Dolores Semeraro interviews Sonja Gottlebe Sustainable Tourism Advocate | Eco-Lodge Pioneer of Madagascar. 

sonja is a champion of Sustainable Tourism in Madagascar, with over three decades of pioneering work in the tourism industry. 

During this episode, Sonja highlights the country's resilience despite crises but noted the severe impact of COVID-19, with tourist numbers plummeting from 400,000 in 2019 to 150,000 in 2024. Madagascar's lack of a national airline and poor infrastructure hinder tourism but Sonja emphasized the need for a comprehensive development strategy, including education, infrastructure, and sustainable practices. 

Also on the episode

• Sonia Gottlebe's Background and Early Tourism Experience
• Current State of Tourism in Madagascar
• Challenges and Opportunities in Madagascar's Tourism Sector
• Strategies for Tourism Development in Madagascar
• Impact of Poverty and Politics on Tourism
• Local Talents and Community Involvement
• Connectivity and Tourism Sustainability
• Perception and Marketing of Madagascar
• Responsible Tourism Practices
• Future of Tourism in Madagascar

Host of Truth Behind Travel Podcast, Dolores Semeraro is a sought-after international tourism keynote speaker and sustainable tourism marketing professional.

Dolores actively works in the tourism and travel conference space as a keynote speaker and moderator, gracing the stages of international tourism summits and trade shows.

As a professional keynote speaker, Dolores’ speaking topics encompass sustainability in tourism, digital marketing and how to identify today’s traveler’s needs through technology and innovation.

5 years ago, Dolores launched her podcast show named ‘Truth Behind Travel Podcast’ where she regularly interviews tourism and travel industry leaders and representatives on how to rebuild the future of travel.

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