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ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

By Shayna Brazier

Interviews with the movers and shakers of the adventure travel industry.
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Nicky Fitzgerald: Angama Mara

ADVENTURE OPTIONSOct 24, 2018

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Mark Mulvey: Tour Guide

Mark Mulvey: Tour Guide

An interview with Mark Mulvey where we talk all things Ireland. 

Mar 26, 201934:55
Raj Gyawali: Socialtours

Raj Gyawali: Socialtours

This is an interview with Raj Gyawali who is the founder of Socialtours in Nepal. You can check out the company at https://www.socialtours.com. 

Mar 19, 201934:30
Jane Howard: IslandJane Ecotours

Jane Howard: IslandJane Ecotours

This episode is an interview with the charismatic Island Jane. she shares the spirit of Aloha and how we should always be learning from one another. Jane offers ecotours throughout Hawaii as well as facilitates tours in Columbia. You can check out whats she up to and what she offers at http://www.islandjaneecotours.com . 

Mar 13, 201926:50
Michael Hodgson: HI Travel Tales

Michael Hodgson: HI Travel Tales

This episode I interview Michael Hodgson who is a travel writer, photographer, story teller, and business owner. He started HI Travel Tales with his wife. You can check out what they are up to at https://hitraveltales.com . He has also authored many books related to the adventure travel/ outdoor world. You can review and purchase some of those at https://www.amazon.com/Michael-Hodgson/e/B000APK4M4.


Mar 06, 201932:28
Dave Butler: Canadian Mountain Holiday

Dave Butler: Canadian Mountain Holiday

In this episode I interview Dave Butler who is the director of sustainability at Canadian Mountain Holiday. He is also an educator with the ATTA and to make him even more interesting, a murder mystery writer. You can check out the CMH here: https://www.cmhheli.com and you can check out Dave's novels here: http://www.davebutlerwriting.com

Feb 27, 201930:34
Emilie Hagedoorn: Green Heart Tourism

Emilie Hagedoorn: Green Heart Tourism

In this episode I get to interview Emilie Hagedoorn who is the founder of Green Heart Tourism. We chat about responsible tourism and what the Ubuntu experience means. Visit http://greenhearttourism.com to learn more. 

Feb 20, 201934:27
John Tanzella: IGLTA

John Tanzella: IGLTA

In this episode I get to interview John Tanzella who is the president of the IGLTA (international gay and lesbian association). John shares about his background in the travel industry as well as  what the association is doing to help make travel for the lgtbq community safer and friendlier. 

If you want more information about the IGLTA or the convention that we talk about, visit their website https://www.iglta.org . 

Feb 12, 201930:40
Wayne Dunlap: Plan Your Escape

Wayne Dunlap: Plan Your Escape

This episode is an interview with Wayne Dunlap who is the creator of Plan Your Escape. Wayne and his wife Pat have retired and spend their days traveling the world. Because they are such generous people, they created a blog to share tips and tricks about how to travel more on less money. All of the advise is free and you can check it out at http://unhooknow.blogspot.com . Wayne has such a positive outlook on this world that if you need a pick me up, this is the episode to listen to. 

Jan 29, 201932:42
Brad Nahill: SEE Turtles

Brad Nahill: SEE Turtles

This episode is an interview with Brad Nahill who is the president of SEE turtles. Brad shares his background and how he got into conservation. Then he explains the threats that the sea turtles face and what is being done about it.  To learn more about Brad or the organization go to seeturtles.org . Also, if you want to sign the pledge against turtle shell jewelry go to tooraretowear.org . 

Jan 22, 201927:03
Gregg Bleakney: Where Next

Gregg Bleakney: Where Next

In this episode I interview Gregg Bleakney who is the founder of Where Next. We talk about his crazy bike ride from Alaska to the southern tip of South America and what he learned along the way both about the countries and himself. Then he walks us through his journey to become a world renowned photographer and videographer which is how Where Next began. Visit wheretext.com for more information. 

