Beyond the Map: How Travel Shapes Who We Become | Michael Bluestone - Founder of Bluestone Travel

Elevator No. 199: Michael Bluestone is the Founder & CEO of Bluestone Travel, an Independent Travel Advisor at FROSCH (a CHASE Company), and a member of the Chase Travel Group Advisory Board, representing 600+ travel advisors nationwide. Before launching Bluestone Travel, he spent his 20s leading luxury adventure trips across 70+ countries, curating unforgettable experiences in destinations like Patagonia, the Dolomites, and South Africa.

In this episode, Michael shares how travel builds resilience, shifts perspectives, and fosters personal growth. From navigating unfamiliar cultures to designing one-of-a-kind itineraries, he reflects on the lessons learned from a life spent exploring the world.