What happens when a love for art, culture and community transforms into a thriving boutique hospitality business in the hills above Rio de Janeiro?

In this soulful episode of The Business of Glamping and Unique Holiday Rentals, I sit down with Dacia Young, a passionate Bed and Breakfast owner who left behind the familiar and followed a dream to Brazil’s bohemian heart... Santa Teresa.

We explore how her unique 13-room heritage property, expertly decorated with elegant art pieces, became more than just a guest stay… it became a reset space and a sanctuary for rest, reflection, and realignment.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Why she chose a boutique, cultural model over the traditional tourist trail

• How her family-run Bed and Breakfast delivers that wow factor with local art, garden views and homemade breakfasts

• What inspired her to launch "Reset Retreats", and how they’re helping guests slow down, reflect, and restore

• The power of hosting transformational experiences (and what guests really want from a retreat)

• What it’s like to move abroad and start a business around a different pace of life

If you've ever dreamt of running your business in a vibrant new country… or building a retreat that offers more than just a pretty view, this episode will leave you inspired, grounded and full of ideas.

Because sometimes, the best way to grow your business… is to slow down.

If you want to visit Dacia in Casa Jomo, attend one of her retreats or learn from her if you are thinking of relocating, visit: https://www.casajomo.art/

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Sarah Riley - The Glamping Academy

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In this episode, host Sarah Riley chats with Steph Curtis-Raleigh, a global expert in the experiential travel and glamping industry, to take stock of the sector’s latest developments. From luxury eco-resorts thriving worldwide to challenges facing traditional glamping operators, they explore key industry trends, shifts in demand, and innovative business models that are shaping the future.

Steph shares inspiring success stories worldwide, including a groundbreaking resort in Mauritius that turned an urban plot into a thriving community hub. They discuss how networking, adaptability, and creativity drive businesses forward, even in uncertain times. If you're in the experiential hospitality space, this episode is packed with insights and takeaways you won’t want to miss.

For more information about the Eco Resort Network please email Steph or visit: https://www.ecoresort.network/ and steph@ecoresort.network

Sarah Riley - The Glamping Academy

Learn what it takes to launch a glamping business: https://www.inspiredcoursesvip.com

Join the Glamping Start Up And Grow Club: https://www.inspiredcoursesvip.com/club

Take part in the Masterclasses: https://www.inspiredcoursesvip.com/masterclasses

Contact Sarah through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahrileyuk/

All show notes can be found with each podcast episode and in this archive: https://www.inspiredcamping.com/category/podcast/

What's it like to work in a traditional job and build a glamping business on the side? Is it possible? More importantly, is it realistic to think that your side hustle can one day be your forever job, allowing you to power down from the corporate world?

This is what Teresa and Jon from Devonia Escapes have been exploring, which led them to setup their cabin business, Devonia Escapes. Want to know how they've designed their corporate escape plan? Literally? Welcome to episode 69

Get in touch:

Sarah Riley: Startup Advisor for Glamping Businesses And Retreat Events The Glamping Academy https://glamping.academy hosted by https://www.inspiredcoursesvip.com/

Teresa & Jon: Devonia Escapes in North Devon, UK, https://devoniaescapes.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/devoniaescapes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devoniaescapes