Best Jason Elkins Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Marketing Podcasts (2025)

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Adventure Travel with Mari-Liis Luha - Taisto Bussid | Europe 44:08

6d ago44:08

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Mari-Liis Luha Sales Director Taisto Bussid | Europe Mari-Liis Luha is the heart behind our partnerships. With a background in hospitality, sales, and team management, she leads the sales department at Taisto Bussid with care, clarity, and purpose. As the main point of contact for travel agencies, tour operators, and corporate clients, Mari-Liis en…

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Adventure Travel with Nancy De Losa - A'qto Cycling | Italy 59:12

13d ago59:12

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Nancy De Losa Co-Founder A’qto Cycling Nancy De Losa is the Co-Founder of A’qto Italian Cycling Tours, a boutique cycling tour company offering immersive experiences in Italy. With a background in brand, marketing, and entrepreneurship, Nancy blends her deep connection to Italy with her passion for people and travel. Since launching A’qto Cycling T…

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Adventure Travel with Matthew C. Johnson - Sustainable Ascents Foundation 1:07:19

20d ago1:07:19

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Matthew C. Johnson President Sustainable Ascents Foundation Matthew is a self-described adventure traveler in search of a plot, a part-time endurance athlete, a mosh pit enthusiast and an accidental Fellow at the Royal Geographical Society. summary In this episode, Jason Elkins speaks with Matthew Johnson, president of the Sustainable Ascents Found…

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Adventure Travel with Mark Everton - Explore Seattle Southside 58:47

27d ago58:47

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Mark Everton CEO Explore Seattle Southside Mark spent 35+ years managing hotels for Four Seasons, Marriott, Hilton and Joie de Vivre on the west coast and Hawaii. In 2016 Visit Oakland (California) was searching for a new leader. Mark chose to make the leap from hotel to destination leadership. In the midst of Covid and the shut down of travel, the…

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Adventure Travel with Gerardo Niklitschek - ALSUR Expediciones 59:17

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Gerardo Niklitschek Owner & Founder ALSUR Expediciones Gerardo Niklitschek is the founder of ALSUR Expediciones and one of Patagonia’s most seasoned and respected adventure guides. With more than 30 years of experience exploring the wild landscapes of southern Chile and Argentina, Gerardo leads unforgettable journeys into the heart of Patagonia—com…

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Adventure Travel with Jeff Peterson - Reelin Family Fun 1:03:08

1M ago1:03:08

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Jeff Peterson Owner & Founder Reelin Family Fun Meet Jeff Peterson, the spirited owner of Reelin Family Fun! He’s all about transforming ordinary family outings into extraordinary adventures filled with laughter and learning. With a deep passion for fishing and exploring the outdoors, Jeff, along with the dedicated Reelin Family Fun Staff, creates …

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Adventure Travel with David Brodie - Voyascape Podcast Network 47:35

2M ago47:35

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David Brodie Founder & CEO Voyascape Podcast Network David is founder of Voyascape and one of the world’s first travel podcasters, having launched the Travel in 10 podcast in 2005. He continues to host and produce Travel in 10 & also co-hosts the Journeytelling Podcast. He’s the former Global VP of an award-winning PR agency where he led award-winn…

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Adventure Travel with Tony Carne - Videreo 1:10:38

2M ago1:10:38

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Tony Carne Co-Founder Videreo Tony has travel flowing through his veins. From starting as a guide to building the global Urban Adventures business at Intrepid Travel, Tony has always worked in service of the local businesses & communities who underpin travel. Tony continues this today at Videreo. summary In this episode of the Big World Made Small …

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Adventure Travel with Wells Jones - A Line in the Sand Media 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

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Wells Jones Author A Line in the Sand Media Wells Jones (aka Tad Jones) is former Navy Antarctic Pararescue & Survival Instructor, American Academy of Dramatic Arts NYC graduate with Off-broadway, commercial, TV & film credits, producer/director of multiple live events in venues including Kennedy Center Opera House, Lincoln Center Avery Fisher Hall…

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Adventure Travel with Emanuel Rose - Strategic eMarketing 40:52

