About

My story, vision and previous projects

Caroline Zimmermann

Get to know me

Hi, I’m Caroline!

I’m a very fast-paced individual who loves to take on new challenges and make things happen. This sense of exploration inspired me to work as a freelancer and bring meaningful projects to life.

My experience in tourism

Throughout the years, I’ve seen the travel industry from many different perspectives. My journey so far included:


  • Master’s thesis on environmental education in tours in the Amazon
  • Content creation for a community-based tour operator in Peru
  • Social media management for a 4-star hotel in Switzerland
  • Designing customized travel itineraries in Peru
  • Official certification as a forst guide in Germany
  • Conservation volunteering in New Zealand

Thanks to this experience in various fields, I got to know both the potential and the challenges of the industry. Now, I want to use this knowledge and inspire people to take new perspectives on traveling and reflect on the impact their choices have.

Countries I have visited

My thoughts about the industry

The more I learned about the tourism industry, the wider the gap seemed between what providers communicate and the experiences travelers actually have.

Tourism providers often present a perfect picture to travelers while – behind the scenes – dealing with challenges like overtourism, which many consumers are completely unaware of.

I believe that, as a trusted point of contact for travelers, it’s our responsibility to include them in the conversation. We need to show destinations as they really are and educate travelers about challenges and non-responsible practices. Because only informed tourists can make informed decisions.

And despite that – or perhaps precisely because of it – they can enjoy unforgettable and meaningful travel experiences that last a lifetime.

Overview of my previous projects

Get some insights into my previous projects and my speciality.

Two llamas standing next to the path in the Peruvian Andes, looking curiously at the camera.
Travel Blogs & Guides

Impactful Travel

Blog posts and tour descriptions for the Website at Impactful Travel (community-based tourism operator for tours in Peru, Ecuador and Costa Rica).

Colorful boat at the harbor of Pangkor Island. Behind it, the forest begins.
Personal Experience Blog

zim-digital

My personal blog, in which I display my thoughts about different destinations, the travel industry and polarizing subjects.

Lady walking in the Andes in colorful traditional gowns.
Sustainability Score

Impactful Travel

Development of a sustainability measurement system to attribute sustainability scores to tours offered online. Implemented by interviewing service providers and communities.

Person holding a wire that has been removed from nature as part of a clean-up event.
Experience Report

Mountain Wilderness

Experience report (in German) written after volunteering for Mountain Wilderness Switzerland, spreading the word about mountain clean up events.

What’s your next project?

I’m curious to hear about your ideas and look forward to joining your next project!