Jan 15, 201935:13
Marcel Perkins: Latin Trails

Marcel Perkins: Latin Trails

In this interview I speak with Marcel Perkins who is the owner of Latin Trails. We talk about the diversity that Ecuador has to offer and the values of family and time. Marcel also shares some interesting information about restoration and reforestation.  You can learn more about Latin Trails at latintrails.com  

Jan 08, 201929:15
Special Episode: Holidays Abroad

Special Episode: Holidays Abroad

Happy Holidays! On this special episode I interview Jake, one of my senior writers at Adventure Writers. We talk about living abroad during the holidays. Happy New Year! adventurewriters.agency

Dec 27, 201829:56
Chris Mackay: Crooked Trails
Dec 18, 201830:54
Jorge Perez: Tierra Del Volcan
Dec 11, 201834:11
Cory Lee: Curb Free with Cory Lee

Cory Lee: Curb Free with Cory Lee

In this episode I interview Cory Lee, who is the blogger at curbfreewithcorylee.com . Cory was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy at the age of 2 and uses the aid of a wheel chair to get around. We talk about the challenges to traveling with a wheel chair and Cory shares some of his hilarious stories because of those challenges. If you have a travel company, or you know of someone who uses a wheel chair and likes to travel, then Cory is the perfect asset to reach out to.
Dec 04, 201837:31
Michael Bennett: Explorer-X, Muddy Shoe Adventures
Nov 27, 201840:19
Brian Mullis: Guyana Tourism Authority

Brian Mullis: Guyana Tourism Authority

Brian Mullis is interviewed in this episode. He is currently the director of the Guyana Tourism Authority.
We talk about Brian and his early career as a line cook in Yellowstone. We talk about the different ventures that he undertook and what he learned from each of his positions.
Brian shares what the "Travel Better Certificate" is and how you can earn one. He also tells us all about Guyana and what you can expect when visiting the country.
Nov 19, 201837:20
Vicky Smith: Earth Changers
Nov 12, 201846:44
Maria Baltazzi: The Sojourn Experience

Maria Baltazzi: The Sojourn Experience

This episode is all about life and the pursuit of happiness brought to you by Maria who is the founder of the Sojourn Experience.
Maria has 3 different avenues that she works through: tv, adventure, and mentoring. In this episode we talk about living a full life which I think you will agree Maria does.
We talk about Maria's career in television and how it helped to fund her love of travel. We talk about Africa and the transformational powers it gives people. We get spiritual and philosophical as we explore happiness and life.
You can check out all that Maria has to offer at sojourn-intl.com, and as a bonus Maria has graciously offered a discount to you for her happiness mentoring program. You can enter code: OWA40 for a 40% discount!
While you are there be sure to sign up for the free "8 good things" email that she does for a little splash of happiness in your inbox.
Nov 05, 201839:46
Kurt Kutay: Wildland Adventures
Oct 30, 201839:45
Nicky Fitzgerald: Angama Mara
Oct 24, 201838:18
Tyler Davis: Angama Mara
Oct 23, 201834:12
Jo Hendrickx: Travel Without Plastic
Oct 16, 201839:50
Erik Spiniello: VOPO
Oct 08, 201832:17
Ty Manegold: ROAM fitness
Oct 08, 201828:35
Jake Haupert: Transformational Travel Council; Explorer-X
Oct 02, 201833:56
Maike Berkemeier: Latinspirations
Oct 02, 201821:08
Nigel Malone: Adventure Junky

Nigel Malone: Adventure Junky

Nigel is one of the co-founders of the Adventure Junky App, which is earth's adventure travel game. We talk about the rise of the app and the future that I hope for it (calling all Amazing Race people). Nigel tells us "where life begins" and what a "bilennial" is.
Sep 27, 201835:34
Dan Moore: Pandion
Sep 23, 201844:53
Stephen Oddo: Take Walks
Sep 22, 201827:25
Geoff Manchester: Intrepid
Sep 17, 201829:52