2M ago40:52

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Emanuel Rose Founder/Author Strategic eMarketing Emanuel Rose was born and raised on the West Coast of the United States. He has spent over three decades earning a reputation in cutting edge marketing. As an author and expert in the field, Emanuel specializes in direct response advertising, and content marketing at his digital agency, Strategic eMa…

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Adventure Travel with Edward Lyimo - Pristine Trails 1:06:02

3M ago1:06:02

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Edward Lyimo Founder & CEO Pristine Trails As the founder of Pristine Trails, Edward brings 20 years of experience in the tourism industry, backed by a degree in African Wildlife Management. His commitment to ethical travel, team development and personal growth for his staff sets a unique standard in the local tour industry. Edward’s vision for Pri…

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Adventure Travel with Angelo Carotenuto - LivTours 1:03:12

3M ago1:03:12

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Angelo Carotenuto Founder and Co-Owner LivTours Angelo Carotenuto, founder of LivTours, has been transforming travel since 2009 by creating intimate, unforgettable experiences across Europe. Starting as a tour guide and performer in his hometown of Rome, Angelo saw the demand for authentic, small-group and private tours and launched LivTours (forme…

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Adventure Travel with Tom Rosenbauer - The Orvis Company 43:36

3M ago43:36

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Tom Rosenbauer Chief Enthusiast The Orvis Company Tom Rosenbauer has been with the Orvis Company since 1976, and while there has been a fishing school instructor, copywriter, public relations director, merchandise manager, and was editor of The Orvis News for 10 years. He is currently their chief marketing enthusiast, which is what they call people…

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Adventure Travel with Juli Berwald - Tela Coral 58:12

3M ago58:12

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Juli Berwald Author & President Tela Coral Marine invertebrates stole my heart on my first snorkel in the Red Sea during college. Hoping to study the ocean forever, I spent seven years building mathematical algorithms to interpret satellite imagery of the ocean, receiving my Ph.D. in ocean science. My husband stole my heart next, and I drifted away…

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Adventure Travel with Kelsey Tonner - Guest Focus 44:52

3M ago44:52

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Kelsey Tonner Founder Guest Focus Kelsey Tonner is the founder of Guest Focus Tour Business Coaching and for two decades he’s been helping tour business owners as a mentor, consultant, speaker, experience designer, guide trainer, and award-winning tour leader. Since 2015, their programs have helped over 2,000 tour operators from 75+ countries aroun…

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Adventure Travel with Jake Field - The Ultimate Adventure Travel Company 1:00:55

3M ago1:00:55

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Jake Field Owner The Ultimate Adventure Travel Company My Name is Jake and I am the founder and owner of The Ultimate Adventure Travel Company. I have been working in the travel industry for the past 7 years and after leading many trips abroad to places like Everest base camp and Kilimanjaro i set out to pursue my dream of being a business owner an…

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Adventure Travel with Brian Schon - True Colombia Travel and Cannúa 1:00:49

3M ago1:00:49

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Brian Schon Co-Founder and President True Colombia Travel and Cannúa With ten years of experience leading travelers around Colombia, Brian is an expert in Colombian tourism and hospitality. He is focused on True Colombia Travel’s commercial and administrative departments, and is also one of a small number of internationally certified rummeliers (ru…

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Adventure Travel with Maddi Bourgerie - RVshare 1:00:41

4M ago1:00:41

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Maddi Bourgerie Travel Expert RVshare Maddi is a seasoned travel expert with over a decade of experience in the travel industry. Having explored nearly all 50 states, more than 25 countries, and 25 RV rentals, Maddi has a wealth of knowledge in outdoor travel. She is currently a full-time advocate for RVshare, where she passionately supports the co…

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Adventure Travel with David Long - Eko Patagonia 1:08:21

4M ago1:08:21

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David Long Founder Eko Patagonia A former exchange student turned visionary founder, my journey to creating Eko Patagonia led me to Chile’s pristine Aysén region. Through personal transformation and deep connection to the land, I developed the ALIVE AWAKE AWARE framework that now guides our lux boutique eco-lodge. Our innovative approach to regener…

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Adventure Travel with Lindsey Conroy - AdZENtures 1:09:29

4M ago1:09:29

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Lindsey Conroy Owner, Lead Guide AdZENtures Lindsey is an avid traveler and has designed a life that is centered around movement, travel, unique experiences and social interactions…and yoga. She has been practicing yoga for the past 13 years and after a few years of practice, decided she wanted to learn more while having no intention to teach…that …

