Identify the location
Planeterra staff works with our travel partners to identify countries, regions and communities where Planeterra projects could be created.
What we look for
- Lots of travellers
- Lots of departures
- A community need
Research
Once locations have been pinpointed, Planeterra staff start the research process by searching online, and reaching out to destination experts.
On some occasions, tour leaders bring a project to Planeterra directly!
Intro calls
After reaching out to organizations that fit Planeterra’s model, staff arrange introductory calls, and ask questions according to a set criteria.
What we look for
- Social enterprises
- Community organizations
- Indigenous businesses
- NGOs
Identify the location
Planeterra staff works with our travel partners to identify countries, regions and communities where Planeterra projects could be created.
What we look for
- Lots of travellers
- Lots of departures
- A community need
Research
Once locations have been pinpointed, Planeterra staff start the research process by searching online, and reaching out to destination experts.
On some occasions, tour leaders bring a project to Planeterra directly!
Intro calls
After reaching out to organizations that fit Planeterra’s model, staff arrange introductory calls, and ask questions according to a set criteria.
What we look for
- Social enterprises
- Community organizations
- Indigenous businesses
- NGOs
Site visits
Site visits are organized so that logistical questions can be asked and in-person partnerships created. Planeterra reaches out to our global team who have knowledge of the region.
Invest & Test
Invest
Planeterra assesses partner needs, creates agreements and provides funding for improvements like training, or investments in infrastructure.
Test
Travellers visit the potential project, and feedback is collected.
Planeterra project integration
Project partner becomes an official supplier!
Brochures and web itineraries of travel partners are updated with a Planeterra project, and a description of the partner is posted on Planeterra’s website. Planeterra continues to monitor the partnership, having regular calls and annual impact evaluation surveys, while taking in feedback from travellers about the experiences.
Site visits
Site visits are organized so that logistical questions can be asked and in-person partnerships created. Planeterra reaches out to our global team who have knowledge of the region.
Invest & Test
Invest
Planeterra assesses partner needs, creates agreements and provides funding for improvements like training, or investments in infrastructure.
Test
Travellers visit the potential project, and feedback is collected.
Planeterra project integration
Project partner becomes an official supplier!
Brochures and web itineraries of travel partners are updated with a Planeterra project, and a description of the partner is posted on Planeterra’s website. Planeterra continues to monitor the partnership, having regular calls and annual impact evaluation surveys, while taking in feedback from travellers about the experiences.