour-operator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Quality and Sustainable Tour Operator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"8 Years of Rebecca Adventure Travel\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/other\/year-in-review\/\">8 Years of Rebecca Adventure Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, as a new one is approaching, we like to reflect on the previous twelve months. Taking inventory brings perspective to our future goals and sets the tone for the next twelve months. 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