Podcast appearances and mentions of ralph velasco

In this episode of The Human Experience, I sit down with Ralph Velasco, a seasoned travel photographer and founder of small group travel experiences. Raised in suburban Chicago, Ralph takes us through his winding career path—from restaurants and real estate to his true calling behind the camera and on the road. We explore how travel can be a powerful vehicle for connection and self-discovery, and how storytelling brings those experiences to life. Whether you're a budding traveler or someone navigating life's turning points, this conversation offers a compelling look at resilience, reinvention, and the beauty of the journey.

What if the one thing keeping you from success isn't lack of skill, strategy, or resources … but your fear of letting go? In this episode of Be the Wolf, we dive deep into the moment every entrepreneur faces …  when to take the leap and trust yourself enough to make your passion a full-time business.  Ralph Velasco spent plenty of time in jobs and owning businesses that didn't light him up. Because he didn't know how to turn his passion into a business.  He walked away from security – not once, but multiple times – until he finally built the business and lifestyle of his dreams. If you've ever felt trapped in a business that no longer excites you … if you're grinding away but never feeling free… or if you've been telling yourself “I just need more time, more money, more stability before I go all in”—this episode is for you. We'll uncover: ✅ The fear that keeps most entrepreneurs stuck—and how to break free ✅ Why waiting for the “right time” is killing your business dreams ✅ The hidden cost of holding onto security (it's more than just money) ✅  How to trust yourself enough to take the leap and make it work Stop settling for a business that drains you when you can have one that fuels you.  Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    Connect with Ralph: Website: https://continentaldrifter.co/ Free Expert travel tips handbook: https://mailchi.mp/continentaldrifter.co/get-free-ebook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/ X: https://x.com/ralphvelasco/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/continentaldrifter Books: 3-in-1 book bundle titled The Mindful & Intentional Traveler https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKTL61PL  How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DFM2P87D  Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP  60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T About Ralph: Since 2008 (16+ years) Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 highly-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.) When not traveling, Ralph is based in Chicago. However, he's been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading his tours. Ralph has authored several books on travel photography, and he just combined his most recent books into a 3-in-1 book bundle titled The Mindful & Intentional Traveler (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKTL61PL). These books include: 1. How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DFM2P87D) 2. Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP) 3. 60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T) He has a YouTube channel called The Continental DRIFTER® (https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter) and a related website (https://ContinentalDRIFTER.co) where everything about his business can be found, including tours, blog posts, his YouTube channel, podcasts, merchandise and more. Ralph is often asked how people can learn to do what he does and so he created a self-guided online course called Tour Organizer Training: Get Paid to Travel. In this course made up of 7 Modules and 26 Lessons, he goes step-by-step through what's involved in creating a tour business. Ralph has spoken all over the world and in the U.S. at the Travel & Adventure Shows and the New York Times Travel Show, as well as at travel blogger conferences (in Spain, Sweden, Israel, and Ireland) and the IOETI digital marketing conference in Cairo, Egypt (see more at https://continentaldrifter.co/speaking/) Finally, he created an iOS app called My Shot Lists for Travel more than 14 years ago, but it's no longer on the app store and instead he turned the information into a book called 52 Categories of a Shot List: Create Images that Tell a Story, also available on Amazon (https://tinyurl.com/52categories).

Since 2008, Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 international tours (all 5-star rated) in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.).He has been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading  tours.Like many others, he is considering leaving the USA to live in Europe, for a few reasons. Check out how web site. There may be something that he is organizing that will interest you.Get out of town everyone, and see the world.https://continentaldrifter.co/https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelascohttps://www.facebook.com/theContinentalDRIFTER/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Ralph Velasco is known as the Continental Drifter, who started planning trips for fellow photographers.  He has since branched out to talking about Mindful Travel.  Travel shouldn't just be about getting pictures of a few landmarks.  Travel should impact you. For more information about Ralph Velasco... https://continentaldrifter.co/about/

In this episode of The Bucket List Life Podcast, I sit down with Ralph Velasco, the Continental Drifter, international tour organizer, and a seasoned travel photographer who discovered that experiencing life through a camera lens wasn't the key to meaningful travel after all. We explore the counterintuitive idea that putting down your camera might actually help you capture better memories, dive into practical techniques for using all five senses to experience new destinations, and share insider tips for finding authentic local experiences—from the world's best people-watching spots to hidden coffee gems. Our conversation takes us from the icy shores of Antarctica to the bustling streets of Spain, challenging conventional tourism and exploring how a mindful approach to travel could transform not just our holidays, but our understanding of different cultures. If you're tired of rushing through tourist checkboxes and want to discover how to create deeper, more meaningful travel experiences, this episode offers a fresh perspective on modern exploration with actionable tips you can use on your very next adventure.Key TopicsFrom Photography Tours to Mindful Travel: A journey of professional transformation and discovering deeper travel experiencesThe Paradox of Travel Photography: Why taking photos might stop us from truly experiencing our travelsMindful Travel Techniques: Practical tips for slowing down and experiencing destinations using all five sensesFavourite Global Experiences: Best spots around the world for watching local life and finding great coffeeGap Year Discussion: Exploring the cultural impact of mandatory gap years, particularly focusing on American societyAntarctic Adventures: Stories from an Antarctic expedition - from icy kayaking to coastal explorationThe Future of Mindful Tourism: How mindful travel could reshape tourism through retreats and TED talksActionable TakeawayPut down your camera for one hour each day while travelling to help you capture better travel momentsChallenge yourself to describe your next travel spot using all five senses before reaching for your phoneFind a local café with outdoor seating, order a coffee, and spend an hour watching city life unfoldSkip the tourist checklist in Spain - instead, ask a local where they'd go for their morning coffeeTake that gap year you've been dreaming about - it might just change how you see the worldBook that bucket-list adventure (like Antarctic kayaking) now, not 'someday' - life's too shortStart a 'no-phone' travel journal and write down one meaningful moment from each day of your tripConnect with Ralph Velasco:Check out Ralph Velasco's WebsiteRalph on LinkedInRalph on InstagramLearn more about RalphConnect with Trav Bell:Check out Trav Bell's WebsiteTrav on LinkedInTrav on FacebookTrav on XTrav on InstagramFollow Trav on YouTube 

This week on The Journey, Kevin welcomes back Ralph Velasco, a seasoned traveler, entrepreneur, and author. Ralph shares the evolution of his business over the past few years, transforming his photo enrichment company into a unique travel enterprise that immerses clients in the food, sights, and rich cultures of foreign lands. As an author of the three-book series The Mindful and Intentional Traveler, Ralph emphasizes the importance of being fully present during travel experiences. He offers insights on how to approach exploration with curiosity and purpose, allowing travelers to create deeper, more meaningful connections with the places they visit. Join Kevin and Ralph as they discuss the transformative power of travel, the joy of embracing new cultures, and the value of intentionality when experiencing the world. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or dreaming of your next adventure, this episode is sure to inspire you.

