26 episodes

Captain Dan Blanchard weaves together narrative stories about his time on the sea, supporting sustainable travel, industry news, travel tips, and real conversations about creating adventure at any age. This is a place for a community of nature lovers, intrepid travelers, and industry experts sharing their love of this fascinating planet. This is a place to fill your heart and your head with travels in nature, hear interviews with people around the world and the movement behind Dan creating his own high-end travel company.

No Ordinary Adventure No Ordinary Adventure by UnCruise Adventures

    • Society & Culture

Captain Dan Blanchard weaves together narrative stories about his time on the sea, supporting sustainable travel, industry news, travel tips, and real conversations about creating adventure at any age. This is a place for a community of nature lovers, intrepid travelers, and industry experts sharing their love of this fascinating planet. This is a place to fill your heart and your head with travels in nature, hear interviews with people around the world and the movement behind Dan creating his own high-end travel company.

    Trudi's Baja: A Tale of Desert Adventures and Cultural Ties

    Trudi's Baja: A Tale of Desert Adventures and Cultural Ties

    Join Captain Dan Blanchard, the spirited host of "No Ordinary Adventure," and CEO of UnCruise Adventures as he welcomes Trudi, the well known guide and owner of "Saddling South," for an enthralling conversation about the hidden gems of Loreto, Baja Mexico. Trudi, with her decades of experience traversing the deserts of Baja, brings a wealth of knowledge and captivating stories to this episode she shares with the listeners and guests on her tours.In this inspiring episode, Trudi shares her uni...

    • 45 min
    From Windy City to Island Bliss: Mike Carroll on Art, Adventure, and Aloha Spirit

    From Windy City to Island Bliss: Mike Carroll on Art, Adventure, and Aloha Spirit

    In this vibrant episode of "No Ordinary Adventure," we drift away to the picturesque island of Lana'i with renowned artist Mike Carroll. From Chicago's bustling streets to Hawaii's serene landscapes, Mike shares his journey of art, discovery, and embracing the way of the Hawaiian people. Dive into the tales of his journey living and building in the islands and meeting people to collaborate with like, Dan Blanchard, CEO of UnCruise Adventures. Talk inspiration, making your own way, and h...

    • 44 min
    The Heartbeat of Nature: A Deep Dive with Amy Gulick

    The Heartbeat of Nature: A Deep Dive with Amy Gulick

    Join us for a journey into the wild as we sit down with renowned American nature and wildlife photographer, Amy Gulick. A founding Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers, Gulick’s award-winning images have graced the pages of some of the most respected environmental publications like National Audubon Society, National Wildlife Federation, and the Sierra Club, among others.In this episode, we journey back to 2001, as Amy details her three-week photography expedition t...

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Through the Porthole with Bill Panoff

    Through the Porthole with Bill Panoff

    Join Captain Dan Blanchard and Bill Panoff, a renowned travel expert and host of the Travel Series, Cruise and Travel. Bill, the publisher of Porthole Cruise and Travel Magazine and Chairman, brings 35 years of expertise in the cruise and travel industry to the conversation.In this captivating episode, Bill shares his recent experience aboard the Wilderness Discoverer with UnCruise in Alaska. As Bill and Captain Dan delve into their shared passion for travel, they explore the charm and ...

    • 29 min
    Navigating the World of Adventure Travel with Alice Ford: Insights, Challenges, and Sustainability Trends

    Navigating the World of Adventure Travel with Alice Ford: Insights, Challenges, and Sustainability Trends

    Join Captain Dan Blanchard and special guest Alice Ford, a stuntwoman and adventure traveler as they discuss the ever-changing world of adventure travel. From growing up in the woods of New Hampshire to becoming a travel show host and successful stuntwoman in LA, Alice shares her journey and provides insight on making it in the industry. Tune in to hear about the challenges of marketing yourself in today's world, how to get noticed, and the latest trends in sustainability and adventure travel...

    • 33 min
    Alaska UnVeiled - A Fascinating Journey Through the Eyes of the Alaska Travel Industry Association

    Alaska UnVeiled - A Fascinating Journey Through the Eyes of the Alaska Travel Industry Association

    Captain Dan Blanchard recently sat down with the Alaska Travel Industry Association to discuss the tourism industry in Alaska. The conversation covered various topics, including how people migrate to Alaska, and the challenges facing the tourism industry in the state, and offered expert travel tips for those visiting Alaska. Alaska lures in travelers with its natural beauty, and the desire for a new adventure. Many people also visit Alaska for its wildlife, glaciers, and national parks.B...

    • 33 min

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