As tourism businesses and governments across Tropical Asia chase numbers in an effort to surpass pre-Pandemic visitor arrivals, the region gears for what is poised to be a recording breaking ‘Winter Travel Season’. 🌴 While many celebrate a ‘resurgence’ in volume-driven travel, a collective of local entrepreneurs, change-makers, custodians and concerned citizens of Sri Lanka’s popular Southern Coast are holding space for deep and meaningful conversations around the importance of destination stewardship and mindful travel. 💫 🦚 🌏 Thank you to Sarana Sri Lanka and Kalage Ahangama, two grassroots-operations founded and lead by Sri Lankan entrepreneurs, for spearheading the Mindful Travel talk series, and for hosting Jude Herath of Mindful Retreats and Chalana Perera, founder of RETRACE™ Hospitality. Let’s talk mindful travel. Join us for an insightful conversation on Sunday the 15th of December, as we explore regenerative travel—a model for travel and destination management that goes beyond sustainability to actively restore and enrich destinations. 💡 What’s on the agenda? ✔ Honoring place: destination stewardship and rooted hospitality ✔ Inspiring case studies from around the world ✔ The Sri Lankan context: who are we? ✔ Contributing towards a destination that stands the test of time Let’s reimagine the future of travel by honoring host communities, cultural nuances, natural ecosystems, and biodiversity 🌍. Registration is free, the space is deeply-rooted in local heritage and design, and the conversations will challenge thinking and open perspectives. Do join! All residents (locals and expats alike) as well as travelers, entrepreneurs and business owners or those curious about the future of travel and the potential for regenrative business, are most welcome! Contact Sarana Sri Lanka for more information about this open-door event: Whatsapp +94 74 021 9033.
RETRACE™ Hospitality
Hospitality
Bringing purposeful progress to hospitality and real estate investors, while keeping people, planet and profit in sync✔︎
About us
RETRACE™ Hospitality works to restore the vital balance between people, planet and profit through regenerative hospitality and tourism. Providing purpose-driven solutions to hospitality and real estate investors, developers and operators. By prioritising responsible stewardship and positive-impact investments, RETRACE™ Hospitality aspires to safeguard the future of vulnerable tourism destinations. #progresswithpurpose
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https://www.retracehospitality.com/
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- Hospitality
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- 1 employee
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- Colombo
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- Self-Owned
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- Regenerative Hospitality, Hotel Investment Advisory, Hospitality Innovation, Strategic Tourism Advisory, Sri Lanka Hotel Development, Hospitality Repositioning, Hotel Asset Management, Hospitality Consultancy, Operational Real Estate, Circular Hospitality Concepts, Regenerative Tourism, and Hotel Real Estate
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RETRACE Hospitality founder Chalana Perera on stage in Bali last week together with Ivory Vogt, CC-P founder of SEASTORIA, Simon McArthur, founder of SMA Tourism and Mirjam Peternek McCartney, founder of Lemongrass Travel PR as part of the annual Further East gathering hosted by This is Beyond Ltd.
Have you heard of the Palau Pledge? Drafted by the children of Palau 🇵🇼 , this pledge requires every visitor to commit to preserving the Pacific Island nation's natural environment and cultural heritage, before entering the country. This inspiring approach was one of many we discussed during the bite-sized Panel on overtourism at Further East in Bali last week. We braved the traffic jams of the heavily over-touristed South Bali to discuss: 🌱 Placemaking: How can we safeguard 'destination integrity' and retain what makes each place special? 🌾 Land use management: Limiting overdevelopment helps prevent overtourism - property (real estate) owners, investors and developers play a fundamental role in tackling destination degradation and overtourism. If you don't build, maybe they won't come? Start simple: protect heritage lands like Bali’s rice fields and Sri Lanka’s natural landscapes by building less and preserving more. 📵 Social media detoxes are cool: Disconnect to reconnect. Make de-influencing a trend, to prevent overtourism! Encouraging visitors to avoid geotagging sensitive areas, and pivot to share content responsibly to help preserve places. 🌿 Biocapacity awareness (carrying capacity): resources are limited. Destinations should communicate clearly when "enough is enough" to avoid strain on local ecosystems and natural resources. 🚫 Tourism-free zones: Rather than spreading crowds, setting aside areas exclusively for conservation can ensure a better quality of life for locals and a healthier ecosystem, ultimately uplifting the destination's value for all stakeholders. It was a privilege to join forces with Ivory Vogt, CC-P 🇵🇼 of SEASTORIA, Simon McArthur 🇦🇺 of SMA Tourism, under the guidance of Mirjam Peternek McCartney 🇩🇪 🇬🇧 from Lemongrass Travel PR to explore these crucial issues. Special thanks to Ariella Durban, This is Beyond Ltd and the Further East teams for hosting us! Change starts with conversation, and I'm grateful to be part of it. Curious how your organization or destination can tackle overtourism? Do reach out to learn about more best practices and practical solutions to help uplift the value of your destination or tourism business.
