Ralph Velasco, known as the Continental Drifter, shares how he turned a childhood fascination with photography and culture into a thriving international travel business after the age of 45.
In this episode, we explore how Ralph's journey from restaurateur and financial advisor to tour leader and author was catalyzed by the 2008 financial crisis, and how small steps like teaching community classes helped pave the way.
Discover how curiosity, courage, and community can unlock your next chapter, and how you can build a thriving business by combing your passions and purpose.
Highlights:
- Meet Ralph Velasco: From Financial Advisor to Global Tour Leader
- Childhood Roots: Early Travel, Photography & Curiosity
- Buying His First Restaurant at 21 and Funding World Travel
- Burning Out & Reigniting Through Digital Photography
- The Power of Testing Ideas Locally Before Going All-In
- When the 2008 Financial Crisis Became Ralph’s Catalyst
- Overcoming Fear and Embracing Reinvention
- Building a Business with Small Group Tours & Repeat Clients
- Lessons from Over 100 Trips and a Life on the Road
- The Birth of Mindful Travel and His New Books
- How to Be Present: "Be Here Now" in Life and Travel
- What's Next: Pre-tiring & Leaving a Legacy of Stories
Ralphs's Books and Website:
- Bucket List for Travel: Places to Go Before Your Knees Give Out: https://amzn.to/46eVPJE
- How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses: https://amzn.to/4eR5U1D
- https://continentaldrifter.co/
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