SARASOTA, FL (January 26, 2026) — Odyssey Studios, a leading content agency and production house, announced today the appointment of Dylan Thuras as its new Head of Storytelling & Creative. Thuras, the celebrated co-founder of Atlas Obscura and a New York Times bestselling author, joins Odyssey to spearhead the studio’s creative vision and cement its position as a premier storytelling powerhouse in the global tourism and travel industry.
Serving as a specialized creative and storytelling division within the Miles Partnership portfolio of companies, Odyssey Studios provides high-end production and strategic content solutions for leading travel brands. This appointment marks a significant expansion of the studio’s executive leadership and its commitment to narrative innovation.
In this newly created executive role, Thuras will serve as the effective co-head of the studio, overseeing story concept development and leading the agency’s team of creative producers. Beyond production, Thuras will drive Odyssey’s research and development efforts and represent the agency on the tourism industry speaking circuit, providing thought leadership to destination marketing organizations (DMOs) and hospitality brands on the evolving power of storytelling.
“Dylan is a rare talent who understands that travel isn’t just about places; it’s about the incredible stories that make those places matter,” said Ryan Thompson, Founder and Head of Odyssey Studios. “As we continue to expand our storytelling capabilities, mediums and approaches, Dylan’s expertise in building world-class, wonder-filled stories for brands will be an invaluable asset.”
Thuras brings over a decade of experience in building media brands that resonate with curious explorers. As the co-founder of Atlas Obscura, he helped transform a digital compendium of the world’s wonders into a global media phenomenon. At Odyssey, he will apply this lens to help brands and destinations develop deeper, more effective emotional connections with their audiences.
“I have spent my career focused on how we can share the hidden magic of the world through storytelling,” said Thuras. “Joining Odyssey Studios felt like a beautiful chance to further that mission. I’m thrilled to work with a wonderful team of producers to push the boundaries of travel media and help destinations tell stories that inspire joy, wonder and action!”
In addition to his creative leadership, Thuras will support product development and strengthen brand relationships, ensuring that Odyssey’s content remains at the cutting edge of production and publishing.
About Odyssey Studios
Odyssey Studios is a full-service creative agency and content studio specializing in the travel and tourism sector. A part of the Miles Partnership family of companies, Odyssey combines high-end production values with data-driven strategy to create compelling stories for destinations and travel brands worldwide. For more information about Odyssey Studios and their recent work, visit OdysseyStudios.com.
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Media Contact: Ryan Thompson, