Helping Plus Size Travel.
What does confidence look like when you’re plus size and determined to Travel the world? Jeff Jenkins (Chubby Diaries) shares the real, unfiltered story behind plus size travel, adventure & representation.
🎧 About This Episode
In this full-length conversation, Jeff Jenkins – creator of Chubby Diaries and host of National Geographic’s “Never Say Never” – joins the Adventure Diaries Podcast to share how he’s helping over a million plus size travelers and adventurers travel the world with confidence.
We dive into Jeff’s journey from choir teacher to global travel creator, how a mission trip to Rwanda and a heartbreaking personal loss completely changed his direction, and why he decided to build a platform dedicated to plus size travel, body-positive adventure, and accessibility in the outdoors.
Jeff breaks down the real challenges plus size travelers face – airplane seats, excursions, gear, wetsuits, social judgment – and how he’s working with major brands and the wider travel industry to create more inclusive, comfortable and welcoming experiences for every body.
If you’ve ever felt “travel isn’t for me” because of your size, fitness, background, or confidence level, this episode is for you. It’s part story, part blueprint, and a powerful reminder that adventure belongs to everyone.
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🧭 Who Is Jeff Jenkins (Chubby Diaries)?
Plus size travel creator & entrepreneur
Founder of Chubby Diaries, a community-focused plus size travel platform
Host of “Never Say Never” on National Geographic
Advocate for inclusive travel, accessibility & representation in the outdoor and tourism industries
Consultant to major travel brands on plus size travelers, marketing, and design
Jeff has gone from growing up in Orlando and working as a choir teacher, to traveling the world, building water wells and gardens in Rwanda, starring in a Nat Geo series, and inspiring plus size adventurers globally to step outside their comfort zones.
🧳 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How Jeff went from music teacher to full-time travel content creator
The story behind ChubbyDiaries.com and why the plus size travel niche matters
What it’s really like to scuba dive, hike, rock climb and explore outdoors as a plus size traveler
How Jeff works with airlines, hotels and tour operators to improve accessibility & comfort
The behind-the-scenes path to landing a National Geographic travel show
Why representation in travel media can change someone’s life
Practical mindset shifts for traveling with confidence while plus size
Jeff’s future projects, kids’ book, new shows, and big dream of reaching all seven continents (including Antarctica)
🗂️ Chapters &Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction: Plus Size Travel & Chubby Diaries
0:38 – Mission Trip to Rwanda & Water Well Project
1:22 – Welcome to the Adventure Diaries Podcast
2:40 – Jeff Jenkins’ Early Life in Orlando, Florida
6:24 – From Choir Teacher to Aspiring Travel Blogger
11:23 – The Birth of Chubby Diaries & Plus Size Travel Niche
16:35 – Impact, Community Feedback & Industry Recognition
30:45 – How the Travel Industry Is Changing for Plus Size Travelers
35:11 – Diving into Adventure & Outdoor Experiences
35:32 – Scuba Diving as a Plus Size Traveler (Wetsuits, Comfort & Safety)
36:20 – Exploring Hiking, Rock Climbing & Other Outdoor Activities
37:11 – National Geographic Show “Never Say Never” – The Origin Story
37:37 – From Social Media to Hosting a Global Travel Show
40:54 – Traveling with Pets & Road Life with a Dog
41:30 – Behind the Scenes of TV Production & Big Crews
50:46 – Future Projects, Show Development & Book Plans
53:07 – Call to Adventure: Message for Plus Size Adventurers
🌍 Key Themes & Topics We Explore
Plus size travel tips & confidence building
How to travel while plus size (planes, tours, excursions, wetsuits, gear)
Inclusive travel & body positive adventure
Representation in travel media & advertising
Working with National Geographic and pitching TV shows
Turning a personal story into a travel business and brand
Encouraging plus size folks to try scuba diving, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking and more
How brands can better serve plus size travelers and adventurers
🧠 Perfect For You If…
You’re plus size and love the idea of travel but feel nervous, judged, or unsure where to start.
You want real talk on flights, seats, tours, and comfort while traveling in a bigger body.
You’re interested in content creation, podcasting, travel shows or building a niche brand.
You care about inclusivity, accessibility, and representation in the outdoors.
You just enjoy good storytelling and adventure conversations.
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