Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small
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 consultant and tour operator myself, I am on a mission to impact the lives of adventure travelers, the tour operators they hire, and the communities that host them, creating deeply meaningful experiences that make this big world feel just a bit smaller.
Are you ready to discover your next great adventure, whether that looks something like climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in Africa, SCUBA diving in the South Pacific, or hot air ballooning in Turkey? Then you’ll be happy to know that each episode of the Big World Made Small Podcast features a fascinating interview with an adventure travel expert that has agreed to share, with us, their own personal stories, favorite adventure destinations, and even some incredibly helpful tips and tricks they’ve learned while in the field. I trust that by the end of each episode you’ll feel like booking a ticket to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of these amazing places, and getting to know the incredible people that live there.
I’ll be your guide as we explore this amazing planet and its people on the Big World Made Small podcast. I am a former US Army paratrooper, third generation commercial hot air balloon pilot, paramotor pilot, advanced open water SCUBA diver, and ex-Montana fly fishing guide and lodge manager. I have managed boutique adventure tour operation businesses in the Rocky Mountains of Montana, off-shore in Belize, the Adirondacks in New York, and the desert of Arizona. I also spent nearly a decade with Orvis International Travel, leading a talented team of tour operation experts, putting together and hosting amazing fly fishing and adventure travel excursions around the world. I have tapped into my experience and network of travel pros to put together a weekly series of exclusive expert interviews that I am excited to share with you.
For the last couple of years I have lived a fully nomadic lifestyle, feeding my passion for exploration, creating amazing adventures, and meeting some of the most fascinating people along the way. I record every episode while traveling, so in a sense you’ll be joining me on my journey. Let’s discover some great adventures together and make this big world feel just a bit smaller.
And, don’t forget to take a quick trip over to our website at bigworldmadesmall.com and join our adventure travel community, where you’ll benefit from new episode announcements, exclusive adventure travel opportunities, and special access to the experts you’ve met on the show. You can also follow us on social media, using the links in the show notes below. And, if you’re getting value out of the show please help us grow by sharing it with your friends, family, and anyone else you know that wants to get far beyond the beaches, resort hotels, and cruise ships, the next time they travel.
I’ll publish another episode soon. Until then, keep exploring. It’s the best way to make a big world feel just a bit smaller.
https://adventuretravelmarketing.com/podcast
Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small
Adventure Travel with Daniel Buitron - Colombia Ecotravel
Adventure Travel, South America, Colombia
Daniel Buitron
Founder & CEO
Colombia Ecotravel
Daniel Buitron is a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for leadership, sustainable tourism, and fostering meaningful partnerships. With over 13 years of experience in the travel industry, he has left an indelible mark on the landscape of ecotourism in Colombia.
As the CEO and Co-Founder of Colombia Ecotravel, Daniel leads a dedicated team that has established the company as a trusted name in ecotourism travel services. They cater to travelers seeking safe, and unforgettable experiences in Colombia. His commitment goes beyond business as he personally travels to and collaborates with local sustainable travel providers, ensuring the highest quality services and contributing to conservation efforts in the Amazon.
https://colombiaeco.travel/
Summary
Daniel Buitron shares his journey of starting a tourism business in Colombia and promoting the country as a destination. He discusses the focus on ecotourism and the challenges of operating a business remotely. Daniel also addresses safety concerns and the perception of Colombia among tourists. He emphasizes the importance of responsible tourism and avoiding dark tourism. Additionally, he mentions the opportunities for experiencing plant-based medicinal and ceremonial traditions in Colombia. Colombia is known for its natural beauty, including its wax palms, which are the tallest palms in the world. These palms are unique to Colombia and are critically endangered due to past use for Palm Sunday and wax production. Efforts are now being made to protect and reforest the areas where wax palms are found. Colombia offers diverse and majestic landscapes that change around every bend of the road. The culture in Colombia is characterized by exuberance, happiness, and a love for life. The Colombian people are warm, friendly, and always ready to greet others with a smile.
Takeaways
- Colombia offers diverse and unique experiences for adventure travelers.
- Starting a tourism business in Colombia requires passion and a deep understanding of the destination.
- Ecotourism is a growing focus in Colombia, with a rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.
- Safety concerns in Colombia are often based on outdated perceptions, and the country has made significant progress in recent years.
- Responsible tourism and avoiding dark tourism are important for preserving the culture and environment of Colombia.
- Colombia offers opportunities for experiencing plant-based medicinal and ceremonial traditions.
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