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Adventure Travel with Kieron Wilde - First Nature Tours 42:43

4M ago42:43

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Kieron Wilde Founder and CEO First Nature Tours Kieron Wilde is an Ecologist and Entrepreneur with 18 years of tourism industry experience. His company First Nature specializes in curating tours for individuals, corporations, and school groups that blend education, adventure, and sustainability to make a positive impact on the planet. Kieron is als…

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Adventure Travel with Julian Kheel - Points Path 1:04:23

4M ago1:04:23

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Julian Kheel Founder and CEO Points Path Over the last 15 years, Julian Kheel has become one of the world’s top experts on travel rewards. He first learned the ins and outs of travel loyalty programs while flying more than 200,000 miles a year as a TV producer and director for World Wrestling Entertainment (and yes, of course it’s all real). He exp…

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Adventure Travel with Kim Bennett - AtlasGuru 46:11

4M ago46:11

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Kim Bennett Founder/CEO AtlasGuru Kim Bennett is a passionate leader with a mission to revolutionize travel planning through building an AI itinerary to Advisor. She launched AtlasGuru to empower travelers with honest information, sourced from a global community and uses OpenAI’s ChatGPT technology to personalize trip planning using human-curated i…

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Adventure Travel with Vanessa Gordon - East End Taste 56:21

4M ago56:21

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Vanessa Gordon CEO and Publisher East End Taste Vanessa Gordon is not just a name; she’s a powerhouse in the world of culinary travel and lifestyle! As the CEO and Publisher of East End Taste, she curates a digital publication that dives deep into sustainable and international culinary travel, all with a refined focus on seasonal coastal destinatio…

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Adventure Travel with Eric Sheets - Latin Excursions 46:13

4M ago46:13

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Eric Sheets Founder / Director Latin Excursions In Spring 2004, then a corporate-world warrior, I decided to bring some colleagues to the Galapagos Islands for an adventure in Darwin’s archipelago. My Ecuadorian mother instilled in me a deep love and appreciation for the islands, so this adventure to the Galapagos was a chance to share my insider k…

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Adventure Travel with Simon Locke - Colombia57 Tour, Travel & Logistics 53:05

5M ago53:05

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Simon Locke Co-Owner Colombia57 Tour, Travel & Logistics Simon grew up on a dairy farm in the beautiful New Forest, England where he developed a strong love for the countryside and fishing. His adventures in various industries helped him build valuable business skills—starting with Mechanical Engineering at an automotive leader and later launching …

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Adventure Travel with Simon Grove - Simon Grove Travel 1:09:08

5M ago1:09:08

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Simon Grove Company Owner Simon Grove Travel Having travelled extensively across Europe Simon embarked on an epic overland journey from London to Kathmandu via Nairobi in the mid-90s. Upon his return, he found his calling in the travel industry and joined Explore Worldwide as a tour leader. Over the past three decades, he's worked in adventure, lux…

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Adventure Travel with Richard McColl - Colombia Calling Podcast 1:04:30

5M ago1:04:30

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Richard McColl Colombia Jack of All Trades! Colombia Calling Podcast Richard is a long-time freelance foreign correspondent based in Colombia, host of the Colombia Calling podcast and the LatinNews podcast, author of Colombia at a Crossroads and owner of two small guesthouses in Mompos...in addition to being a husband to Alba and father to two smal…

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Adventure Travel with Sagar Pandey - Himalayan Glacier Adventure & Travel Company 43:49

5M ago43:49

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Sagar Pandey Founder & CEO Himalayan Glacier Adventure & Travel Company Sagar Pandey, a name synonymous with excellence in adventure tourism and hospitality, has carved a remarkable legacy as the CEO and Founder of Himalayan Glacier Adventure and Travel Company. With a career spanning decades, his passion for connecting people with the splendour of…

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Adventure Travel with Pilar Osorio - Ancestral Travel Colombia 46:39

5M ago46:39

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Pilar Osorio Communications Advisor Ancestral Travel Colombia As a Communication Advisor, I channel my passion for storytelling into sustainable tourism and purpose-driven projects, fostering experiences that respect both people and the planet. I am also a literature professor with a PhD in Literature and Film, for whom literature has always been a…

