In this episode we’re headed to Chile, the home of this year's Adventure Travel Trade Association World Summit. Our adventurous editor in chief Arnie Weissmann attended the show as a guest speaker and participant on its adventure tours, and it seemed like a good opportunity for us to talk about Patagonia, penguins and pumas. 

On this episode we tackle how the ATTA describes "adventure" travelers and what determines an adventure – also, why you should hire a guide; what to look for in the best outfitters; how overtourism may have contributed to the growth in adventure travel; and the thrills of adventuring on Chiloe Island. 

This episode was recorded Oct. 17 and has been edited for length and clarity. 

Episode sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by Europe Express https://www.europeexpress.com

Related links:

Travel Weekly’s adventure travel coverage https://www.travelweekly.com/adventure-travel

Arnie Weissmann’s From the Window Seat column “Is Tuscany an adventure destination” https://www.travelweekly.com/Arnie-Weissmann/Is-Tuscany-an-adventure-destination

The Adventure Travel Trade Association https://www.adventuretravel.biz/