The foundation: education and training
Courses, programmes and internships so that young people, senior professionals and communities understand and apply regenerative tourism.
112
young people since 2022, from 9 countries, in graphic design, web development, digital marketing and hospitality
USD 100K+
contributed in resources for professional training
4
territories: Nepal, Bangladesh, Bacalar and Veracruz
23 May
founding partner of World Regenerative Tourism Day
Cumulative figures since July 2022.
Our approach
Promoting regenerative tourism starts with people.
A three-step path, from the foundations to professional opportunities.
Professional services and mentoring
Mentoring and easy-access or subsidized professional services for young and senior talent and for entrepreneurs.
International network and opportunities
Access to our international network of partners, including that of Regenera Luxury, and to professional opportunities in hotels and destinations.
Every step serves the same goal: tourism that leaves destinations, and the people who keep them alive, better than they were. What is regenerative tourism? →
What we do
What we do for people and their communities.
Training, mentoring and easy-access professional services, always at the service of people: those who take part are not clients, but the heart of our mission.
Access to training
We open access to courses, programmes and internships in regenerative tourism and hospitality, with hours recognized by Universidad Anáhuac Cancún.
Guidance
Personal mentoring from industry professionals, so that no one walks their path alone.
First opportunities
Work experiences in hotels and destinations that share our values, for a first step or a fresh start. Several participants have been hired after finishing.
Training for teams
Sessions on regenerative hospitality for hotel and destination teams, always in service of our training mission.
Services for entrepreneurs
Support programmes with easy-access or subsidized professional services for entrepreneurs and small hospitality and tourism projects.
Promoting regenerative tourism
We drive initiatives such as World Regenerative Tourism Day so that hotels, destinations and communities move towards tourism that leaves a positive mark.
Internship programme
112 young people since 2022.
From 9 countries, in graphic design, web development, digital marketing and hospitality.
Every young person is supported throughout their programme: Prof. Héctor de Castro and the association's team of mentors guide their work, review their progress and give them feedback.
Internship programme recognized by Universidad Anáhuac Cancún
From internship to employment
Not just training internships: a gateway into the working world.
After completing their programme, several participants have been hired by partner companies or by Regenera Luxury, whose team today includes people who started as interns, as part of its programme to attract and support young talent.
Now at Regenera Luxury
- Amena AkterInternship 2024 · hired on completion
- Salim SaharierInternship 2024 · hired on completion
- Tamim IqbalInternship · on the team since 2023
“I learned so much and enjoyed every stage. I felt truly supported throughout, and today I feel ready to carry these values into my professional career.”
Translated from Spanish.
“Working with my mentor, Mr. Hector de Castro, [was] incredibly rewarding. He was always there, guiding me through and giving feedback on my work. Overall, it was a fantastic learning experience.”
Initiatives
What we drive and support.
23May
Founding partner
World Regenerative Tourism Day
An annual day inviting hotels, destinations and institutions to move from reducing harm to leaving a positive legacy. First global celebration: 23 May 2027.
Discover the initiative →2026first edition
Recognition we support
Regenera Luxury Hospitality Awards
The first awards dedicated exclusively to regenerative luxury in hotels and retreats. Among the 2026 winners, two of our partners: Refugio Amazonas and Enkopiro Camp.
See the awards →Partners
Institutions we work with.
Education, conservation, community and hospitality: we share knowledge to move towards regenerative tourism.
Kenya · Maasai Mara
Enkopiro Camp
A camp that has driven a school and a hospital for the Maasai community.
Peru · Amazon
Rainforest Expeditions
A benchmark for ecotourism and conservation in the Peruvian Amazon, with three rainforest lodges.
Mexico · University
Universidad Anáhuac Cancún
Specialized content co-created with our faculty, and an internship programme with recognized hours.
News
Opinion, events and outreach.
Opinion · October 2026 · In Spanish
Training people to regenerate destinations
Why training young and senior talent is the heart of regenerative luxury.
Read the article →
Berlin · 5 March 2026
ITB Berlin Convention
Keynote and panel on why regenerative hospitality is the future.
Veracruz · 13 November 2025
Veracruz Regenerativo
A conference for the state's hotel sector with the Veracruz Tourism Department.
Collaborate
Let's join forces for training in destinations.
Universities
Recognized internships, faculty and co-created specialized content.
Hotels & companies
Internships, mentoring and opportunities for young and senior talent.
Foundations & destinations
Training programmes with measurable impact on the ground.
See our membership options for individuals and organizations →
Collaboration request
Tell us who you are and what you are interested in. We will reply from info@lushia.org.
Prefer email? Write to us at info@lushia.org · Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico