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.
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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.
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Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small
Adventure Travel with Bruce McLean - BnB Colombia Tours
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 diversity, and connecting with amazing people. It’s these experiences that inspired me to start BnB Colombia Tours, where I get to share my love for this vibrant country by creating unforgettable travel experiences.
Building on the success of BnB, I launched Incentive Travel Colombia to focus on the amazing world of MICE travel. We design flexible, personalized experiences that bring teams together in ways that not only inspire but leave a lasting positive impact on company culture.
https://bnbcolombia.com/
summary
In this episode of the Big World Made Small podcast, host Jason Elkins speaks with Bruce McLean, founder of B&B Colombia Tours. Bruce shares his journey from New Zealand to Colombia, detailing his experiences in hospitality and tourism. The conversation explores the beauty and challenges of traveling in Colombia, including safety concerns, cultural insights, and the importance of understanding local customs. Bruce emphasizes the friendly nature of Colombians and the diverse experiences the country offers. He also discusses his business, which provides customized travel packages for visitors to Colombia, ensuring they have safe and memorable experiences.
takeaways
- Bruce McLean is a Kiwi who fell in love with Colombia during a visit in 2009.
- His background in hospitality has greatly influenced his approach to tourism.
- Colombia is known for its friendly and helpful people, especially outside of Bogota.
- Travelers should be aware of safety concerns and avoid certain areas.
- Understanding local culture and customs enhances the travel experience.
- B&B Colombia Tours offers customized travel packages for various types of travelers.
- The importance of speaking Spanish when traveling in Colombia is emphasized.
- Colombia has a rich diversity of experiences, from nature to history.
- Traveling in Colombia requires patience and acceptance of a slower pace.
- Bruce's goal is to share the beauty of Colombia with the world.
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