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Some stories inspire travel. Others change how you think about it. For more than 50 years, the people behind Big Five have explored destinations, built relationships, uncovered extraordinary experiences, and gained insights that cannot be found in a guidebook. Along the way, we’ve collected stories, perspectives, and ideas worth sharing. Here you’ll find destination intelligence, conversations with experts, sustainability perspectives, traveler experiences, and observations from the field. Together, they offer a deeper understanding of the people, places, and experiences shaping travel today.

Stories Worth Reading. Videos Worth Watching.

Some insights are best shared through the written word. Others come alive through conversations, experiences, and voices from around the world. Explore stories and videos that inform, inspire, and reveal what makes a destination, culture, or encounter truly unforgettable.

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Behind-the-scenes encounters, rare opportunities, and experiences made possible through long-standing relationships.

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Insights, observations, and expert perspectives from destinations around the globe.

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Stories of conservation, community partnerships, and positive impact through travel.

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Firsthand observations and experiences from explorers, destination specialists, guides, and local experts.

Big Five Perspectives

Ideas, trends, and conversations shaping the future of travel.  Stories Worth Reading. Ideas Worth Sharing.

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The Thunder Velocity of the African Migration Season

Date: August 4, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Those of you planning safaris are probably being told by everyone and their brother that the migration...

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An Inspiring Ted Talk

Date: July 28, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Do you have a life goal? You know, something you relentlessly pursue no matter what comes in...

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A Letter To Japan

Date: July 14, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Back in the summer of 2020, a colleague and I spoke together on a podcast about mental...

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Meet Kipi the Robot

Date: June 10, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, If you had told me 15 years ago that Big Five would be involved with deploying robots,...

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Let’s Talk About Barichara, but Never Bruno

Date: June 2, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, I am finally back from the 40th and most epic visit to Colombia where I was accompanied...

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The Words of Jill

Date: May 19, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Normally I share my thoughts with you in our weekly blog. However, this week I am leading...

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Micro Blog, Macro Sustainability

Date: May 12, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Back in 2019, we launched three sister websites, all powered by Big Five. These sites are aimed...

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South Africa: Beyond The Obvious

Date: April 28, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, When I initially wrote this blog, I opened with a story about how I took a trip...

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She is India and She Has Much to Share

Date: April 21, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, Back in early 2004, I was exhibiting at an adventure travel show focused on Asia. I was...

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Transformed By Travel

Date: April 14, 2022 | By: Ashish Sanghrajka | Travel Blog

Dear Advisor Partners, If your circles are anything like mine, you probably often hear the phrase, travel transforms. I love...

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