I’m Rafa, the one who takes loose sparks of ideas and shapes them into stories you can feel. Growing up on a small island, my imagination was always running bigger than the horizon—I once pictured a bridge 1,600 miles (about 2,500 kilometers) long from Puerto Rico to New York, just to bring the wider world within reach. That wonder never left me.
It led me to Graphic Design (and, more importantly, where I met Yoly). From there, we built a family, a life, and a rhythm together. Along the way, ideas kept multiplying—always blending curiosity with creativity.
Now, through Romders, I get to put that imagination to work in the best way possible: turning our travels into stories that connect places, people, and legends. I create the world you step into when you travel with us.
Rafael
I’m Yoly, the logistics “brainiac” of Romders—the one who makes sure tickets are booked, bags are packed, and there’s a comfy place waiting at the end of the day, even if some nights remind me that not every bed is comfortable, that’s part of the journey too. Planning is in my nature, yet travel keeps showing me that the best moments often come from what you don’t expect.
My journey began in the creative world, where Rafa and I first crossed paths. I later spent years in education, earning a Master’s in Leadership and guiding others toward brighter futures. When Rafa suggested early retirement, I knew it wasn't about stopping; it was about redirecting that energy into exploring new cultures and capturing the stories waiting to be discovered.
For me, it’s not just about the destination —it’s about noticing the tiny details that make each place unforgettable, and sharing those stories with anyone curious enough to come along.