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.
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Adventure Travel Podcast - Big World Made Small
Adventure Travel with Pilar Osorio - Ancestral Travel Colombia
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 way of journeying—a portal to new worlds, emotions, and perspectives.
For me, travel is about connecting with the emotions, people and stories that shape our world. My consulting work allows me to merge my passions for justice, nature, and storytelling, creating experiences that emphasize harmony and respect. I find great joy in connecting my storytelling expertise with communication for business, helping to develop purpose-driven projects that make a meaningful impact. I am committed to living in balance with the world, honoring the land, its people, and the powerful narratives we share.
summary
In this episode of the Big World Made Small podcast, host Jason Elkins speaks with Pilar Osorio, a communications advisor for Ancestral, about her journey through travel, literature, and the importance of effective communication in tourism. Pilar shares her early experiences traveling as a child, the influence of literature on her travels, and how she now helps travel companies communicate their unique stories and values. The conversation delves into cultural differences, the significance of authenticity, and the challenges of cross-cultural communication in the tourism industry. Pilar emphasizes the power of storytelling and the need for businesses to connect with their audiences through genuine narratives.
takeaways
- Pilar's love for travel began in childhood due to her father's diplomatic career.
- Literature has a profound impact on Pilar's travel experiences and connections.
- Cultural differences significantly affect communication in tourism.
- Authenticity is crucial for travel companies to connect with clients.
- Effective communication can empower businesses and enhance their impact.
- Pilar emphasizes the importance of storytelling in conveying a company's values.
- Egos can be a challenge in both small and large businesses.
- Language plays a vital role in tourism and client interactions.
- Pilar's work focuses on helping small businesses communicate effectively.
- Travel and literature share a deep connection that enriches experiences.
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