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Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small

Jason Elkins - Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Podcast

Welcome to the Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Podcast, where we go far beyond the beaches, resort hotels, and cruises to explore the really cool places, people, and activities that adventurous travelers crave. If your idea of a great vacation is sitting on a beach at an all-inclusive resort, you’re in the wrong place. However, if you’re like me, and a beach resort vacation sounds like torture, stick around. You’ve found your tribe.My name is Jason Elkins, and as an adventure travel marketing

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Adventure Travel with Sue Blunt - Adventurous Ewe

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/10/03

Guest BioSue Blunt is the Head of Sustainability at Adventurous Ewe Ltd, where she brings over a decade of experience in outdoor education, charity work, and sustainable adventure travel. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Sue has spent many years working across sectors in both Australia and the UK. She is deeply committed to creating travel experiences that positively impact the people and places involved. Outside of her role at Adventurous Ewe, Sue is active in her local community in North Wales,

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Adventure Travel with Stefano Tricanico - Driftr

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/29

Guest BioStefano Tricanico is the Expedition Director and Founder of Driftr, bringing over twenty years of experience in leading expeditions and managing field operations in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments, including the Arctic and Antarctic regions. His background spans expedition leadership, maritime operations, and field safety systems, with extensive involvement in frontline conservation efforts. Stefano’s work focuses on verifying conservation projects in

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Adventure Travel with Liz Scheessele - Roanoke...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/26

Guest BioLiz Scheessele is the owner and innkeeper of the Roanoke Boutique Hotel, a cozy bed and breakfast that caters to outdoor enthusiasts and travelers seeking comfort. With years of experience staying at B&Bs and a personal passion for hiking and hospitality, Liz combines her love for wholesome breakfasts and welcoming spaces to create a memorable stay for her guests. Her journey to innkeeping began with thoughtful research and a chance visit to the Roanoke Boutique Hotel, which led her to

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Adventure Travel with Nicoletta Habsudova - Voices of...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/22

Guest BioNicoletta Habsudova is the CEO of Voices of Travel, a company that combines travel and language learning in unique ways. Growing up in a small town in Slovakia, Nicoletta discovered early on that mastering foreign languages was essential to exploring the world beyond her hometown. Her journey took her from an exchange semester in New Zealand to university studies in Salzburg, Austria, followed by professional experience in Barcelona. Along the way, she developed a deep understanding of how

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Adventure Travel with Josué Agüero Solís - Bonanza...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/19

Guest BioJosué Agüero Solís is the founder of Bonanza Travel, a family-owned company based in Costa Rica. With deep roots in the tourism industry through his father’s decades of experience, Josué leads Bonanza Travel with a focus on creating meaningful connections between travelers and the destinations they visit. His approach blends local expertise with a commitment to personalized service and genuine human interaction.Show SummaryIn this episode of the Big World Made Small Adventure Travel

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Adventure Travel with Charles J Kropke - The...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/15

Guest BioCharles J Kropke is the CEO of The Windjammer Way, a company dedicated to reviving the tradition of intimate sailing travel in the Caribbean. An entrepreneur and environmental advocate, Charles has spent decades shaping sustainable tourism experiences that connect travelers with culture, history, and nature. His leadership at The Windjammer Way focuses on restoring historic schooners and supporting fragile island economies while offering guests authentic, windswept adventures.Charles’s

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Adventure Travel with Jack Fleckney - Legend...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/12

Guest BioJack Fleckney is the founder of Legend Expeditions, a Tanzania-based company specializing in guided Kilimanjaro climbs and African safaris. A former Royal Marine Commando, Jack combines his military discipline and extensive expedition experience with a deep knowledge of East Africa to offer well-supported, carefully planned adventure travel. Fluent in Swahili, he has led numerous successful climbs to Kilimanjaro’s summit and has completed remarkable endurance challenges such as rowing

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Adventure Travel with Alice Todd - SwimQuest

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/08

Guest BioAlice Todd is the co-founder of SwimQuest, a company specializing in open water swimming holidays and events. After leaving a career in media, she committed herself to sharing the experience of swimming in natural waters, combining adventure, fitness, and personal growth. Over the past decade, Alice has helped guests from around the world improve their swimming skills, overcome fears, and connect with nature. Beyond swimming, she is an avid runner and cyclist, as well as a creative spirit

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69:04

Adventure Travel with Gaurav Bhan Bhatnagar - The...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/05

Guest BioGaurav Bhan Bhatnagar is the Founder and CEO of The Folk Tales, a company dedicated to crafting conscious travel experiences across India. With more than a decade of experience, he has focused on responsible tourism that fosters deep cultural connections and supports local communities. Recognized as part of the FORTTUNA Global 100 class of 2026 and awarded the Best Cultural Immersion Operator by the Indian Responsible Tourism Awards, Gaurav combines his interests in travel writing,

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Adventure Travel with Elinor Fish - Open Air Consulting

