Experiential Tourism: Discover, Learn, and Connect
Experiential tourism is more than just visiting a location; it's about immersing oneself in the culture, history, people, and environment of a destination. It's about going beyond the surface to actively engage in rich, authentic, and personalised experiences.
At Earth Rhythms, we believe experiential tourism fosters a deeper understanding and connection between travellers and their destination.
Passion-Driven Endeavours: At the heart of experiential tourism lies passion. We believe in the power of your passion to drive the development of new experiences - whether it's your love for nature, a fascination for history, or a deep connection to local traditions. You are not just creating an experience, but sharing a part of yourself, showing others a side of life they might never discover without you.
Embracing Authenticity: Experiential tourism is grounded in authenticity. It's about presenting your unique perspective, your unique take on the surroundings in a genuine and unscripted way. You're not crafting just another place for travellers to visit, but offering an authentic window into your world, with the underlying hope that your guests will be transformed by having an encounter with you
Sustainability and Community: We are leaders in sustainability, responsible and regenerative travel, and community involvement. We integrate our experiences into the local ecosystem, ensuring that our ventures have low ecological and carbon footprints, include local foods, and have very low to zero waste, and contribute positively to our communities. We are implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals into every aspect of our work and life.
Lifelong Learning: We value education and hands-on learning. We're dedicated to providing you with the tools, coaching, and guidance you need to create and hone your experiential tourism venture.
Adventure and Innovation: We believe in the spirit of adventure, and the joys of innovation and seeing things in new ways. Experiential tourism is about helping others step out of their comfort zones and explore new horizons, safely, supported, and with a good dose of fun as part of the journey.
Storytelling: Within each community are individuals whose pursuits represent years of research, innovation, and creative application. Many of these people have stories to share. Today's travellers are interested in meeting these folks, to learn and take away practices that they can apply in their daily lives. Developing these stories, told in unique and authentic ways, using local ingredients, tools, history, and food, is one of Earth Rhythms strongest attributes. We have learned how to help businesses tell aspects of their stories as unique, hands-on experiences.
Experiential Tourism Consulting Services
The growth of experiential tourism globally means that many communities, destinations, and regions across Canada are interested in learning how to integrate new experiences into tourism Master Plans, regional tourism strategies, and community-based tourism. Earth Rhythms works with design firms and landscape planners to bring experiential tourism expertise into the design process. Using community-based input consultations, visitor experience analysis, visitor experience photography, and experiential tourism coaching to help, the resulting plans reflect local storytelling, community assets, and differentiators that lend themselves to unique approaches to experience development.
Find Your Place in Experiential Tourism
Are you considering a shift from the typical corporate life to a venture that speaks to your heart, one that allows you to share your passion with others?
If you identify with any of the following, experiential tourism may be for you:
The Passionate Innovator: You believe in sharing your passion with others, transforming it into an authentic, captivating experience that reveals a unique aspect of life. You are not satisfied with the status quo and are eager to carve out your own path. What is it about experiential tourism that offers hope and opportunities?
The Visionary: You see something missing in the world around you. You believe the place you call home has more to offer than what’s presently available. You believe there is an opportunity for you to build something special, something that others might not understand until they see it work. How does one translate vision into experiences that people can take part in?
The Community Builder: You're devoted to your community. You seek to contribute to its development, enrich it, and help it thrive. You believe in experiences that weave a rich tapestry of local narratives and heritage, fostering a deeper sense of community connection. How can you inspire others with this devotion, and engage them to think deeply about their communities, as a result of this time spent with you?
The Lifelong Learner: You are committed to personal growth and learning. You see value in acquiring new skills, knowledge, and insights, and appreciate hands-on learning. You believe that each challenge is an opportunity for growth and development. How could I share this commitment and these values with others?
The Sustainable Entrepreneur: You hold a firm belief in the power of sustainable business. You understand that true success lies not just in profit, but in creating a business model that is in harmony with nature and benefits the community and the planet. What are some tools, techniques, and strategies for doing so?
The Storyteller: You realise that you have a story to share, and. Maybe you have a knack for sharing captivating narratives that add depth and meaning to a place or a concept. You believe in the power of storytelling to form stronger bonds, ignite curiosity, and create memorable experiences. Could someone help you to forge that story into a captivating experience?
Become an Experience Creator
Our Experiential Tourism Coaching Program is a comprehensive and transformative journey that equips passionate individuals, like you, with the necessary tools, insights, and skills to craft exceptional, memorable, and sustainable visitor experiences.
