A woman with red hair, wearing a light gray shirt and black capri pants, sits on wide stone steps in front of an old building with textured brick walls. She is looking at the camera and smiling slightly.

Izabela Zielinska

Senior Travel Consultant

Hometown
Rzeszow, Poland
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, & Polish
Education
Degree in International Tourism
Senior Travel Consultant
About Izabela Zielinska

Originally from Poland, Izabela Zielinska holds a degree in International Tourism and a lifelong passion for global exploration. Guided by the philosophy that “the world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page,” Izabela moved to South America to immerse herself in the cultures she now helps others discover. As a trilingual expert fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, she provides a seamless bridge for international travelers.

After falling in love with the spirit of the continent in Buenos Aires, Izabela eventually settled in Colombia, where she currently resides with her husband. Her firsthand experience living in the region allows her to dismantle outdated stereotypes, showcasing Colombia as a vibrant, safe, and culturally rich destination perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

Expertise & Adventure Specializations

  • Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel: Specialist in remote destinations like La Guajira, Colombia, and authentic local village immersions.
  • Active Adventure: Expert in coordinating high-energy itineraries involving hiking, horseback riding, zip-lining, and kayaking.
  • Regional Knowledge: Extensive travel history across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay, Peru, and Colombia.

Izabela’s consulting style is defined by her love for “authentic life.” Whether she is scouting a new hiking trail in the Andes or discovering a hidden culinary gem in a small Colombian pueblo, she is dedicated to creating trips that feed the soul and challenge the traveler’s perspective.

Articles by Izabela Zielinska

A wide view of Colombia’s Tatacoa Desert in the Huila Region shows red, arid land with eroded gullies and sparse cacti, while a green strip of vegetation and cloudy mountains appear in the distant background.

Tatacoa Desert – A Hidden Gem of Colombia’s Huila Region

By Izabela Zielinska
Tatacoa Desert – A Hidden Gem of the Huila Region of Colombia. In this Tatacoa Desert article, we cover How to Get to the Tatacoa Desert, Where is the Tatacoa Desert, See a Tatacoa Desert Map, explore When to Visit the Tatacoa Desert, and view a dream Tatacoa Desert Tour! Your Dream Tatacoa Desert Tour starts here!
A narrow street in Cartagena lined with colorful colonial buildings, balconies decorated with flowers, and Colombian flags hanging under a clear sky—discovering sights like this is one of the best things to do in Colombia. A red car is parked in the distance.

The Best Things to Do in Cartagena Colombia

By Izabela Zielinska
From Segway tours through the city to authentic Colombian cuisine, there are so many things to do and see in Cartagena, Colombia.
This white, irregularly shaped building with organic, wavy lines overlooks the ocean in South America—one of the best honeymoon destinations—surrounded by greenery and a stone path under a partly cloudy sky.

The 10 Best Honeymoon Destinations in South America

By Izabela Zielinska
Discover the 10 best honeymoon destinations in South America. From Cartagena to Machu Picchu, view the best places to honeymoon!