Locali

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Locali, or locals, is a series of interviews with small business owners in Italy that explores the importance of supporting sustainable, or slow, travel to establish local, human connection so that we create our most memorable travel experiences. This approach to travel not only results in a positive impact on the local economy and community, but these are the stories that make us dream, the moments that change us from the inside out, that give us the permission to be human and help us to create our own Italian love story. Follow us on Facebook at Instagram @azzurrodreamtravel. Let's create YOUR own Italian love story. Permission to be human: granted.

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Monday Aug 30, 2021

KM Zero Tours: Zero Kilometers Between You and Genuine Human Connection

Monday Aug 30, 2021

The region of Tuscany named Chianti boosts soft, rolling green hills, chestnut forests, vineyards and olive groves set amongst welcoming Cypress trees. It is here we find Km Zero Tours, a boutique tour company specializing in slow travel. All their tours are aimed at making meaningful connections and memories with the cultural heritage of their Tuscan region. They thoughtfully choose locations, farmers and artisans rooted in the ancient flavors and passions of tradition to visit with their guests.

In this episode, I talk with Arianna Cini of Km Zero Tours about why and how they have joined the slow travel movement. To begin, their company name symbolizes a “zero kilometers” relationship between travelers and the farmers and artisans of their region. It embodies their philosophy of genuine stories, and the enriching impact of uncompromised, sustainable and honest travel. The heart of travel is human connection and we discuss how they accomplish that for each and every guest, including children.

What You’ll Learn

Hear Arianna’s story: born into the travel industry
What is the km zero movement and concept throughout Italy?
Gaining a more authentic experience through slow travel with Km Zero Tours
Choosing to “discover the real world”; connecting with small communities
The countryside that is willing and eager to share their homes, cuisine and stories
Historical location - crossroads to Rome - beautiful unspoiled countryside minutes from the cities
A quintessential tour with Km Zero Tours: wines, cheeses, grains and various changing landscapes
Touring with the next generation, activities and experiences designed to stay with them as they grow
The process of moving away from mass tourism and adjusting travel for slow, sustainable methods
Why is purposeful travel choices more important than ever?
How Km Zero Tours embodies a famous Maya Angelou quote