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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 Phoebe Maina - Steri Tours and Travel | Kenya
Phoebe Maina
CEO
Steri Tours and Travel | Kenya
https://adventuretravelmarketing.com/guest/phoebe-maina/
With over a decade in the non-profit sector and a smooth transition into private travel planning, I bring a unique skill set for individuals, corporate clients, and international NGOs. My background gives me a deep understanding of client needs, while personal interactions with Americans and Europeans help me tailor meaningful African travel experiences.
I am the founder of Steri Tours and Travel, dedicated to crafting impactful journeys that support women’s empowerment, community development, business growth, and child protection. With 15 years as a social impact expert managing turnaround projects and global initiatives, I offer insight into multicultural dynamics and sustainable tourism.
Recognized as an award winner at the 63rd UN Commission on the Status of Women, I strive to simplify travel while fostering authentic experiences that drive African economic growth and benefit both travelers and host communities.
summary
In this episode of the Big World Made Small podcast, Jason Elkins interviews Phoebe Maina, CEO of STERI Tours and Travel. Phoebe shares her inspiring journey from a remote village in Kenya to leading a dynamic tourism company that emphasizes cultural immersion and community empowerment. She discusses the importance of family support in her education, her transition from aspiring doctor to tourism entrepreneur, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in cultural experiences. Phoebe highlights the role of technology and social media in shaping cultural perceptions and the need for respectful interactions between travelers and local communities. The conversation concludes with Phoebe's passion for showcasing the diverse cultures of Kenya and her commitment to creating meaningful travel experiences.
takeaways
- Traveling is not just about the destination, but the people.
- Phoebe's childhood experiences shaped her passion for travel.
- Family support is crucial in education and personal growth.
- Cultural immersion enhances the travel experience.
- Tourism can empower local communities economically.
- Authenticity in cultural experiences is vital for both travelers and hosts.
- Technology impacts cultural traditions and perceptions.
- Respectful interactions are essential in tourism.
- Training guides to maintain cultural authenticity is important.
- Kenya's diverse cultures offer rich experiences for travelers.
Learn more about Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Marketing and join our private community to get episode updates, special access to our guests, and exclusive adventure travel offers on our website.
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