A woman weaver embraces Poon Tip in Peru .
holiday . You don ’ t need help buying capacity on a ship or compound resort . That is a commodity where the destination isn ’ t relevant . Remember why all of us got into the travel industry — that passion , purpose and happiness you want others to feel when they get out and see the world .
Q : What is something from your career you are most proud of ? A : I would have to say my family first as it related to my career , but being more specific , I think it is our 34 years ( of ) work defining and owning community tourism . That is how we started , and that is what we do better than anyone else in the world . Many people have tried and are trying to mimic what we do but don ’ t go as deep in our dialogue and commitment to communities .
WHAT ’ S IN BRUCE ’ S CARRY-ON ?
A : Well , I always travel with candy lol . Wine gums to be more specific . I also carry disinfectant wipes for cleaning the area around my seat and screen on a plane . But also noise cancelling headphones , business magazines , my Calm app for meditation and melatonin .
Poon Tip at Machu Picchu
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