Adventure Travel with Eva Westerling - Berber Adventure Tours Morocco

Guest BioEva Westerling is the co-owner of Berber Adventure Tours Morocco. Originally a radiologist, Eva spent many years working in global hospital consulting, which took her to countries such as Iraq, India, and Chile. After deciding to take time off to travel, she returned to Morocco and has remained based there ever since. Her deep connection to the country, especially the desert regions, shapes her approach to life and travel. Eva manages many of the operational aspects of Berber Adventure Tours, including tour design, calculations, marketing, and customer communications.Show SummaryIn this episode of the Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Podcast, host Jason Elkins speaks with Eva about her unique journey from a medical career to becoming a key figure in Morocco’s adventure tourism scene. They discuss how living in the desert has changed her perspective on life, focusing more on presence and simplicity rather than material concerns. Eva shares stories from her extensive travels throughout Morocco, including favorite spots like Essaouira, Tetouan, and the vast desert around Merzouga.Eva also talks about the challenges and rewards of designing tours that explore lesser-known areas, offering travelers a chance to experience Morocco beyond the typical tourist paths. She reflects on her partnership with Hassan, whom she met on a desert trek, and how their shared passion for adventure informs the tours they create. Big World Made Small guest features are invitation-only and selected based on story, experience, and fit with the show. Guest support helps make the episode possible, but it does not determine who is featured. This helps keep the show free of third-party ads and interruptions while keeping the focus on real, story-driven conversations.Learn more about the Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Podcast and join our private community to get episode updates & special access to our guests.Are you a tourism expert with a story to share? Let's connect.