Since 2008 (16+ years) Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 highly-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.)When not traveling, Ralph is based in Chicago. However, he's been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading his tours.Ralph has authored several books on travel photography, and he just combined his most recent books into a 3-in-1 book bundle titled The Mindful & Intentional Traveler (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKTL61PL).These books include:1. How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DFM2P87D)2. Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP)3. 60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T) He has a YouTube channel called The Continental DRIFTER® (https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter) and a related website (https://ContinentalDRIFTER.co) where everything about his business can be found, including tours, blog posts, his YouTube channel, podcasts, merchandise, and more.Tour Organizer Training: Get Paid to Travel course (https://continentaldrifter.co/courses)Don't forget to take my LinkedIn Scorecard Assessment to find out what you need to focus the most on with your LinkedIn strategy here: https://www.magpaiassessments.com/4124/0

In this episode, we sit down with Ralph Velasco, seasoned travel expert and founder of Continental DRIFTER® Experiences, to explore how mindfulness and intentionality can transform the way we travel.

Ralph Velasco caught the travel bug early, like, real early. Starting his international escapades in high school, Ralph started a career as a travel photographer, placing his pictures in major magazines and journals around the world. Not satisfied, he then started taking people along with him, setting up luxury vacations 10-12 times a year to create, possibly, the greatest job in the history of mankind. Find him at www.continentaldrifter.co or listen to his stories on the latest episode of Middle Age Mess.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, travel savant and influencer Ralph Velasco joins the show. Ralph, "the Continental Drifter" leaned into travel tours as a way to help others to see the world. He shares his tips on launching his business, working internationally and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/knewamsterdam/support

Ralph Velasco runs Continental Drifter, an organizer of group trips all over Latin America and Europe. He's been running group trips for adults (age 40+) for a decade and shares his experience. Planning and running these trips is a lot of work so it's interesting to go behind the scenes!

Welcome to the  Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we'll have insights and tips on how to create unforgettable travel experiences. Since 2008, Ralph has been creating once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences around the world for his clients under The Continental DRIFTER® brand. Since then Ralph organized and led more than 120 multi-week international tours, with more than 1,000 clients, to such places as Vietnam, India, Cambodia, Spain, France, Portugal, Cuba, Mexico, Antarctica, and others. Everyone of his trips has been 5-star rated and has a more than 50% repeat rate from his clients. Ralph clients tend to be aged 40+, including Gen X and Baby Boomers. Ralph is also a public speaker and author with several new books from a new series he created called The Mindful & Intentional Traveler. These books include 60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel: Adult Activity & Coloring Book (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T) as well as Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP); plus others. Ralph is also a YouTube creator with a channel called The Continental DRIFTER® (https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter) where he provides travel and photography tips aimed at Gen X and Baby Boomer travelers. Connect with Ralph here: YouTube: http://youtube.com/continentaldrifter IG & X: @ralphvelasco Facebook: https://FB.com/thecontinentaldrifter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/continental-drifter Grab the freebie here: https://tinyurl.com/freeetiquetteebook =================================== If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends. Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com. Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers.  Request to join here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitablecoursecreators QUICK LINKS:  APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-application GET MORE CLIENTS: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/client-acquisition-accelerator-pdf DIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/ JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitablecoursecreators

Ralph Velasco, founder and CEO of Continental Drifter, shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a travel photographer and tour guide. He emphasizes the importance of combining photography and travel to create meaningful experiences. Ralph provides tips for solo travelers and discusses the benefits of group travel. He also shares his experiences in Antarctica and highlights the evolution of photography. Ralph discusses travel planning and loyalty programs, and shares his upcoming trips and projects. He concludes by emphasizing the value of spending money on experiences rather than material possessions. https://continentaldrifter.co/about/ Also, energize your mind with Magic Mind: go to www.magicmind.com/betterself and use promo code: BetterSelf20 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterself/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterself/support

Meet Ralph, professional travel photographer and international tour organizer. Join us as Ralph takes us to the Republic of Georgia where he had quite the "Had To Be There" moment trying to cross into Armenia! Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? Coming soon (eventually... maybe?) to YouTube. Leave us a GOOGLE review: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://g.page/r/Cd_aO9Np6DPJEB0/review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find us on GoodPods: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goodpods.app.link/hEHaS9GPSCb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Things to do in Tbilisi, Georgia by Vacations by Kelly   Connect with Ralph Velasco and the Continental Drifter:  Website: https://continentaldrifter.co YouTube: https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter Facebook: https://fb.com/thecontinentaldrifter Instagram: https://instagram.com/ralphvelasco Twitter: https://twitter.com/ralphvelasco Connect with Had To Be There:  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hadtobethere203⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Had To Be There⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hadtobethere203⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠   Connect with Vacations by Kelly:  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vacationsby_kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vacations by Kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KellyVacations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠   Interested in visiting the Republic of Georgia for yourself? Contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vacations By Kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to request your free quote! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hadtobethere203/message

Today we explore the world of being a tour organizer!   Our guide is traveler and photographer, Ralph Velasco, who has organized and led over 120 international tours to an array of destinations around the world.    His 15 years of experience shines through in the  5-star ratings his clients have given his tours and the tips and ideas he shares with us today.   Prior to this conversation with Ralph, I thought the job of a tour organizer involved booking all the hotels, restaurants, and excursions at the destinations but it absolutely does not need to be that complicated!   So whether you're an avid traveler dreaming of turning your adventures into income, someone seeking inspiration for a side hustle that fuels your wanderlust, or just curious about how the business works,   I think you'll find this episode a valuable window into the world of being a tour organizer.   What You'll Hear:   03:46 Analyzing pros and cons to make a decision 04:35 Differentiating to gain clients 07:45 Can you teach someone to have a “photographic eye?” Absolutely! 09:34 Financial crisis pushes Ralph to leave his “job” 11:36 Difference between tour operator and tour organizer 13:43 How tour organizers make money 15:28 It's the tour operators at the destination that line up all the vendors 19:49 Flights not included (except typically internal flights and ground transportation) 20:38 Biggest challenge is connecting with those awesome, reputable, tour operators 20:48 Ralph's “pain in Spain” experience 22:25 What to take into account when doing the number crunching 24:39 Be clear with the tour operator of what is included and what is not 26:50 The importance of getting testimonials from your clients 27:48 Typical amount a tour organizer might tack on as their markup 29:17 Travel tip: have a paper copy and electronic copy of your passport, visas, and other important docs! 30:12 Marketing tips to build your travel business 31:33 Check out speaking opportunities at travel and adventure shows 34:17 Best insider tip for getting the best prices for travel 35:15 Added benefit of traveling in a shoulder season 36:10 Ralph's favourite destinations 38:40 Best tip for starting or growing your side hustle WrapUp 40:01 Keep in mind the work involved 40:38 What's really holding you back? 40:52 “Let's go invent tomorrow, instead of worrying about what happened yesterday.”   Joan's Online Masterclass to help you achieve your side hustle goals: Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things: https://courses.joanposivy.com/p/turn-your-thoughts-into-wanted-things   Connect with Ralph: https://continentaldrifter.co/ https://www.youtube.com/@ContinentalDrifter   Connect with Joan: https://www.instagram.com/joanposivy/ https://www.facebook.com/posivy/ https://www.sidehustlehero.com/about/ Be on the show! https://www.sidehustlehero.com/guests/intake/                  

