Fancy a steaming pan of paella in an old courtyard fitted with towering ferns? How about seafood tapas and Sangria on the Atlantic Coast? Spain has a gastronomic history as rich and diverse as its quiet pastoral hills of the north and the sunny stretch of Andalusia, the beating heart of the flamenco dance with its vivid movements.

With dreamy seaside villages, enchanting old architecture that includes a sprinkling of fairy-tale castles, and a rich gastronomic tradition comprised of grilled sardines and bacalhau, Portugal is a destination that satiates all senses. Porto, Lisbon, Faro – the major cities are situated on the coast, a testament to Portugal’s long seafaring history.

Home to the legend of El Dorado which told of a lost city of gold, to travel to Colombia is like stumbling upon a rare gem. The South American country straddles both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It has otherworldly rainforests, wetlands, lakes and a river with seven colors. The mountains are swathed in grassy savannas and the cooler coffee-growing region has the world’s tallest wax palm trees. You’re never far from a natural wonder as Colombia is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet.

In coincidence with the launching of Naya´s immersive experience in Colombia, which includes a visit to the Finca, and honoring the International Women’s Day, we had a conversation with Doña Blanca. Her dedication to this ancestral tradition involving Nature´s beauty and her vast life experience of respect for local communities.