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Founder and Director Lemongrass Marketing. PR, Digital PR and Content Marketing Agency for Travel Brands. Certified B Corp. Winner Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Judge Purpose Awards EMEA
I'm delighted to be hosting a panel on overtourism at Further East in Bali on November 4th. This discussion addresses one of the tourism industry’s most pressing challenges: the stewardship of destinations to ensure that both locals and visitors benefit, while safeguarding the environment and cultural heritage. Overtourism is a complex, systemic issue that highlights the urgent need for tourism models that respect and include local, indigenous voices and give nature a central role in decision-making. Our panel will feature three outstanding voices in sustainable tourism: Chalana Perera, Ivory Vogt, and Simon McArthur. Chalana Perera, founder of RETRACE™ Hospitality, is an advocate for regenerative tourism and a certified Climate Reality Leader. His work has influenced policies for government and private sectors alike, and he was the first in Sri Lanka to sign the Tourism Declares Climate Emergency pledge. Ivory Vogt, CC-P is a sustainable tourism and climate resilience expert who focuses on creating tourism models that support local communities, protect cultural heritage, and conserve our planet’s biodiversity. Finally, Simon McArthur, founder of SMA Tourism, is a consultant dedicated to balancing tourism growth with preservation, helping destinations around the world mitigate the negative impacts of tourism on local communities and environments. I’m looking forward to this timely conversation on rethinking tourism for a sustainable future!
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The GX World Community Tourism Summit was packed with insight, knowledge-sharing and some of the best-in-class examples of organic businesses evolving from the grassroots, through better travel. Privileged and honored to have been invited to participate in Jaipur, Rajasthan yesterday 🇮🇳. Connected with some incredible minds and caring souls! Thank you for hosting G Adventures, Planeterra and Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, India. #gxsummitjaipur #travelwithpurpose #impactinvestments
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Travel Curation, for Conservation 💫 . As the summer rush winds down and those end-of-year getaways still feel a little out of reach, we’re thrilled to unveil something we've been crafting behind the scenes. Introducing Travel Curation for Conservation—a passion-driven, pro-bono travel advisory service that connects explorers with the dedicated conservationists safeguarding Sri Lanka’s wild wonders. By diving into this initiative, you’ll not only enrich your journey with hidden gems of the island but also play a vital role in preserving its delicate ecosystems. Embark on a journey where your travels leave a lasting footprint of protection and care on the pearl of the Orient. For more information, traveler testimonials and FAQs, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gmXH_bZs A shout-out to the initial recipient environmental organisations Lanka Environment Fund driven by Vinod Malwatte, The Pearl Protectors driven by Muditha Katuwawala and Rainforest Protectors of Sri Lanka lead by Jayantha Wijesingha for the incredible work you and your organisations carry-out! Sri Lanka would not be the destination it is, without your tireless efforts! Plan your travels to Sri Lanka with greater purpose, and travel responsibly. #retracehospitality #srilankatravel #regenerativetourism #travelcurationforconservation
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Chalana Perera urges Sri Lanka to manage the destination first - and then promote it. Here's his no-holds barred interview on Kaleidoscope News Capsule Chalana Perera RETRACE™ Hospitality Ceylinco Life Insurance Limited Prishan Pandithage Savithri Rodrigo Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo #srilanka #chalanaperera #RETRACEhospitality #tourism #10000urgencies #tourismnumbers #regenerativetourism #sustainabletourism #digitalnomads #SLTPB #CeylincoLife #NewsCapsule #kaleidoscopewithsavithrirodrigo #savithrirodrigo #prishanpandithagestudios #prishanpanditthage
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"Sri Lankans are leaving Sri Lanka [because of the cost of living], but then we are inviting people to come visit; we’ve got the formula fundamentally wrong." - Chalana Perera
A candid conversation about #SriLanka's need to manage the island's resources, protect its core assets, and prioritise the well-being of local residents, ahead of marketing and promoting the island for tourism 💫 . Where is the data to justify increased investments in tourism? What metrics are considered in carrying capacity analyses? And how can a destination promote 'wellness tourism' when local residents aren't keeping too 'well' themselves? 🧘♂️ Thank you Savithri Rodrigo, Kaleidoscope With Savithri Rodrigo and The Morning Sri Lanka for featuring this conversation, as the country continues to target increased visitor numbers and expanding tourism's footprint. For the video version of this interview: https://lnkd.in/gizjDMxD For the digital newspaper article: https://lnkd.in/gxUqWXcG #destinationintegrity #regenerativetourism #managementbeforemarketing Disclaimer: RETRACE™ Hospitality and I maintain a strict no-payment policy for media engagements. No payments are taken or made to be featured in the press.