Are you ready to turn your passion for photography and travel into an adventure of a lifetime? Join Ralph Velasco, the Continental Director, as he shares his journey from owning restaurants and working as a financial advisor to becoming a travel photographer and tour organizer. Ralph's passion led him to create walking tours that teach people how to use digital cameras, starting in the early 2000s, and the many benefits that international travel can bring by taking us out of our comfort zones.In this engaging episode, listen as we explore the art of photography, common misconceptions, and mistakes people make when taking pictures. Discover the concept of "spray and pray," where photographers take numerous shots in hopes of capturing the perfect moment. Learn basic tips that anyone can use with any camera, such as watching your background and being aware of what's happening in front of and behind your subject. As photographers, we are storytellers, and our goal is to capture interesting images that tell our friends and family about our experiences. So, join us as we follow Ralph's story of following his dreams and turning play into a way of life, and learn how to improve your photography skills and capture memorable images on your next adventure.Find Ralph Velasco at:  https://continentaldrifter.co/Chapters:(0:00:27) - International Travel and Making Memories(0:08:13) - Benefits and Experiences of International Travel(0:12:24) - Travel Photography and Setting Realistic Expectations(0:19:12) - Photography Tips and Movie TriviaChapter Summaries:(0:00:27) - International Travel and Making Memories (8 Minutes)Ralph Falesco's journey from restaurant owner and financial advisor to travel photographer and tour organizer showcases his passion for travel and photography. Early 2000s, he created walking tours teaching people how to use digital cameras. The 2008 financial crisis pushed Ralph to pursue his passion full-time, resulting in a fulfilling and playful career.(0:08:13) - Benefits and Experiences of International Travel (4 Minutes)International travel benefits and invigorates by taking people out of their comfort zones. Studying and volunteering abroad in countries like Spain, Peru, Venezuela, and Mexico provide immersive experiences. Being conscious and experienced helps avoid negative travel experiences. Memorable moments include meeting new people and gaining different perspectives from other cultures.(0:12:24) - Travel Photography and Setting Realistic Expectations (7 Minutes)Common misconceptions and mistakes in planning international trips include setting unrealistic expectations and not understanding the destination. Balancing enjoyment and capturing experiences through photography is important, as well as being present and appreciating the location. Motivations for travel photography range from documenting vacations to starting travel blogs or selling photos professionally.(0:19:12) - Photography Tips and Movie Trivia (11 Minutes)Photography misconceptions include the "spray and pray" technique, where numerous photos are taken to capture the perfect moment. Basic photography tips include watching backgrounds, being aware of the subject's surroundings, and considering light quality aSupport the showSupport the Playful Humans mission to help adults rediscover the power of play: Subscribe to the YouTube channel Subscribe to the Podcast Book a playshop for your team Support our sponsors

In this episode, our guest is Ralph Velasco, founder and operator of multiple successful tour companies, a travel photographer, tour leader, public speaker, and published author. Ralph will share his insights on building and managing businesses in the travel industry. Tune in to learn from his valuable experiences. https://continentaldrifter.co https://www.facebook.com/thecontinentaldrifter  https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphvelasco/  http://youtube.com/c/continentaldrifter  The Yakking Show is brought to you by Peter Wright & Kathleen Beauvais contact us to be a guest on our show. https://TheYakkingShow.com   peter@theyakkingshow.com    kathleen@theyakkingshow.com  Timeline   01:38                     Ralph's background 06:22                     Setting up the travel business 07:50                     Getting out of the restaurant business 09:25                     Operating remotely 11:14                     Alla Campagba type trips 15:18                     Marketing 16:50                     Continental drifter YouTube channel 21:18                     Why business owners should travel 25:01                     Setting expectations 28:40                     Live for today 29:20                     Contact Ralph

In this episode, I sit down with Ralph Velasco, a full-time world traveler who has been traveling the world for years. Ralph has started two businesses in the travel industry, and in this episode he shares his story, how he discovered his passion for travel, and how he merged his passion and travel together to create a lifestyle where he earns his income from travel. This episode is a must-listen for those looking to monetize their passion, whether within the travel space or otherwise. Connect with RalphPhoto Enrichment Tours: PhotoEnrichment.comAlla Campagna Tours: AllaCampagna.comContinentalDRIFTER Website: ContinentalDRIFTER.coYouTube Channel: Continental DrifterInstagram: @ralphvelascoFacebook: TheContinentalDrifterConnect with NicoleNomadNeeks on Instagram @nomadneeksNomadNeeks on Facebook @nomadneeksNomadNeeks on YouTube @nomadneeksNomadNeeks on Twitter @nomadneeksNomadNeeks Blog & Website⁠Digital Nomad Facebook Group⁠--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workwealthtravel/message

This week is a snapshot into the life of Ralph Velasco a travel photographer and tour company owner. We talk about how he went from the typical business world grind to a life traversing the world. He tells us what makes his tours unique, some of his favorite places to visit, and some helpful tips for travelers and photographers alike._____________________________________Ralph's Links:https://ContinentalDRIFTER.cohttps://PhotoEnrichment.comhttps://AllaCampagna.comhttps://youtube.com/continentaldrifterIG: https://instagram.com/ralphvelascoFB: https://fb.com/thecontinentaldrifterLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphvelasco/Email: ralph@photoenrichment.com—————————————————————Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to get the new episodes when they come out each week and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

Listen to Ralph Velasco share his journey to becoming a traveling photographer. Ralph organizes small tour groups to capture some of the most breath-taking, picture perfect moments. He also tells us the importance of snapping a memory and then living for it! Tune in now to learn more about Ralph!Hosted By: Josh Baker Guest(s): Ralph VelascoYou can find Ralph on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn! You can also catch Ralph on his YouTube channel and websites to learn more about his tours and classes! PhotoEnrichment Adventures: https://PhotoEnrichment.comAlla Campagna Experiences: https://AllaCampagna.comContinental DRIFTER: https://ContinentalDRIFTER.coFind the Intelligent Conversations on Social Media: Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, or LinkedInSubscribe to Intelligent Conversations on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or Amazon Music