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Adventure Travel with Jorge Salas - New Paths Expeditions 1:03:10

5M ago1:03:10

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Jorge Salas CEO and Founder New Paths Expeditions Jorge Salas, the visionary CEO and founder of USA based New Paths Expeditions, is guiding the celebrated tour operator into its milestone 10th anniversary in 2024. With a lifelong passion for wildlife and exploration, Jorge has extensive experience in the travel industry, having led expeditions acro…

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Adventure Travel with Jean Zunkel - BJ Adventures 49:14

6M ago49:14

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Jean Zunkel President & Co Owner BJ Adventures, Inc. At the age of 13, I knew that I wanted to travel the world. I designed my life to make that possible. I was in the textile world for 45 years, married to an International Banker and then started a travel business. I have been to over 195 countries and have new ones on the agenda for every year go…

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Adventure Travel with Erin Carey - Roam Generation 1:06:44

6M ago1:06:44

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Erin Carey Director Roam Generation Erin Carey is the founder of Roam Generation, a PR agency dedicated to helping brands and experts in the travel, adventure, and lifestyle sectors grow. Roam Generation was originally founded on a yacht as Erin and her family sailed around the world. Despite having no prior sailing experience, Erin and her husband…

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Adventure Travel with James Michael Dorsey - Author & Explorer 58:03

6M ago58:03

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Area/Topic Exploration, Whales, Indigenous Communities James Michael Dorsey Author & Explorer James Michael Dorsey is an award-winning author, explorer, and lecturer who has spent three decades researching remote tribal cultures in fifty-nine countries. His personal narratives give a small voice to those who otherwise would vanish from the earth wi…

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Adventure Travel with Sara Kearns - Travels with Sara 51:40

6M ago51:40

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Area/Topic Africa, Safaris Sara Kearns Owner Travels with Sara I am a dedicated passionate seller of Africa. My highly regarded private safaris are customized, tailored to the client. I travel with them to give the very best safari experience. Always looking for new adventures in the splendor of Africa. I have also published a very successful guide…

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Adventure Travel with Gary Arndt - Everything Everywhere Daily 51:34

7M ago51:34

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Area/Topic Worldwide Travel, Travel Writing, Photography, Podcasting Gary Arndt Podcaster Everything Everywhere Daily Gary Arndt is the host of Everything Everywhere Daily. Before launching Everything Everywhere Daily in July 2020, he spent the previous 13 years traveling around the world. His travels have taken him to over 200 countries/territorie…

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Adventure Travel with Maria Samper - Calanoa Amazonas 51:34

7M ago51:34

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Area/Topic Colombian Amazon, Indigenous Communities, Ecotourism Maria Samper Co-Owner Calanoa Amazonas Maria is a global humanitarian, artist, and singer who has lived in 14 countries, embracing the diversity of cultures and experiences. Maria also facilitates healing workshops, inspired by deep roots in the Amazon, channeling the wisdom and magic …

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Adventure Travel with Doni Belau - Girls' Guide to the World 36:32

7M ago36:32

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Area/Topic Women's Group & Independent Travel Doni Belau Founder & CEO Girls' Guide to the World Doni Belau founded the women-only tour company Girls’ Guide to the World in 2009. With a mission to empower women of all ages to explore the world, Girls’ Guide to the World now offers 60 tours to 40 countries. As an intrepid traveler who has explored o…

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Adventure Travel with Bruce McLean - BnB Colombia Tours 53:25

7M ago53:25

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Area/Topic Colombia, Incentive Travel Bruce McLean Founder BnB Colombia Tours I’m a Kiwi who found a home in the heart of the Colombian Coffee Zone after falling in love with this incredible country (and a girl) back in 2009. Now settled in a small town here, I’ve had the adventure of traveling across Colombia, discovering its breathtaking diversit…

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Adventure Travel with Phil Paoletta - Scoot West Africa 1:07:08

7M ago1:07:08

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Area/Topic West Africa, Business, Culture, Food, Scooter Trips Phil Paoletta Co-owner Scoot West Africa Formerly a middle school teacher in Washington, DC, Phil Paoletta is now a semi-nomad based in West Africa. An obsession with highlife music originally drew him to Ghana in 2005. Once he arrived there, he found other things — groundnut stew, the …

