Orlando Burgos has had a varied and exciting career that has included – Aviation, Auto Restorations, Real Estate, Travel and Broadcasting. Each of these careers has had one thing in common – “I have always made sure to be the best at what ever it is I’m involved in because the people I”m addressing deserve the best of me…” Today, as the journey goes back to radio, He says… “There is way too much negativity, sulking and insecurity. It’s time to change.”
Lifestyle Buzz Today is a totally new breed of radio programming that includes topics of interest to all ages. Topics will range from Travel, Food & Wine, Fashion, Developing Wealth, Health and about how to increase your mind for your own benefit. The best way to describe what we do it – “Listen With an Open Mind – Just think – Can do…”
We will take you on a journey of discovery; and leave you wanting to hear more and more.
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1. What got you into travel writing?
Travel has always been a favorite pastime of mine, and sending postcards and letters to friends got me in the habit of being their eyes to the wonders that I was witnessing. After leaving the aircraft controls, I started a wholesale travel company and to be able to sell at that time, a great and true description of a destination that is not mired in tech jargon was the key. Even today, my writing is simple and down to earth. Just what I am looking at and how to enjoy it.
2. What’s the most challenging part of being a travel journalist for you?
To not get long-winded with the story to the point of turning judgmental or over enthusiastic of a place. All places have positive and negative value at the same time. Not all places are appropriate for all people, and we need the freedom to be able to tell the story honestly and true, and hope the reader uses common sense when going there.
3. What is one thing [equipment or personal item] you can’t go without on the road?
My GoPro Camera. My poor darling is missing pieces, and cosmetically it shows it has been used, but used very well. When I travel, I am self-contained to work from anywhere. Great imaging gear, computer with all manner of software to work and file from anywhere when it happens, but that GoPro just goes in my pocket and off to see the world in great style and little clutter.
4. What’s your most unusual and/or memorable travel experience?
Years ago, I had the opportunity to travel on the Aguarico River in the Ecuadorian Amazon on the Orellana River Boat. It was one of those Mark Twain River Queen moments. Paddle wheels, open decks, open-air bar up on top. One day while on a day trip, we were taken on a long trek to a village, guided by a little naked man (Jivaro) with a feather though his nose, and when we got to a certain distance we had to stop and observe. They were performing a ceremony of shrinking heads. Sadly, by national law, all recording equipment had to be left behind, as photography/filming was not allowed. I think that episodes like these only helps to increase the interest for discovery.
5. How did you learn about NATJA and why did you join?
This will be news to my friend Gustavo Rivas. I attended an event for Mexico presented by Gustavo’s company, and in finding out more about who he was, and if there was a chance for us to do business together, I saw he was part of NATJA, so I turned my attention to it, contacted the organization and here we are today. Thank you, Gustavo!
6. What is the best piece of advice you could give to a rookie travel journalist?
Today, there is a tendency to overthink everything. One never knows if the creative juices are there unless one takes a leap of faith and risk failing, because even in failing there is learning. For anyone thinking of writing, then go and find that first story and share it as naturally as possible. Then go and find another and another. Writing is like eating peanuts, once you open that bag, you are hooked, and when even a small amount of recognition comes your way, that is the best fuel for the soul.
