{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F85bbffdb-6b29-4861-bdd2-0ebf4df6b5b8","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"TTB 125: Exploring Colombia","description":"Matt Waugh, a Scottish Expat, moved to Peru in 2006 as a tour leader responsible for groups of tourists from all over the world. He now leads treks throughout Peru and Colombia, and today we discussed his tours through the Colombian jungle! Matt is the Co-Founder of South Andes Tour Agency & Operator which specializes in local options and personalized experiences for hikes in Peru and Colombia. \n\nInside the Episode:\n(08:35): Matt starts us off with his incredible story of being stuck within Colombia for four months, starting in March of 2020 at the height of the global lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. \n(21:41): We make the transition into Colombian tourism, but first tackle the big question: Is Colombia dangerous?!\n(31:03): We get into a discussion on the culture, environment, and tourist attractions of Colombia. \n(52:00): What\u2019s the infrastructure in Colombia like? As Matt tells us - you can enjoy everything from major hotel chains to small village stays.\n(01:10:29): Matt\u2019s specialty is off the beaten path. He\u2019s an explorer; and those that book with him are too. His treks wind through unknown trails exploring parts of Colombia that you\u2019ll never read about in Lonely Planet. As they say, \u201cthe best views come after the hardest climb\u201d, and with Matt you\u2019ll see the authentic side of this overlooked South American gem. \n(01:22:40): Rapid Fire Round!\n\nLearn More About Our Guest:\n\nwww.southandestravel.com\ninfo@southandestravel.com\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpit-fjdkmg\n\nThe Travelers Blueprint is more than just a podcast with consulting services that allow you to Become Your Own Travel Agent!\n\nTake a moment to rate us! Screenshot your review, email us the screenshot with your name and address and we will send you a FREE travel sticker! TheTravelersBlueprint@gmail.com\nFREE Travel Cheat Sheet! Just sign up for all the latest TTB news and guest information at www.thetravelersblueprint.com\nFor Travel Consulting Services w/ Bob: https://thetravelersblueprint.com/travel-consulting\nOur Private Community on Facebook is a great way to have your travel questions be heard and speak directly to us. Join here: The Travelers Blueprint Community\nFor less than a cup of coffee you can be a major supporter of our time and efforts in producing this podcast. Please consider becoming a Patron by signing up here: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetravelersblueprint\nFollow Us on Social Media: Instagram - Facebook - Twitter - YouTube","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/965b3dc0-1175-47e8-84e1-550687f5f764/avatars-000482365029-3oopfy-original.jpg"}