Traveling is an integral part of the human experience. Whether it's to visit family, friends, or for a well-deserved vacation, it brings about an opportunity for reflection and self-discovery. The most valuable part of travel is not just the destination but rather the journey itself and by partnering with socially responsible tourism initiatives, travelers can make a positive impact on social justice and the communities where they operate.Christine’s guest today is Sofía Godoy.Sofía has a Bachelor's degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management and a Masters in Cultural Tourism. She made her way into the tourism industry, as she started working with different international DMC's as a freelance Group Tour Leader. This gave her experience in group travel, logistics and operations in Guatemala, Belice and Southern Mexico.She is the Co-founder and Chief Operations Officer of Etnica, a Guatemalan based social enterprise; focused on responsible travel through community and immersive experiences.For full show notes and to access resources mentioned in this episode, head to https://www.lotussojourns.com/podcast-episodes/episode99Learn more about Lotus Sojourns and ways to be a part of the community here.Find Lotus Sojourns on Facebook, or join the Lotus Sojourns Collective, our FB community for like-hearted women.Follow us on Instagram: @lotussojourns or @souloftravelpodcastLOVE these conversations...support the production of this podcast by making a donation here! Credits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor.) Sofía Godoy(Guest). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing and production by Rayna BoothSupport the show