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 Maddi Bourgerie - RVshare
Maddi Bourgerie
Travel Expert
RVshare
Maddi is a seasoned travel expert with over a decade of experience in the travel industry. Having explored nearly all 50 states, more than 25 countries, and 25 RV rentals, Maddi has a wealth of knowledge in outdoor travel. She is currently a full-time advocate for RVshare, where she passionately supports the company’s mission to help travelers discover the magic of RV adventures.
From the East Coast to the West Coast, Maddi has embarked on countless road trips, checking off National Parks and RV experiences from her ever-growing bucket list. Her taste extends beyond RVs into international travel from scuba diving in Egypt to exploring the backroads of Vietnam.
She is committed to inspiring others to explore the world on their own terms.
summary
In this episode of the Big World Made Small podcast, host Jason Elkins speaks with Maddi Bourgerie, a travel expert from RVshare. They discuss Maddi's journey into the world of travel, her experiences with RVing, and the importance of shared adventures in relationships. The conversation also covers the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the travel industry, the misconceptions surrounding RV travel, and the growing community of RV enthusiasts. Maddi shares insights on how RVshare has adapted to the changing landscape of travel and the unique experiences that RVing offers.
takeaways
- Maddi's passion for travel began at a young age.
- RVshare operates as a peer-to-peer RV rental platform.
- Travel experiences can significantly shape personal relationships.
- The pandemic created a surge in interest for RV travel.
- RVing offers a unique way to explore the outdoors with comforts.
- Many RVs can be delivered to your desired camping location.
- The RV community is welcoming and offers many resources for newcomers.
- Traveling in an RV can be budget-friendly with various camping options.
- Understanding RV insurance is crucial for renters.
- Shared experiences are vital for fulfilling relationships.
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