Journal

Paula shares her love for travel through her camera lenses. She has combined her passion for cinema and photography in order to immortalize her trips. She now shares her creativity and expertise with the Naya Travel community.

Dive into her world as a creator, traveler and learn some tips to take into consideration if you too want to immortalize your next trip.

Mexico, a country with diverse ecosystems, from the stunning beaches of the Caribbean coast to the rugged peaks of the Sierra Madre Occidental. Discover a rich array of landscapes and ecosystems, including lush jungles, underground rivers, vast deserts, and hidden cenotes. With its ancient ruins, vibrant cultures, and modern cities, Mexico offers an unforgettable experience for all who visit.

We travel to one of the most biodiverse and sustainable countries in the world: Peru. On our curated journey, “Walk the Andes,” we embark on a week-long luxury trek on the Inca Trail from Cusco to the highland villages, passing through coffee plantations and cloud forests and arriving at the magical, mist-shrouded Machu Picchu.

Whether you’re out scaling mountains or working hard on your tan on a yacht sailing along a vast blue ocean, we hope you’re having a blissful summer. It’s the season for pool parties and long walks in the countryside, but it’s about slowing down and spending time with family and friends. We bond over our shared travel experiences, laughter, food – and also drinks. And what better way to top off the summer than with an ice cold drink?

In tangent with slow travel and immersive nature trips, Astro-tourism is picking up pace and Latin America is one of the best places to stargaze. On this celestial journey, we traverse the red desert of northern Chile to Bolivia’s reflective salt flats and Peru’s mystical lakes, then fly south to the glacial peaks of Argentine Patagonia.

At the bottom of the Earth is a vast white continent pristine and otherworldly. There aren’t many untouched places on our planet left to explore – except for Antarctica. A voyage to the planet’s southernmost landmass is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and not many people can say they’ve been here.

Fancy a steaming pan of paella in an old courtyard fitted with towering ferns? How about seafood tapas and Sangria on the Atlantic Coast? Spain has a gastronomic history as rich and diverse as its quiet pastoral hills of the north and the sunny stretch of Andalusia, the beating heart of the flamenco dance with its vivid movements.

With dreamy seaside villages, enchanting old architecture that includes a sprinkling of fairy-tale castles, and a rich gastronomic tradition comprised of grilled sardines and bacalhau, Portugal is a destination that satiates all senses. Porto, Lisbon, Faro – the major cities are situated on the coast, a testament to Portugal’s long seafaring history.

Home to the legend of El Dorado which told of a lost city of gold, to travel to Colombia is like stumbling upon a rare gem. The South American country straddles both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It has otherworldly rainforests, wetlands, lakes and a river with seven colors. The mountains are swathed in grassy savannas and the cooler coffee-growing region has the world’s tallest wax palm trees. You’re never far from a natural wonder as Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet.

In coincidence with the launching of Naya´s immersive experience in Colombia, which includes a visit to the Finca, and honoring the International Women’s Day, we had a conversation with Doña Blanca. Her dedication to this ancestral tradition involving Nature´s beauty and her vast life experience of respect for local communities.

What is vegan travel? A few years ago, it might have been simply eating vegan cuisine while traveling and avoiding zoos and not engaging in activities that exploit animals, but it’s come to be so much more than that. Veganism isn’t just a catchphrase, it’s a lifestyle and all-encompassing philosophy with ties to mindfulness, sustainability and slow travel. And you don’t have to be a vegan to embark on a vegan adventure.

Utah, a land of contrasts in colors and textures, has long captured the imagination of many. There’s so much to explore in this landlocked state that’s home to the highest concentration of national parks in the country, including Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.

Anguilla is beautiful in every corner and view. Anguilla is quiet, romantic and warm. The perfect spot for winding down, observing and spending peaceful time with your most loved. Anguilla is close by. It is paradise and it is waiting for you to open its windows wide this Valentine’s Day and love season.

The will to becoming more protective, which could be the essence in concepts like “eco tourism” or “sustainable travel”, now takes one more step forward into regeneration. Immersive experiences that create a positive impact on both communities and ecosystems are growingly available, and this means that traveling responsibly and culturally-aware is -by default- currently paired up with this spirit.

Rejuvenating ourselves and the way we look into the World has been the key motivation for our rebranding, which comes from reflection, insight, and strength recovery.