
Tesa Totengco
Founder & CEO, Travels with Tesa
Tesa Totengco is a seasoned explorer, professional travel advisor, entrepreneur, and advocate for independent travel. Originally from the Philippines, she has called New York City home for 40 years. Her journeys around the world have shaped her belief in travel’s transformative power to build confidence and connection. In her role as a travel advisor, she helps others—especially women—step outside their comfort zones and design meaningful, personalized adventures.