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/09/01

Guest BioElinor Fish is a Tourism Business Consultant and founder of Open Air Consulting. With over 14 years of experience building and leading an international travel company, Elinor has firsthand insight into the challenges of growing a tourism business and preparing it for sale. After successfully scaling her own company and navigating the complexities of a business exit, she now helps travel industry owners understand the true value of their companies and guides them through the process of

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Adventure Travel with Kristine Eksteine-Nizka - Love...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/29

Guest BioKristine Eksteine-Nizka is the founder of Love Your Italy, a travel planning service and blog focused on helping travelers explore Italy, with a special emphasis on the Dolomites. Kristine and her husband Michal live in Europe and draw from their personal experiences living in Northern Italy and extensive travels throughout the country to create tailored itineraries and practical advice for visitors. Her approach combines a deep understanding of Italy’s diverse regions with a commitment to

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Adventure Travel with Peter Bergman - Beyond...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/25

Guest BioPeter Bergman is an Australian expedition leader and the founder of Beyond Expedition Consulting. With nearly a decade of experience guiding expeditions across diverse and remote regions including Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Indo-Pacific, Peter has developed a broad expertise in expedition cruising. His career began with Silversea Expeditions, where he advanced from Staff Assistant to Expedition Leader, managing complex operations and ensuring guest safety on challenging itineraries

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Adventure Travel with Gregg Bleakney - WhereNext Travel

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/22

Guest BioGregg Bleakney is the founder of WhereNext Travel, a premium destination management company (DMC) serving international travel advisors, luxury tour operators, and experiential travel brands across Colombia, Peru, and Latin America. Before launching WhereNext Travel, Gregg spent more than two decades leading a creative agency that produced campaigns for global lifestyle brands, tourism ministries and international development organizations, including USAID’s $40 million Destination Nature

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Adventure Travel with Gilly Gwilliams - Retreats In...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/18

Guest BioGilly Gwilliams is the founder of Retreats In Greece, a travel agency focused on wellness retreats throughout the country. After a career in the British Army as an intelligence analyst, Gilly relocated to the island of Kos where she transitioned into fitness and Pilates instruction. Combining her love of holistic health with her deep connection to Greece, she created a platform that offers carefully matched retreats emphasizing healing, fitness, and personal growth. Her work also supports

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Adventure Travel with Eva Westerling - Berber...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/15

Guest BioEva Westerling is the co-owner of Berber Adventure Tours Morocco. Originally a radiologist, Eva spent many years working in global hospital consulting, which took her to countries such as Iraq, India, and Chile. After deciding to take time off to travel, she returned to Morocco and has remained based there ever since. Her deep connection to the country, especially the desert regions, shapes her approach to life and travel. Eva manages many of the operational aspects of Berber Adventure

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Adventure Travel with Chris Prewitt - Chris Prewitt Surf

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/11

Guest BioChris Prewitt is the owner and operator of Chris Prewitt Surf, bringing over 25 years of experience in luxury surfing experiences across yachts, resorts, and villas in tropical destinations worldwide. Specializing in bespoke surf coaching and guiding, Chris works with busy professionals, families, and solo travelers who seek private, discreet, and tailored surfing improvement holidays. His expertise lies in creating personalized programs that help clients quickly advance their surfing

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Adventure Travel with Hayley Donigan - Brand Voice...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/08

Guest BioHayley Donigan is a brand voice strategist and copywriter specializing in responsible travel brands. Based in the UK, she combines her expertise in content marketing with a personal commitment to slow, thoughtful travel. After moving from the US to England in 2010, Hayley adopted a flexible lifestyle that blends remote work with extended stays in diverse locations, allowing her to develop a deep understanding of how travel shapes both people and places. Her professional journey began in

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Adventure Travel with Mike Engiles - Crystal River...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/08/04

Guest BioMike Engiles serves as the Executive Manager of Crystal River Watersports, a family-run business since 2014 dedicated to offering sustainable nature experiences along Florida’s Nature Coast. Under Mike’s leadership, Crystal River Watersports specializes in guided manatee swim tours, scuba diving, scalloping excursions, and river cruises, all focused on observing and preserving the local aquatic environment.Originally from Pennsylvania, Mike holds multiple degrees in business from

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Adventure Travel with Felex Musinguzi - Kazinga Tours...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/07/29

Guest Bio Felex Musinguzi is the Managing Director of Kazinga Tours, a leading travel company based in Uganda. With over two decades of experience in the tourism industry, Felex has dedicated his career to creating meaningful travel experiences while supporting sustainability and community empowerment. He grew up near Lake Bunyonyi and has channeled his deep connection to Uganda and commitment to local development into building one of East Africa’s most trusted safari companies. Show Summary...

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Adventure Travel with Rolando Campos - Chayote Lodge...

Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small ·

2026/07/22

Guest BioRolando Campos is the founder of Chayote Lodge, a boutique retreat nestled in the mountain village of Llano Bonito de Naranjo, Costa Rica. With over 30 years of experience in the travel industry and a career that took him to more than 60 countries, Rolando combines a global perspective with deep local roots. He believes Costa Rica’s true strength lies in its people, which is reflected in the authentic experiences offered at Chayote Lodge. Since opening in 2015, the lodge has become known

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