Hosted by: Rosalia Dawn & Amalie Ambrosius

In this episode of RetreatLab, Rosalia Dawn, Director of Retreats at Mizata by Antiresort, engages in a heartfelt conversation with Amalie Ambrosius, a passionate advocate for sustainability and community engagement and Mizata by Antiresort’s new Sustainability and Retreats Lead. Amalie shares her transformative journey from the corporate world to hands-on work in El Salvador, where she integrates hospitality with environmental and social impact.​

Embracing Purpose Over Profit

Amalie’s transition from a structured corporate environment to grassroots initiatives in El Salvador highlights the pursuit of meaningful work. Her involvement in projects that blend eco-conscious lodging with community empowerment reflects a commitment to creating spaces where people, nature, and culture coexist harmoniously.​

Embracing Purpose Over Profit

Amalie’s transition from a structured corporate environment to grassroots initiatives in El Salvador highlights the pursuit of meaningful work. Her involvement in projects that blend eco-conscious lodging with community empowerment reflects a commitment to creating spaces where people, nature, and culture coexist harmoniously.​

Retreats as Catalysts for Connection

The discussion delves into the role of retreats in fostering deep community connections. Amalie emphasizes that retreats, when intentionally designed, can serve as hubs for transformation—not only for guests but also for the local communities involved.​

Empowering Through Collaboration

A central theme in Amalie’s narrative is the power of collaboration. By working alongside local women and integrating sustainable practices into tourism models, she illustrates how collective efforts can drive lasting change. Her approach underscores the importance of cultural exchange and respectful engagement in promoting community well-being.​

Empowering Through Collaboration

A central theme in Amalie’s narrative is the power of collaboration. By working alongside local women and integrating sustainable practices into tourism models, she illustrates how collective efforts can drive lasting change. Her approach underscores the importance of cultural exchange and respectful engagement in promoting community well-being.​

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• Purpose-driven work can emerge from stepping out of conventional career paths.

• Retreats have the potential to build meaningful community connections.

• Collaboration and cultural exchange are vital in sustainable tourism.

• Empowering local communities leads to transformative experiences for all involved.​

Amalie’s journey serves as a powerful reminder that intentional choices and collective action can lead to a more sustainable and connected world. Tune in to this episode of RetreatLab to explore how retreats can be a force for positive change.