Ralph Velasco is a travel photographer, award-winning travel photography instructor, author, public speaker, and international tour organizer, a.k.a. The Continental DRIFTER. Over the past 14 years, Ralph has organized and led more than 120 small group cultural tours around the world under his PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences -brands. Ralph is also a YouTube Creator- his YouTube channel is called- The Continental DRIFTER – where he makes sure to remind you that “life is too short not to travel!” The full show notes are available HERE. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ralph Velasco is a photographer, photography instructor and international guide. He and host Si Willmore discuss Chicago and Cambodia, Ralph's companies PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences, and Ralph shares just a couple of his "boatload" of secret photography tips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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For more than 14 years Ralph has been organizing small group tours around the world.  It began with a photographic focus (Photo Enrichment Adventures), and now he has a new brand called Alla Campagna Experiences, shorter trips, longer stays in one place, and diving into the cultural aspects.   This is open to both photographers and non-photographers.  The Photo Enrichment Adventures brand does not mean you have to be a pro.  It's for anyone who is interested in photography.Ralph shared his new find.  Georgia.  NO, not the "Georgia" in the US, The Republic of Georgia.  Roy and I caught on to that having a friend who just moved there.   Ralph says it's the oldest wine culture in the world, and the food is great and very reasonably priced.  And where is that?  It borders Russia and Turkey.  Time to use Google! :)Ralph comes from of background of restaurants, a third-generation restaurateur, so the incorporating of food in the travels is one of the best things.  "The reason we travel is to get out of our comfort zone".   Ralph does scouting before he brings his groups to a certain place.  This is him going on his own, trying everything, meeting everyone, and sharing the best experiences.Ralph is not at all against Smart Phone Photography.  In fact, it is less obtrusive and you can get those casual candid shots.  As Ralph said, you can give the worst camera to a great photographer and you will still get a better picture than giving a great camera to a not-so-good photographer. We touched upon COVID, and Ralph did agree it had an effect on his business.  It didn't stop him from traveling, however, whenever he could.Be ready for a point and shoot mode, with all settings right for the condition.  Anticipate the decisive moment then point and shoot.  And remember "Life is too short not to travel."Thinking of getting away and want to really get an experience out of it?  Make sure you contact Ralph via email to ralph@PhotoEnrichment.com or at the links below:PhotoEnrichment AdventuresAlla Campagna ExperiencesThe Continental DRIFTER Free Book with any $20+ Podcast Support Make Up Not Required - How to Brand the TRUE You by LaurieAnn & Contribution by Roy MillerBE A GUEST/FIND A GUEST Start for Free! PODMATCH is innovative, provides easy communication and dashboard scheduling! My pick of the month!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/iamthatgal)

Ralph Velasco is a travel photographer, experienced tour organizer, small business owner, entrepreneur, 3rd generation restaurateur, podcaster, YouTuber, and author.Episodes LinksTwitter: https://twitter.com/ralphvelascoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphvelasco/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/continentaldrifterTravel Blog: https://continentaldrifter.co/Joey Pinz Conversations Podcast Information:Website: https://www.joeypinz.comLink Tree: https://linktr.ee/joeypinzMusic by Tom Izzo: @wahlsinger  https://tomizzomusic.com   Support our podcast: Subscribe: https://joeypinzconversations.com/subscribe/How much is this podcast worth to you? Consider $5, $10 or $20/mo with Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz How about a one-time payment? What is the episode worth to you? $25/$50/$100/$500 /$1,000/$5,000 with PayPal (one-time): https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JoePannone  Please subscribe/follow to Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations Podcast:Spotify, Apple, Google, or others.  Please consider rating with 5 stars if you like it.Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joey-pinz-discipline-conversations/id1583997438Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69SFwY3XSwcw9qNvElAn10Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xODI4OTA2LnJzcwYouTube: https://tinyurl.com/9reaamtc Please follow on social media: @TheJoeyPinzInstagram: @TheJoeyPinz https://www.instagram.com/TheJoeyPinz Twitter: @TheJoeyPinz  https://twitter.com/TheJoeyPinzFacebook: @TheJoeyPinz https://www.facebook.com/TheJoeyPinzTikTok:  @TheJoeyPinz  https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoeypinz Finally,  join our newsletter: https://joeypinzconversations.com/#newsletter Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/joeypinz)

 Ralph Velasco and the Marriage of Photography and Travel  The Encourage Men Podcast is a quick source of encouragement for men seeking to be their best in today’s world . In this episode my Special Guest is Ralph Velasco a professional photographer and Unique Experience Tour Organizer. We talk about how Ralph built a business providing small cultural experiences to travelers and how life is way too short not to travel.  Connect with Ralph:     Travel Blog: https://continentaldrifter.co/ (it's .co, not .com) YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/c/continentaldrifter PhotoEnrichment Adventures: https://photoenrichment.com/ Alla Campagna Experiences: https://allacampagna.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecontinentaldrifter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphvelasco/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ralphvelasco Subscribe today to get all episodes of the encourageMEN podcast at awesomeimpact.com or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Sign up to receive exclusive audio content on Awesomeimpact.com

Have you ever almost accidentally crossed the wrong border, zipped around Turkey, or struggled with a rental in France? Ralph Velasco, a professional travel photographer, blogger, and new Youtubber, has organized small group tours around the world for 12 years, and along the way has experienced some crazy driving experiences. Like the time he was … S3E8: Ralph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French Rentals Read More » The post S3E8: Ralph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French Rentals appeared first on Drive with Us Podcast.

In this episode of the Road to Growth podcast, we are pleased to introduce you to Ralph Velasco. For more than 12 years, Ralph has organized and led over 100 international tours around the world (and over 100 in the U.S.). On these trips, he's traveled with more than 1,000 of the best people you can imagine, his clients. He's a traveler, creator, leader, teacher, speaker, wanderer, wonderer and life-long learner, and Ralph wants to share his 40+ years of international travel experience and success as a travel photographer and tour organizer with you on his blog and with his new YouTube channel. Learn more and connect with Ralph Velasco by visiting him on Youtube: http://youtube.com/c/continentaldrifter on Blog: https://continentaldrifter.co/ PhotoEnrichment Adventures: https://photoenrichment.com/ Alla Campagna Experiences: https://allacampagna.com/ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecontinentaldrifter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphvelasco/ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ralphvelasco Links to All the Gear I Use: https://continentaldrifter.co/gear/   Be sure to follow us   on Twitter: Twitter.com/to_growth on Facebook: facebook.com/Road2Growth   Subscribe to our podcast across the web: https://www.theenriquezgroup.com/blog Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Cdmacc iTunes: https://apple.co/2F4zAcn Castbox: http://bit.ly/2F4NfQq Google Play: http://bit.ly/2TxUYQ2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JwTLX0I09-X1XN-Xv1h_Q?view_as=subscriber   For any San Diego Real Estate Help please visit: Website: https:www.TheEnriquezGroup.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA?view_as=subscriber ****************************************************************************

Founder and CEO of PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences, as well as a travel photography instructor and seasoned international guide who has photographed in over 70 countries on 6 continents.

