Altai Italia DMC is an incoming tour operator specializing in active and experiential holidays across Italy. They organize trips for individuals or small groups, aiming to provide travelers with unique experiences, exploring magnificent natural landscapes and off-the-beaten-path routes.
As specialists in Outdoor Tourism, they believe it’s their responsibility to promote sustainable and responsible tourism, fostering positive impacts while minimizing negative ones. They ensure the safety of their travelers and uphold respect for others and the territories explored.
With the First Mile Project, they decided to:
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Located in a preserved setting along the coastal path between Collioure and Argelès-sur-Mer, the Grand Hôtel du Golfe**** offers a haven of tranquility and luxury. Nestled just steps from the most beautiful coves of the Pyrénées-Orientales, this 4-star hotel is an oasis of calm conducive to rejuvenation. With easy access to secluded coves and proximity to Collioure, the Grand Hôtel du Golfe**** serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the Vermilion Coast, which offers a wide range of places to discover. This hotel offers elegant and minimalist rooms. The Mediterranean garden, heated outdoor pool, and private spa provide guests with an idyllic setting for relaxation and enjoyment.
With the First Mile project, they decided to:
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Guarnerio is a cooperative company founded in 1982 and based in Udine, Italy. Their core business lies in cultural services. Since 2012, they have also expanded into Cultural and Sustainable Tourism, focusing particularly on managing and promoting cultural heritage.
In the tourism sector, Guarnerio has prioritized social structures, starting with the management of the Domus Augusta Hostel in Aquileia, a significant site for Roman archaeology. Their goal is to create a synergistic relationship between tourism, culture, and the territory, all with a focus on sustainability. They also collaborate with local authorities and prioritize development in internal areas.
Over the years, Guarnerio has expanded its offerings, adding a hostel in San Vito al Tagliamento, the “Casa delle Giuggiole” guesthouse in Dogna, the Kantina hotel in Fusine Valromana, and most recently, Villa Serena in Lignano Sabbiadoro. Their aim is to provide a sustainable travel experience with an informal guest relationship, ultimately promoting the value of the territory.
With the First Mile Project, they decided to:
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Located in the heart of Toulouse, the Hôtel Héliot offers a unique stay experience in the Pink City. This charming Toulouse establishment features 12 comfortable rooms, ideal for accommodating 1 to 4 people. Thanks to its proximity to the train station, parking, and public transportation, it serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the city. Nestled in a former residence dating back to the 1900s and converted into a hotel since the end of World War II, the Hôtel Héliot has preserved its soul, authenticity, and charisma throughout its evolution. Labeled as a “Hotel of Charm and Character,” their independent and family-run establishment is part of a selection of over 800 hotels worldwide. Each property is chosen for its authenticity, charm, personality, design, and history.
With the First Mile project, they decided to:
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Ilaria is a tour guide, travel designer, and travel writer passionate about responsible tourism, outdoor life, and authentic experiences. As a travel designer and tour guide, she specializes in organizing experiential and sustainable trips for small groups in the Azores, Portugal, and other countries where she has spent extended periods living. She arranges private guided tours, promotes stays in family-run accommodations, boutique hotels, and eco-friendly destinations, and prioritizes walking and cycling journeys. Through her blog “Travel with Ila” and collaborations with international travel magazines, she shares her experiences and reflections.
She is the author of a guidebook dedicated to the Azores and is currently working on two new books recounting personal travel stories, including adventures like climbing Kilimanjaro and solo travels in Latin America. She is excited to present and publish “The Responsible Traveler’s Handbook” with the support of the First Mile project.
With the First Mile Project, she decided to:
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Nestled in the heart of the city of Narbonne, Hôtel La Résidence*** occupies an elegant 19th-century mansion, delicately combining charm and authenticity. Ideally located just a stone’s throw away from historical monuments, museums, and the tranquil Canal de la Robine, this charming establishment appeals to clientele seeking relaxation or business travel. Within the bar of Hôtel La Résidence***, guests can indulge in a selection of local wines from the prestigious regions of Corbières and Minervois, providing an authentic gastronomic experience of the area.
With the First Mile project, they decided to:
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Since 2001 Genius Loci Turismo has offered unsurpassed active adventures all over Italy for individual travelers and small groups ranging from soft adventures to real challenges.
Providing detailed roadbooks, route notes, and maps, they guide their clients into their favorite Italian regions, providing professional support on and off the road. On hidden paths and unique cycling routes, they strive to reveal the “Real Spirit of Italy” by discovering spectacular landscapes and cultural traditions. Continuous ‘inn-to-inn’ biking tours or just an active short break – with their wide experience and expert knowledge of the territory, they offer carefully selected accommodations on all tours, where their clients can delve into Italian hospitality and culinary delicacies.
Genius Loci Travel is a member of the ActiveItaly network, the Italian network of Italian Tour operators specializing in Active and sustainable holidays.
With the First Mile Project, they decided to:
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The Good Butler is a vacation rental management agency, located in Corsica, on the southern shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio. With a carefully selected collection of properties, it offers travelers a diverse range of accommodations tailored to their preferences. Each property is handpicked for its exceptional quality, ensuring that guests receive top-notch hospitality and comfort. With easy-to-use booking features and personalized recommendations, The Good Butler simplifies the travel planning process.
With the First Mile project, they decided to:
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Dafne Viaggi Tour Operator is located in the wonderful Historic Center of the City of Genoa. It was born in 2013 thanks to the experience of Dafne Cooperative’s environmental and hiking guides and tour guides, who doing fieldwork, among the overhanging paths and the crystal clear sea, the intricate mazes of the Caruggi (narrow medieval roads) and the ancient Ligurian medieval Borghi, have created excellent tourism products. A deep knowledge of the area and a passion for environmental protection has enabled Dafne to grow as a dedicated Incoming tour operator, not only in the field of educational travel for schools, but also for individuals and small groups, both Italian and foreign.
With the First Mile Project, they decided to:
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Jonas creates holidays by bike, boat and on foot, to move slowly and rediscover the pleasure of getting to know places and people with whom you can feel good. They are sensitive to the issue of sustainability and are convinced that working in this direction is a way to create a greener and more lasting future for everyone. They have always been committed to promoting a green approach: they choose suppliers and partners who share their vision of a tourism more in line with nature and the places visited.
They have decided to bring the First Mile Project on board some of their boat holidays to promote good habits and make people understand how beautiful a green experience at sea can be.
With the First Mile Project, they decided to:
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