Latin America is having a moment. Across the globe, travelers are increasingly drawn to the region’s extraordinary diversity — from the Amazon rainforest to the Andes, from the wildlife of the Galápagos Islands to the windswept landscapes of Patagonia, and from vibrant music and dance to cuisines that have become global icons. This richness of nature, culture, and ways of life has long been at the heart of REMOTE Latin America’s mission: to celebrate the region through small-scale, meaningful travel experiences that honor its people and landscapes.
As proud Latinos, REMOTE has championed this unique region on the global stage since 2016. Acting as ambassadors for Latin America, we have cultivated a community of passionate advocates, grounded in the belief that we are stronger together.
As REMOTE Immersion celebrates its 10th anniversary, there is no better moment to embrace this spirit through the theme The Rise of Orgullo Latino
Inspired by this idea, the REMOTE Talks & Seeds sessions will spotlight inspiring voices who see Latin American authenticity not as a marketing concept, but as a genuine mission. Their stories highlight a region shaped by ancestral knowledge, cultural fusion, and astonishing biodiversity — and remind us why welcoming conscious travelers to experience Latin America is a source of great pride for those who call it home.
Meet the amazing speakers at REMOTE Immersion Boquete:
REMOTE Hosts
Ahora todos quieren ser Latinos: The Cultural Hype of Latin America
LEONARDO DE JESÚS (VEN) & RICARDO ANDRADE MALO (ECU) – El Latinómetro Podcast
How Latino are you? Since early 2025, Leonardo de Jesús and Ricardo Andrade Malo (natives of Venezuela and Ecuador, respectively) have been decoding the “Latin-ness” of the world on their hit podcast, El Latinómetro. In this exclusive stand-up performance for the 10th Anniversary of REMOTE Immersion, the comedy duo takes a deep dive into the recent global fascination with Latin American music, cinema and flavors. From Guayaquil and Caracas to the world stage, they explore how Latin identity became the ultimate global trend — and why, suddenly, everyone wants to be Latino.
REMOTE Seeds
Guardians of Argentine Pride: Gaucho Cultural Heritage
KEVIN BEGG (ARG) – Estancia Los Potreros
After working for years as an international banking executive living in major hubs like London, Madrid and Hong Kong, Kevin Begg returned to his family’s historic ranch in the Sierras Chicas of Córdoba, Argentina. What began as a brief weekend visit during a business trip turned into a life-changing event, reconnecting him with gaucho culture. He decided to leave finance behind and opened the beautiful Estancia Los Potreros as an authentic working cattle ranch and boutique hospitality experience. Always on horseback and wearing his trademark boina, Kevin has spent the past 25 years embracing a personal mission: to preserve one of Argentina’s greatest cultural legacies, as iconic as the tango, Argentine wine or beef: the gaucho way of life.
REMOTE Talks
From Adventure Travel to Trek-to-Table Cuisine: A Journey Through Panama’s Nature
ROLANDO CHAMORRO (PAN) – Hacienda Mamecillo
When adventure travel entrepreneur Rolando Chamorro’s remote farm-based restaurant was featured in the National Geographic docuseries Restaurants at the End of the World in 2023, he was just trying to lead a calm, sustainable rural life with his wife and two kids in the cloud forests of Boquete, far from his bustling hometown, Panama City. The suddenly famous, tiny “trek-to-table” experiences he shares at home in Hacienda Mamecillo provoked a metamorphosis — evolving the rustic meals and great coffee he once offered into authentic fine gastronomy. Despite never having studied culinary arts, Chamorro became a true Chiriquí ambassador thanks to his passion for Panama’s biodiversity.
REMOTE Talks
Navigating the Trends of Experience-Driven Travel in Latin America
MARITÉ FLORES (PER) – Mabrian Technologies by Data Appeal
Nature- and culture-based experiences are at the heart of the growing demand for Latin American destinations, according to Mabrian by Data Appeal. The global leader in travel intelligence is set to unveil an exclusive study featuring this and other findings at REMOTE Immersion Boquete. Marité Flores, Business Development Manager for Latin America, will present an in-depth analysis of tourist profiles across key international source markets. Drawing on advanced Big Data and Artificial Intelligence methodologies, she will highlight patterns in demand and identify preferences that generate the highest levels of satisfaction in the region.
A seasoned traveler originally from Peru and now splitting her time between Europe and Latin America, Marité brings both analytical rigor and cross-cultural perspective to support the design of experience-led products that resonate with today’s discerning travelers.
REMOTE Seeds Panel
Nature-Based Experiences in Latin America: A Decade of Boutique Evolution
Chaza Fell (CAN), Kensington Tours
Maíta Barrenechea (ARG), Mai10
Renata Luque (BRA), REMOTE Latin America/Reluq
Yvonne Zumárraga (ECU), Golden Galapagos & La Selva Eco-lodge & Retreat
In 2016, when the first REMOTE Immersion was held in the Amazon, ecotourism, remote boutique lodges, and expedition cruises represented a very small niche within the global travel industry. A decade later, Latin America has emerged as one of the most desirable destinations in the world. Outdoor and cultural experiences have moved closer to the center of global demand, and the region has outperformed much of the world in its post-pandemic recovery. In this panel, four women leaders unpack the forces that have reshaped the sector over the past ten years and discuss the outlook for the decade ahead.
Key topics will include:
- The strengthening of nature-based, cultural, and wellness tourism.
- The growth of global demand for Latin America and the Caribbean.
- Post-pandemic reconfiguration in international traveler profiles.
- The impact of technology and future perspectives.