How important is good photography for interior design marketing? How important is it for the travel and tourism industry? How do you craft the perfect image that portrays what you see? In this episode of the Wingnut Social podcast, professional photographer Ralph Velasco joins Natalie and Darla to share his expertise.Ralph is a professional travel photographer who’s led over 100 international tours over the last 12 years. He is the founder and CEO of Photo Enrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna. Ralph crafts tours that not only immerse you in another culture, but teaches you how to capture what you see in stunning images. What You’ll Hear On This Episode of Wingnut Social[2:04] The latest and greatest in social media marketing[4:00] The importance of good imagery in marketing[6:53] Ralph’s background in photography[7:59] The importance of professional photography[11:14] What works and what really doesn’t[14:25] How to develop an eye for photography[17:15] The impact of social media[22:17] How Ralph navigated COVID-19 [23:56] Top mistakes people make with photography[27:47] The What up Wingnut! Round![30:39] How to connect with Ralph Velasco[37:28] Blooper Reel!Connect with Ralph VelascoPhoto Enrichment AdventuresAlla CampagnaRalph’s blog: Continental DrifterRalph on InstagramRalph on FacebookRalph on TwitterRalphy’s YouTube ChannelRalph’s book: 101 Tips for Developing Your Photographic Eye and MoreResources & People MentionedBOOK: Steve Jobs by Walter IsaacsonTravel + Interior design photography: images sellImages sell your home. Images sell the experience. People want to know what they will see and experience and great photography is the best way to convey that. Ralph scouts his trips at least a year in advance. He captures photographs, takes video, meets people, stays in the hotels, and eats at the restaurants. Then he picks and chooses the best for his tour groups.Ralph emphasizes that “A travel photographer has to be a jack of all genres, master of some.” Photographers specialize in architecture, people, food, and much more. But a travel photographer has to be good at everything. Photographers are story-tellers. They have to tell the story of a place, a region, or a country. Perhaps you’re telling the story of the interior of a home. To do that, Ralph notes that you want to start with big wide establishing shots. Then take the medium shots that show a portion of the room. Then you dive into the detail shots. The way to differentiate your photography is always in the details. Everyone gets the “postcard” shot. But the people that capture the details in the photos differentiate themselves from everyone else.How do you develop an eye for photography? How do you learn to drill down deeper into the scene and capture the soul of it? Listen to hear Ralph’s advice. Two tips that will transform your photographyRalph jokes that “If you don’t like getting up early, be a writer.” But it’s actually true. Photography is all about taking advantage of the best possible light. In the morning, the sun is low in the sky and you experience golden hour with long soft shadows. Think about how the light impacts your subject and get proper exposure. When you’re photographing something or someone, Ralph advises looking beyond them. How does the background or the foreground impact the photograph? Is there something that will ruin the composition of the photo? Ralph will move around to see how the scene is changing in relation to his subject. He is in control of the scene. He recommends that you place your subject against a clear background whenever possible. People would get 10x better photographs if they cultivated an awareness of the light and the background. Listen to the whole episode for more of Ralph’s tips + tricks. He also shares how his business has transformed and how social media is his #1 marketing stream. Connect With Darla & Wingnut Socialwww.WingnutSocial.comOn FacebookOn Twitter: @WingnutSocialOn Instagram: @WingnutSocialDarla’s Interior Design WebsiteCheck out the Wingnut Social Media Lab Facebook Group!1-877-WINGNUT (connect with us for your social media marketing needs) Subscribe to The Wingnut Social Podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or TuneInAudio Production and Show notes byPODCAST FAST TRACKhttps://www.podcastfasttrack.com

Our guest is Ralph Velasco, co-host of the podcast The Traveling Image Makers. Velasco is a photographer extraordinaire who's conducted more than 100 international tours for guests to over 30 countries and counting. He takes great delight in providing photography tips to his guests through his company PhotoEnrichment Adventures. These tours are open to photographers and non-photographers alike. His tours have taken him and his guests to such faraway places as Italy, Spain, Mexico, Cambodia, India, and Costa Rica, to name a few. Velasco has a gift for capturing culture through his photography. He has a special trip slated for late October 2020 to France's Magical Dordogne region where guests will get to stay at a private castle. For details on that special trip go to https://Allacampagna.com. Listen to this podcast as Ralph shares some truly remarkable stories, including that of a little girl in the Copper Canyon region of Mexico who had never seen what she looks like until he presented her with a picture of herself taken three years earlier---even then some of the other Tarahamura people had to tell the little girl, it was her. Their remote village probably had no mirrors or photographers around like Ralph to capture her likeness.

Our co-host Ralph Velasco recently returned from spending a few days at one of the most popular festivals in the world: the Carnival of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.On this week’s episode of the podcast, he shares with us his experience and gives some useful tips for those wanting to partake in it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Antananarivo. Der Name von Madagaskars Hauptstadt ist ein echter Zungenbrecher. Gleichzeitig weckt er aber auch reichlich Neugier, ein Land zu entdecken, über das man nicht viel weiß. Pia Parolin hat sich aufgemacht in die Heimat der Lemuren und Baobabs. Der Anlass war die Jahrestagung der "Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation" (ATBC). Im Anschluss an das Treffen in Madagaskars Hauptstadt Antananarivo nutzte Pia die Gelegenheit, den Rest des Landes zu erkunden. In diesem Interview berichtet die Biologin und leidenschaftlich Fotografin von ihren Begegnungen mit herzlichen Madagassen, putzigen Lemuren und bizarren Baobabs. Über Pia Parolin In Italien geboren und aufgewachsen, studierte Pia Parolin Biologie in Deutschland und im brasilianischen Amazonasgebiet. Neben ihrer Leidenschaft für die Tropenökologie, spielte die Fotografie seit frühester Kindheit eine große Rolle in ihrem Leben. Anfangs nutzte sie die Kamera, um auf ihren Reisen besondere private Momente festzuhalten. Mittlerweile hat sich Pia aber zu einer renommierten Künstlerin entwickelt. Begonnen hat dieser neue Weg 2017 mit ihrer ersten Serie „Promenade Moments“. Auf der Promenade des Anglais in Nizza ein machte sie Fotos von Passanten, die sie in der Bewegungsunschärfe festhielt. Charakteristisch für dieses Projekt, das international große Beachtung fand, sind zudem die üppigen Farben. Pia lebt seit 2005 an der französischen Riviera. Dort veranstaltet sie auch regelmäßig Workshops, für die sie internationale Fotografen wie u.a. Ugo Cei, Martin U Waltz, Ralph Velasco einlädt. Ich war im Oktober 2019 erstmals zu Gast. Vom 28. bis 30. August 2020 ist ein weiterer Termin geplant – diesmal gemeinsam mit den "PHOTOLOGEN" Thomas B. Jones und Falk Frassa. Das Thema lautet: "Wahrnehmung, Interpretation und Interaktion". Wenn du Interesse hast, an diesem Workshop teilzunehmen, dann melde dich bitte bei mir unter: info(@)gatesieben.de Weitere Informationen unter: https://gatesieben.de/madagaskar/