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Inclusivity of diverse perspectives will transform the largely extractive tourism of today into the impact-led, regenerative tourism of tomorrow. We're thrilled to have had a voice in the conversation framing UN Tourism's Environmental, Social & Governance ('ESG') framework for Tourism Businesses globally, in collaboration with the The Oxford SDG Impact Lab at the University of Oxford. Thank you for including us in the process! Our recommendations were centred around increasing inclusivity and accessibility for micro and small tourism enterprises, in terms of technical advisory and tools to help such enterprises and entrepreneurs monitor, measure and report ESG and other impact initiatives. For more information, visit the United Nations World Tourism Organisation's ESG page here: https://lnkd.in/gGR7SUVX #unwto #esgframeworktourism #regenerativetourism
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Thank you for the shout-out, Sonal Uberoi! See below for links to our Founder Chalana Perera's session at the recent Virtual Wellness in Hospitality Spotlight by Spa Balance Consulting.
I help wellness & hospitality leaders create wellness assets through my proven 7-step ESSENCE framework | #1 Best-selling author of The Wellness Asset | Wellness Business Coach
Ever wondered how top destinations balance profitability with sustainability? I love how much I learn from the brilliant minds in our industry. My recent Wellness in Hospitality Spotlight was an example of incredible learning. One of our speakers, Chalana Perera, talked about stewardship and wellbeing. He gave us examples of 3 countries that lead with responsible hospitality: 1️⃣ Rwanda: → enforces some of the world’s strictest single-use plastic regulations starting at the airport. → is known for its cleanliness and top-notch waste management, improving visitor experiences → mandatory plastic checks educate visitors on Rwanda’s sustainability commitment. 2️⃣ Bhutan: → maintains its carbon-negative status by keeping 70% of its land under forest cover. → prioritises citizen well-being and environmental health over economic growth. → every citizen is a steward of the nation and part of the community 3️⃣ Costa Rica: → increased its forest cover by reversing deforestation trends. → most of the land is protected, crucial for biodiversity tourism. → generates a large portion of its electricity from renewable sources. These examples show that the right policies and community involvement allow destinations to balance BOTH profitability and sustainability. By following these models, we can create unforgettable travel experiences that honor and preserve the unique characteristics of each destination. ____ 📌 Missed the Wellness in Hospitality Spotlight? 👉 Learn how you can translate your vision into an actionable wellness blueprint from key hospitality leaders. 👉 Discover the next level of impact you can make on your people, community, and environment. Link in the comments.
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Join virtually to hear RETRACE™ Hospitality founder Chalana Perera's perspectives on regenerative tourism development and operations in the tropics, in conversation with Heleri Rande of Think Hospitality Consulting (UK).🏝 Chalana will be speaking alongside other hospitality and wellness entrepreneurs, experts and academia from across the world at the Wellness Hospitality [Virtual] Summit hosted by Sonal Uberoi of Spa Balance Consulting and Heleri Rande of Think Hospitality Consulting (UK). More information at the link below. Register to attend virtually via this link: https://lnkd.in/gTiS8hME
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