Surviving A Broken Back In The Amazon (with Dave Bouskill & Debra Corbeil - The Planet D) | 32

Surviving A Broken Back In The Amazon (with Dave Bouskill & Debra Corbeil - The Planet D) | 32

Author: Christopher Rudder July 13, 2021 Duration: 1:19:53

What would you do if...

while four days in on tour deep within the Amazon, you slip on the stairs of a skiff boat and break your back?

About The Guest(s)

Their mantra is: “Adventure is for Everyone”

Dave & Deb believe that you don’t have to be an uber-athlete, adrenaline junkie or a part of the ultra-rich to be an adventurer! All you need is the desire to achieve something more. Dave and Deb are the founders of their award-winning travel blog The Planet D and have become experts in the travel space and named the Top Travel Influencers by Forbes Magazine.

Since 2007 they have visited over 115 countries on all 7 continents and have worked hard to become the leading source of detailed city guides, personal travel tips, inspiring stories and so much more.

Website:
The Planet D

Resources. Tips & Tricks:

  • Get Insurance when travelling !!
  • Call your insurance before your trip and find out what isn’t covered based on your travel itinerary.
  • Travel with an organized tour when exploring extreme and remote locations
  • Keep all your paperwork and receipts

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