This program brings a mix of theory, practical applications, case studies, and industry insights, addressing the unique needs of transitioning practitioners and professionals, especially those with a desire to contribute to their local communities.
Designed with an emphasis on experiential learning and sustainability, our program provides a thorough understanding of the tourism industry's evolving trends, and guides you through the complexities of managing a business that aligns with your passion and lifestyle.
What You'll Learn
Our coaching program is designed to facilitate a deep understanding of the tourism industry and equip you with the knowledge and skills required to craft legendary visitor experiences.
Here's what you'll learn:
Understand the Experiential Tourism Landscape: Explore the economic and community context for experiential and regenerative tourism. Learn how to identify potential experience partners within your community and how tourism can add value and contribute positively to your community.
Master the Art of Crafting Legendary Visitor Experiences: Learn how to create memorable and immersive experiences that reflect local traditions, landscapes, and cultures. Use the Experience Development process and building blocks to create unique experiences that deeply engage your guests.
Embrace Sustainability and Regenerative Practices: Design regenerative and sustainable visitor experiences that not only delight your guests but also contribute positively to your local environment. Learn how to implement metrics and strategies for shaping tourism as a force for good.
Collaborative Approach: Understand the importance of collaboration with regional partners to create impactful travel experiences. Engage with non-traditional partners, such as local artisans and storytellers, to enhance visitor experiences.
Business Savvy: Understand the different business models for developing Experiential Tourism capacity within your area. Learn how to market and promote new experiences effectively, including using storytelling techniques.
Resources You Will Gain Access To
As a participant in our coaching program, you will gain access to resources designed to aid you on your journey:
Comprehensive Guidebooks: This rich resource contains all the information you need to get started in experiential tourism, including strategies for crafting experiences, understanding economic contexts, designing regenerative experiences, and much more.
Expert Coaching: Benefit from one-on-one time ? through the coaching process. They are here to provide guidance, answer questions, and offer support as you navigate your new career path.
Certification Program: Our coaching comes with a certification program. This recognition could help establish your credibility in the experiential tourism sector.
Access to a Network of Like-minded Individuals: Connect with other individuals who are also passionate about experiential tourism. This community can provide invaluable support, collaboration opportunities, and inspiration.
Tools and Templates: To aid in the development of your visitor experiences, you will have access to various tools and templates. These resources can provide a useful structure as you begin crafting your own unique experiences.
Meet Your Coach - Celes Davar
A biologist, photographer, walker, and storyteller, Celes embodies a unique approach to experiential tourism that encourages deep connections between individuals and their surroundings.
With over 27 years of leadership in experiential tourism across Canada, Celes has successfully empowered individuals and communities from Alberta to Newfoundland to develop and launch unique experiences that reflect their distinctive stories.
His workshops and online presentations are designed to be highly experiential, fostering skill development and community capacity building. With a focus on collaboration, Celes inspires local people to work together, leveraging their collective strengths to make the most of their tourism potential.
As the mastermind behind our coaching program, Celes brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and passion to the table, guiding you through every step of your journey towards becoming an experiential tourism expert in your own right.
Get Started Now
Please contact us using the request form below, which will help us understand what you would like to accomplish. We’ll call you and have a conversation about what you need, and how we can best support you. Contact celes.davar@earthrhythms.ca for more information, or call 204.867.7152.
“As a wood artisan, I was looking for ways to diversify my business by offering more than just a physical wood product. I wanted to interact with customers on a pure and familiar level, offering the opportunity to spend the day in the woodshop and depart feeling a connection to me and my work. I wanted to offer an experience that would stimulate conversation in the woodshop and beyond. The concept was just a small acorn in my mind and I didn’t know how to put it into action. Enter Celes Davar of Earth Rhythms. Upon my first video interaction with Celes, I knew I had just met the sun, the rain, and the soil that my vision, a tiny acorn, needed to grow into a strong and beautiful tree.
Celes took a deep look at my concept, breaking it down piece by piece. He noted parts that were sound, while offering constructive analysis in areas he knew could be improved. Celes does this in the most genuine of ways; he teases the ideas out of you! Sharing my enthusiasm for the idea, he asked provocative and thoughtful questions that allowed him to discover what was important to my vision. His positivity, passion, commitment and ability to nurture an idea proves his merit as a coach. Through Celes’ coaching, I was able to turn a promising vision into a versatile product and then put it to market. Every workshop I have offered thus far has SOLD OUT! Not only have I added value to my business and my products, I now have a growing list of experiencers waiting to register for my next Tree to Table offering. Celes and Success go hand in hand!”