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Adventure Travel with Todd Smith - AdventureSmith Explorations 1:27:19

8M ago1:27:19

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Area/Topic Worldwide, Expedition Cruises, Adventure Tourism Industry, Business Todd Smith Founder & President AdventureSmith Explorations Inspired by his grandfather to camp and travel the world, Todd’s wanderlust started early. A cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment changed his outlook on life, instilling at an early age a precious perspectiv…

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Adventure Travel with Sebastian Riedel - Oasis Travel Platform 53:45

8M ago53:45

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Area/Topic Technology Trends & Tourism Sebastian Riedel CEO Oasis Travel Platform Sebastian is the CEO of the Oasis Travel Platform, a company dedicated to streamlining travel operations for businesses. From an early age, Sebastian’s life was shaped by his passion for travel, which led him to transition from a successful career in technology to the…

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Adventure Travel with Alex Veka - Vibe Adventures 53:58

8M ago53:58

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Area/Topic Mexico, Latin America, Business Alex Veka Founder Vibe Adventures Passionate traveler, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner on a mission to make authentic, responsible, and mind-broadening travel accessible to adventurers and curious souls worldwide. "Originally from Belarus, I've lived, studied, and worked in seven countries before findin…

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Adventure Travel with Ant Kaschula - Private Guided Safaris 1:11:03

8M ago1:11:03

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Area/Topic Africa, Safaris, Conservation, Guiding Ant Kaschula Founder Private Guided Safaris I am a born & bred, fourth generation Zimbabwean who's professional guiding career spans more than two decades. I have travelled the length and breadth of the African continent and I have guided or lead safaris or expeditions in twenty-one different Africa…

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Adventure Travel with Jim Young - Adventurous Ewe 51:08

9M ago51:08

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Area/Topic Worldwide, Trekking, Lifestyle Jim Young Founder & Director Adventurous Ewe From the heart of Snowdonia in North Wales, Jim founded Adventurous Ewe after years of guiding overland expeditions and trekking through many remote patches of the planet. This combined with his profound passion for and knowledge of the world’s diverse environmen…

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Adventure Travel with Marc Leaderman - Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel 1:08:52

9M ago1:08:52

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Area/Topic Worldwide, Central Asia, Middle East Marc Leaderman Product & Operations Director Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel When I was younger we never journeyed anywhere as a family, so my love of travel really started at university when I spent one summer teaching English in Romania, in what turned out to be one of the most transformative trips …

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Adventure Travel with Alan Feldstein - Infinite Safari Adventures 58:09

9M ago58:09

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Area/Topic Africa, Safaris, Conservation, Business Alan Feldstein Founder & Owner Infinite Safari Adventures For two decades, Alan Feldstein worked as a successful entertainment and marketing/advertising attorney in Los Angeles. In 2000 after racking up 450,000 frequent flyer miles he asked his wife where she wanted to go in the world. She replied …

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Adventure Travel with Jason Halberstadt - MyTrip.AI 1:10:10

9M ago1:10:10

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Area/Topic Guiding, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Artificial Intelligence for Tour Operators Jason Halberstadt Founder and CEO MyTrip.AI Jason Halberstadt has been helping tour operators innovate online and grow their businesses since the dawn of the Internet in the 1990's when he moved to Ecuador from the US and started a digital marketing agency specializ…

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Adventure Travel with Richard Campbell - 10Adventures 52:37

10M ago52:37

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Area/Topic Worldwide, Trip Planning, Shared Adventures Richard Campbell Founder & CEO 10Adventures Richard is the founder and CEO of 10Adventures, a platform to book customizable and private active vacations. With trips in 85+ countries and travellers from 35+ countries, 10Adventures is a global platform that enables people to create meaningful tra…

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Adventure Travel with Chris Braunlich - Conservation Volunteers International Program 48:19

10M ago48:19

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Area/Topic Conservation, Voluntourism, Human Connection Chris Braunlich Board Chair and CEO Conservation Volunteers International Program Chris is Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Conservation Volunteers International Program. She has a bachelor's degree in economics and an MBA in finance from the University of California at Berkeley. Pri…

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