What do you love most about your job ?
To be able to inspire dreams even before the journey begins. The most rewarding part is knowing that we are able to create memories that people would want to relive over and over again.
The biggest challenge of your job ?
It’s about finding the balance between what travelers expect, the reality in the field, and our desire to offer something truly immersive. We constantly need to come up with new ideas, stay open to the changing ways people travel, and find the right ways to share the richness of Madagascar without ever reducing it to simple shot.
3 things you have discovered about yourself along your career
I’ve discovered that I’m mor creative That I thought I was.
I’ve learned that listening is just as important as being able to provide ideas.
But most importantly, I’ve realized that I love building up connections : between a person and a destination, between a story and an emotion, between a dream and making it a reality.
3 words to describe your vision of travel
Authentic – Human -Transformative
3 words to describe Madagascar according to you
Unique – Intense – Atmosphere
A destination that you think is underrated in Madagascar but has real potential
Miarinarivo. It’s a placé that doesn’t get as much attention as other destinations in Madagascar, but it has so much potential. The landscapes, the authenticity, and the local atmosphere make it a place worth being discovered.
Your personal mantra or life philosophy that guides your approach to travel and work?
« Don’t worry, be happy » I like moving forward with a positive mindset, making the most of every experience, and keeping an open mind. Whether in travel or in my work, I believe it’s important to enjoy the journey, stay curious, and share that positive energy with the people around me.
A moment when you were deeply touched by what you discovered during a trip
During my last trip to Fianarantsoa, a little girl came up to me with the biggest smile, holding a small bouquet of flowers she had picked herself around the area we were in. Without saying much, she simply handed them to me with such a pure and genuine smile. It was such a small, spontaneous gesture, yet it stayed with me. It reminded me that sometimes, the most precious part of a journey isn’t what we planned to see or the places we set out to discover, but the unexpected moments, the people we meet, and the little gestures that touch our hearts and stay with us long after we’ve returned home.
What is unique about GassyTour according to you
The feeling of instantly being welcomed and at home, thanks to a team that is not only incredibly skilled, but also genuinely caring.
Your vision for the future of travel
I believe the future of travel lies in a tourism that is more responsible, sustainable, and authentic. Travelling differently by embracing local experiences, supporting communities, and respecting the environment. Because travel should not only allow us to discover a destination, but also help preserve its beauty, culture, and uniqueness for generations to come.