In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a special soulful and unscripted conversation with Dee Gibson.Dee is an award-winning British Sri Lankan designer and hotelier. She built Kalukanda House in 2017 to reconnect with her heritage. Dee has a vision to create space for women to use their voices. She believes that there is a wealth of talent and dynamism in Sri Lanka and that we should reframe the way we see the island. She runs events in Sri Lanka and the UK, where she lives, to inspire and empower female entrepreneurs. Kalukanda House has been listed in Conde Nast's Best Places to Visit in 2024, being noted for its retreats and female empowerment initiatives. She is proud and excited to announce Hera Project X Island Immersion, an innovative venture set to redefine the landscape of retreat experiences. Scheduled for June 2024, this groundbreaking retreat is tailor-made for creative women seeking inspiration, connection, and personal growth in a dynamic setting like no other.Christine and Dee discuss:· Dee’s mission to change the narrative around travel in Sri Lanka· How the story of Sri Lanka is told, and the way stories of countries are told as destinations· Hera Project X Island Immersion· Creating travel experiences that move beyond surface-level connection and understanding to create space for more depth in our engagement with community and in cultural awareness· Ways to empower women and artists and create a better understanding of the value of both, economically and culturallyJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Dee Gibson.?​​​​​​​​To read our episode blog post, access a complete transcript, see full show notes, and find resources and links mentioned in this episode, head to the Soul of Travel Website. LOVE these soulful conversations? We rely on listener support to produce our podcast! Make a difference by making a donation to Lotus Sojourns on PayPal.  Are you a Soul of Travel subscriber? Click here to subscribe to Apple Podcasts, so you don’t miss the latest episodes!Listener reviews help expand our reach and help us rise up the ranks! Rate and review your favorite episodes on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app.?​​​​​​​​Reserve your spot in the HERA Project X Retreat scheduled for June 2024 here.Read about HERA Project X in this Hip Hotels Article and in the Sri Lanka Daily Mirror.Connect with Dee on social media: HERA Project X Instagram / Kalukanda House Instagram / Dee’s Instagram / Dee’s LinkedInLearn more about Kalukanda House.?​​​​​​​​Looking for ways to be a part of the Lotus Sojourns community? Learn more here!Find Lotus Sojourns oSupport the Show.