Thought to be the birthplace of wine and with a rich and difficult history, Georgia is emerging from its past as go-to-destination - from mountains to hike, forests and caves to explore and food to devour.Explore your boundaries and discover your next adventure with The World Nomads Travel Podcast. Hosted by Podcast Producer Kim Napier and World Nomads Phil Sylvester, each episode will take you around the world with insights into destinations from travelers and experts. They'll share the latest in travel news, answer your travel questions and fill you in on what World Nomads is up to, including the latest scholarships and guides.World Nomads is a fast-growing online travel company that provides inspiration, advice, safety tips and specialized travel insurance for independent, volunteer and student travelers, traveling and studying most anywhere in the world. Our online global travel insurance covers travelers from more than 135 countries and allows you to buy and claim online, 24/7, even while already traveling.The World Nomads Podcast is not your usual travel Podcast. It's everything for the adventurous, independent traveler.

He Brought His Dreams on the Road Have you ever thought what it would be like to spend more than 9 months of the year traveling to the most exotic locations in the world and get paid while traveling? Ralph turned his hobby into his business. Listen to this one of a kind conversation, to see how Ralph (who was raised by entrepreneurs) opened up two different restaurants, worked in many different professions along the way, and then took his vision to the road. This is a must listen episode if you are thinking about a career out of the box.

What is overtourism, and how can you avoid it on your next vacation? Colleen and Catie give you their tips to avoid overtourism and share some less common destinations that you can visit. Plus, travel specialist Ralph Velasco shares how you can avoid overtourism and long travel times when the holidays roll around.

Colleen, Catie, and guest host Ralph Velasco of PhotoEnrichment Adventures give you all their best travel tips. Which airlines are actually going to save you the most money, and how you can make the flight as comfortable as possible. Plus, ways you can make sure you stay healthy while abroad, and what you should be doing with your credit cards while traveling.

The Disneyland of right hand point breaks, capturing great photos, Morocco on a budget and why mint tea has a carpet salesman worriedAbout World Nomads & The PodcastExplore your boundaries and discover your next adventure with The World Nomads Podcast. Hosted by Podcast Producer Kim Napier and World Nomads Phil Sylvester, each episode will take you around the world with insights into destinations from travelers and experts. They'll share the latest in travel news, answer your travel questions and fill you in on what World Nomads is up to, including the latest scholarships and guides.World Nomads is a fast-growing online travel company that provides inspiration, advice, safety tips and specialized travel insurance for independent, volunteer and student travelers, traveling and studying most anywhere in the world. Our online global travel insurance covers travelers from more than 135 countries and allows you to buy and claim online, 24/7, even while already traveling.The World Nomads Podcast is not your usual travel Podcast. It's everything for the adventurous, independent traveler. Don't miss out. Subscribe today.

José Manuel Santos lives and breathes Porto, the city where he was born sometime ago, in 1960. He has travelled up and down Portugal both by car and on a motorbike since 1980, always with his camera in the bag, and is a deep connoisseur of his country. He has so many stories to tell, surely many more than his age.Portugal and Porto in particular run in his blood. His eyes shine when he tells us stories about his city, its people and its light so unique and so special.He loves nothing more then to share his country and all that he has learned from the great masters of travel photography, Trey Ratcliff, Cradoc Bagshaw, Ralph Velasco and John Stanmeyer, to whom he introduced the city of Porto.He is the founder and photo tour leader of Pictury Photo Tours in Portugal.Duration 49m 14s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ralph Velasco is President, Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc. d.b.a. PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor and international guide who has photographed in over 60 countries on 6 continents. Drawing on over 10 years of experience planning, organizing, administering, scouting and leading more than 70 international trips around the world, and over 100 domestic trips in the United States, Ralph has created TourOrganizerTraining.com, a free webinar and online course series that trains everyday people, step-by-step, how to organize and lead their own tours, whether around the world, or around the corner. He’s the author of “,” as well as the creator of the My Shot Lists for Travel app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch®. Ralph was recently a finalist for the prestigious 2016 and award and was selected to a group of the by a site in the U.K., as well as one of the by USA Today’s 10best.com.  Additionally, he was chosen to a list of (2015) by FlipKey.com, a TripAdvisor company. Resources: Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for . Click here to download Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort.  You can do this by visiting or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button. https://www.patreon.com/thecandidframe You can also provide a one-time donation via . https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=13Tg_YGwf58eSyhevNPHAJMlgVqhI4xqQff9jBJeGNGR7G3-GkcKVX6OuU-5ZXfLbUkRa0&country.x=US&locale.x=US You can follow Ibarionex on and .

During his latest tour of India, Ralph Velasco took some time to sit down with his friend Bob Edelstein and ask him about his photography and his travels. Here is what Bob says about himself:“I began taking pictures when my older brother came out of the Army. He had purchased a Pentax Spotmatic in the mid 1960’s. I immediately purchased my own camera and was in love with photography from the beginning. I took many courses while in college and started travelling to the Southwest United States where I fell in love with the landscape. Over the years I found portraiture to be very interesting and I really enjoyed the interaction of photographer and subject, which I still enjoy immensely. Currently, I have a real interest in street photography and conveying a lot of elements in my photographs. I really enjoy trying to show the viewer they need to take 30 seconds to look at the image to see all the elements I thought were of interest. I believe now, at age 62, the images I revere most are the ones where I had a personal “moment” with the subject, even if the image is not all that great technically. Those are the moment I seek out now, to be able to connect with someone from a different land, and to have the photographer and subject just share a “moment”.”Duration 34m 08s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My guest this week is Ralph Velasco, founder of PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor, author and international guide.

