welcome to part 3 of a series all about modern day colonialism (aka neocolonialism) within travel!

on this episode you’ll learn:

* how we objectify cultures if we are unaware

* cultural appropriation vs. appreciation

* cultural commodification and examples in travel

find the full article here

thank you entering this conversation with an open-mind to becoming a better traveler :)

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Aishola was born and raised in Kyrgyzstan, specifically the northern part of Kyrgyzstan in a town called Karakol. She currently lives in Bishkek, which is the capital of Kyrgyz Republic.

Aishola is also the founder of Travel Atelier & Production 4274°, in which she leads conscious-oriented tours and assists with documentary filming in Central Asia.

on this episode, we chat about:

* what it’s like to live and grow up in Kyrgyzstan

* Aishola’s solo travel adventures on her bike

* Travel advice and recommendations to know before visiting Kyrgyzstan

featured questions:

1. What makes Kyrgyzstan distinct from other parts of Central Asia?

2. What was it like growing up in Karakol?

3. What recommendations/advice do you have for people traveling to Kyrgyzstan? Specifically, solo female travelers?

4. Can you talk more about solo bikepacking and completing the Silk Road Mountain Race?

5. What’s your take on responsible tourism in Kyrgyzstan?

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connect with Aishola here!

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welcome to part 2 of a series all about modern day colonialism (aka neocolonialism) within travel!

on this episode you’ll learn:

* the “bucket-list mentality”

* an intro to unequal power dynamics and why you should be aware of your privileges

* the dark side of voluntourism… are you unintentionally guilty of the “savior complex”?

find the full article here

thank you entering this conversation with an open-mind to becoming a better traveler :)

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connect with me here :)

Instagram:

✨ @lydiaschultzz

https://www.instagram.com/lydiaschultzz/

✨ @gottacaseofwanderust

https://www.instagram.com/gottacaseofwanderlust?igsh=MTJjZ2p6bWZpdXBrYw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

✨Travel Blog:

gottacaseofwanderlust.com