Covadonga Riesco

Travel journalist based in Asturias, Spain, specializing in sustainable luxury hospitality across Northern Spain.Regional expertise and established relationships provide direct access to boutique properties, Relais & Châteaux hotels, family-owned historic palaces, and emerging sustainable luxury destinations across Basque Country, Asturias, Cantabria, and Galicia.Multilingual (Spanish/English) with deep knowledge of northern Spain's hospitality sector, sustainability certifications (Passivhaus, B Corp, GSTC), and heritage tourism.CEO & Founder, Malvado Group (Women Owned, WeConnect International certified).

Specializations

  • Sustainable luxury hospitality
  • Longevity wellness & Blue Zones
  • Relais & Châteaux / LHW /SLH expertise
  • Verified sustainability certifications (Passivhaus, B Corp, Green Key, GSTC)
  • Heritage tourism & preservation
  • Northern Spain regional expertise (Asturias, Basque Country, Galicia, Cantabria)

Credentials

  • WeConnect Int. Certified
  • Women Owned Business
  • Multilingual: Spanish (native) & English (fluent)
  • Based in Asturias, Spain

Contact

Available for editorial assignments, press trips & hospitality content partnerships.

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