Ralph Velasco is President, Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc. d.b.a. PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor and international guide who has photographed in over 60 countries on 6 continents. Drawing on over 10 years of experience planning, organizing, administering, scouting and leading more than 70 international trips around the world, and over 100 domestic trips in the United States, Ralph has created TourOrganizerTraining.com, a free webinar and online course series that trains everyday people, step-by-step, how to organize and lead their own tours, whether around the world, or around the corner. He’s the author of “Ralph Velasco On Travel Photography: 101 Tips for Developing Your Photographic Eye & More,” as well as the creator of the My Shot Lists for Travel app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch®. Ralph was recently a finalist for the prestigious 2016 and 2015 Travel Photographer of the Year award and was selected to a group of the Top 100 Travel Photographers in the World for 2014 by a site in the U.K., as well as one of the Top 10 Travel Photography Bloggers by USA Today’s 10best.com.  Additionally he was chosen to a list of 10 Photography Travel Bloggers to Inspire You This Year (2015) by FlipKey.com, a TripAdvisor company. And two years in a row he was chosen “Open Photographer of the Year” by the Professional Photographers of Orange County. Ralph has an MBA in International Business from United States International University in Mexico City and San Diego (1995), an undergraduate degree in Management from the Indiana University School of Business (1985), speaks Spanish and is a licensed private pilot SEL (single engine land). He’s also been an integral member of several championship sailing teams in Chicago, San Diego and Newport Beach, California.

Welcome to my new photography podcast!I can already hear some of you say:  “Hey, wait a minute, don't you already have a photography podcast?” Well, as a matter of fact I do. It's called The Travelling Image Makers and I co-host that one with my buddy Ralph Velasco. Every week we publish an interview with a travel photographer and we've been doing so for more than 80 weeks. It's a very high production value, very structured podcast and you can count on an episode to be published every week for the foreseeable future. I am definitely not giving up on that, but I wanted something different. I wanted to be able to share something with my followers and my readers whenever I read something in the news, or something that tickles my fancy, or I publish a new article on my website or whenever I think I have something interesting to share. So this is going to be very random and very experimental. I don't plan to spend a lot of time producing and editing and it's going to be recorded in one take and published immediately. I am not going to follow a fixed schedule; you will just be able to find all the episodes at this page and of course also on iTunes, where you will be able to subscribe, if you want to keep listening to what I have to say.Topics covered will include everything that is photography-related with some extensions into travel, which is one of my favourite pastimes. I recently also started developing a keen interest on marketing, especially marketing for creative businesses, like mine, so if you are in my situation,  might be interested in what I have to say about this topic. This is just the pilot episode, so no real news to share here. I will probably recording another episode tomorrow, where I will talk about the latest post I published on my website. Stay tuned, all the fun is just about to start! The post Introducing the Ugo Cei Photography Podcast appeared first on Ugo Cei Photography. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

India, often referred to as the sub-continent, is a location one can’t hope to capture adequately in less than a lifetime. TTIM co-host Ralph Velasco just spent a month there, scouting the place for one of his upcoming tours, and he tried to get at least a glimpse of its beauty, amidst the chaos of its cities.We caught up with Ralph while he was in Tokyo, on his way back to the U.S. after a two-month long trip (he’d also led a tour to Vietnam), and we discussed for half an hour his impressions of this great country and of its people. Listen to our conversation if you’d like to know more about India.Duration 31m 38s.We want to hear from you! What are you struggling with in your photography? What parts of the world would you like to know more about? Do you have any guests to suggest? Please leave us some feedback in the comments. Thank you!Stay tuned for our next episode, to be published a week from now and featuring an interview with Ken Kaminesky.Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Links* The Colors and Culture of IndiaPhotos of India by Ralph See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of the podcast sees the debut of my good friend Ralph Velasco, who I introduced last week, as a co-host. For our first show together, we interviewed Brian Cruickshank.Brian is a Los Angeles-based photographer whose work is represented by Getty Images to clients worldwide. Brian also leads annual photography tours in Cambodia through an affiliation with PhotoEnrichment Adventures.WIth Brian we discussed stock photography, the importance of having local support or a “fixer” when traveling to far out places, going beyond clichés when doing travel photography and other assorted topics.We hope you will enjoy the conversation.Duration 34m 51s.Next week’s guest will be Brenda Tharp.Subscribe on iTunes or join our newsletter!Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Links* WebsitePhotos by Brian See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alright, my dear listeners, we are at episode 50 of the show, which means I’ve been publishing new episodes every week for almost one full year, never skipping a week.Let me tell you, this is a lot of work, especially since I do it all on my own, from finding and inviting guests, interviewing them, editing the audio, publishing the episode, sharing on social media, the whole shebang! It takes hours of my time every week, but I’m happy to do it, because you seem to love it and because it is working great to put my name out.In addition, it has enabled me to network with some great people.Some of those people I have met personally, some have become long-distance friends and today I want to introduce you to one of them. The reason for this is because, starting today, he is going to co-host the show with me. That not only means being able to share some of the load I mentioned above, but also being able to create new and interesting content and taking the show to new heights.If you have listened to episode 13, you already know this guy, or maybe you already know him by other means, but in any case, please welcome great travel photographer and all-around nice guy, Mr. Ralph Velasco!Travel photography instructor, author and international guide, Ralph has organized and led a variety of cultural tours around the world, including to Egypt, Mexico’s Copper Canyon, Bhutan, Nepal, Cambodia, Iceland, Central Europe, Morocco, Vietnam, the Adriatic, Romania, Turkey, Spain, Death Valley, Chicago and San Francisco and others. Additionally, as of this writing he’s organized and led more than a dozen fully-licensed People-to-People programs to Cuba.Duration 22m 11s.We want to hear from you! What are you struggling with in your photography? What parts of the world would you like to know more about? Do you have any guests to suggest? Please leave us some feedback in the comments. Thank you!Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you've been following this podcast for some time, you will have certainly noticed that one of the recurring themes here is that of giving back, of using photography to effect some real change in the world and to benefit the communities that we visit when we travel.This was the central point of Episode 25 with John Butterill, of Episode 14 with Anna Tenne, and of Episode 13 with Ralph Velasco.I was very happy then, when I contacted Darlene Hildebrandt, asking for an interview, and she told me about her involvement with the people of the El Limonal community in Nicaragua. We immediately agreed that our conversation would be focused on that and, more in general, on the various ways in which travel photographers can do more than just come, snap some pictures and leave.Darlene is the creator of Digital Photo Mentor. She has been a professional photographer for over 26 years, and photography educator since 2011. Darlene provides valuable articles on her site, has a free ebook, and offers online photography courses, as well as photography travel tours. Her next tour is to Nicaragua in November where you can participate in giving back to the communities there by working with the locals, and a kids photography group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the Out of Chicago Podcast, Chris discusses the upcoming Out of New York Photography Conference. Out of Chicago will call New York City home from October 14-15, with on-the-street workshops available on Oct. 16. Located across from the Empire State Building, the Out of New York Photography Conference will be held in the heart of Manhattan, allowing you to explore the city and the many sights it has to offer. Out of New York has the most epic lineup to date of any of our conferences. You learn and shoot with Rick Sammon, Lindsay Adler, RC Concepcion, Valerie Jardin, John Kosmopolous, Bryan Peterson, Vivienne Gucwa, David Carol, Steve Simon, Marie Laigneau, Frederick Van Johnson, Jim Harmer, Mike Moats, Rick Gerrity, Tim Grey, Neil Van Niekerk, Gabriel Biderman, Chris Gampat, Ralph Velasco, Angie McMonigal, James Maher, Anne Belmont, Jim Welninski, Michael Muraz and Chris Nicholson. We will be adding more instructors in the next few months. Registration opens March 22 with early bird registration until the end of the month. Sign up at http://outofnewyork.com to receive a discount code for an additional $50 off when registration opens. The price increases April 1st. The post The Out of New York Photography Conference: OOC Podcast Episode 32 (https://www.outofchicago.com/2016/03/15/new-york-photography-conference-ooc-podcast-episode-32/) appeared first on Out of Chicago Photography (https://www.outofchicago.com) .

UPDATE: The code to text has been updated to “Ralph1”. Please email info@outofchicago.com (mailto:info@outofchicago.com) with any questions! Chris talks to Ralph Velasco of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc. (http://photoenrichment.com) , about working off a shot list for your travel photography. Ralph is the founder of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc., a company which organizes and leads customized cultural photography tours around the world. Working off a shot list is meant to give yourself, as a photographer, a framework to work off of. It’s meant to provide structure for your photography. Ralph’s iOS app, My Shot Lists for Travel (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/my-shot-lists-for-travel/id417628617?mt=8) , leads you through 52 categories, to help you have a well-rounded set of images throughout the year. Focusing on the uniqueness of location, or looking for that extra layer in your photo, helps to give a sense of place to your audience when viewing travel photographs. Ralph is providing his eBook, “Essence of a Place,” for free for Out of Chicago listeners. Please click the button below to claim your free copy! Get Your Free eBook! (https://outofchicago.leadpages.co/leadbox/1456ff9f3f72a2%3A179b3d356f46dc/5697423099822080/) You can also text “Ralph1” to 44222 to receive the eBook on your mobile device. In addition to Ralph’s travel work, he is speaking at the Travel & Adventure Show (http://travelshows.com) when it comes to Chicago January 23-24. If you use coupon code RALPH, you will receive a discount off the regular ticket price. He’s also speaking at the Out of Chicago Winter Conference (http://winter.outofchicago.com) , held February 20. If you use coupon code WINTER50, you’ll get $50 off your registration. The post Working off a shot list with Ralph Velasco: OOC Podcast Episode 24 (https://www.outofchicago.com/2016/01/18/episode24/) appeared first on Out of Chicago Photography (https://www.outofchicago.com) .

Hear about travel to Northern Romania as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco of photoenrichment.com about the region that he visited leading a recent photo tour. We talk about the regions of Maramureş and Bukovina, north of Transylvania.

Hear about travel to Northern Romania as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco of photoenrichment.com about the region that he visited leading a recent photo tour. We talk about the regions of Maramureş and Bukovina, north of Transylvania.

Hear about travel to Northern Romania as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco of photoenrichment.com about the region that he visited leading a recent photo tour. We talk about the regions of Maramureş and Bukovina, north of Transylvania.

Hear about travel to Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco about his recent photography tour of the country. Ralph tells us about some of his favorite cities in the country Chefchaouen and Essaouira in a trip that also included Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Fes.

Hear about travel to Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco about his recent photography tour of the country. Ralph tells us about some of his favorite cities in the country Chefchaouen and Essaouira in a trip that also included Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Fes.

Hear about travel to Morocco as the Amateur Traveler talks to Ralph Velasco about his recent photography tour of the country. Ralph tells us about some of his favorite cities in the country Chefchaouen and Essaouira in a trip that also included Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Fes.

This week, Mark and Yeni talk to Ralph Velasco, a travel photographer that helps others get the most of out of their vacations through pictures! Check out his website at http://photoenrichment.com/

This Week in Travel - Travel News Podcast. Regular hosts Gary Arndt, Jen Leo and Chris Christensen are joined by this week's guest Ralph Velasco, Photographer and Photo Tour Leader from RalphVelasco.com

Travel photography podcast with Ralph Velasco, where we discuss composition time, shot lists, people and permission, and other travel photo advice. More at http://indietravelpodcast.com/photography/

Ralph Velasco is a professional travel photographer and workshop leader who has made exploring the world his passion. He created a unique niche for himself by creating and leading photographic tours and photowalks in the United States and abroad to serve his own personal passion for travel and image-making. His extensive experience negotiating different lands and cultures has helped him collect a wealth of knowledge, which he generously shares on his tours and classes. He brings a sensitivity and fun to an oft-practiced genre of photography, which is rooted in the desire to learn and create beautiful photographs.

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about a trip to the very new country of Montenegro. When Ralph visited the country it was the newest country on the planet after it split off of Serbia. This mountainous country boasts the southern most fjords in Europe, old walled Venetian towns, fortresses, island churches, hikes, rafting, and some wonderful photography. Ralph stayed on the coast and visited the coastal cities of Kotor, Budva and Perast among others.

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about a trip to the very new country of Montenegro. When Ralph visited the country it was the newest country on the planet after it split off of Serbia. This mountainous country boasts the southern most fjords in Europe, old walled Venetian towns, fortresses, island churches, hikes, rafting, and some wonderful photography. Ralph stayed on the coast and visited the coastal cities of Kotor, Budva and Perast among others.

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about a trip to the very new country of Montenegro. When Ralph visited the country it was the newest country on the planet after it split off of Serbia. This mountainous country boasts the southern most fjords in Europe, old walled Venetian towns, fortresses, island churches, hikes, rafting, and some wonderful photography. Ralph stayed on the coast and visited the coastal cities of Kotor, Budva and Perast among others.

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about tips to keep in mind when you are taking pictures on your travels. We talk about:    * telling a story    * depth of field    * giving your self assignments    * giving a sense of scale    * adding a human touch    * reflections    * avoiding the crowds    * embracing the weather    * seeking the unique picture    * capturing the essence of a place

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about tips to keep in mind when you are taking pictures on your travels. We talk about:    * telling a story    * depth of field    * giving your self assignments    * giving a sense of scale    * adding a human touch    * reflections    * avoiding the crowds    * embracing the weather    * seeking the unique picture    * capturing the essence of a place

The Amateur Traveler talks to photographer Ralph Velasco about tips to keep in mind when you are taking pictures on your travels. We talk about:    * telling a story    * depth of field    * giving your self assignments    * giving a sense of scale    * adding a human touch    * reflections    * avoiding the crowds    * embracing the weather    * seeking the unique picture    * capturing the essence of a place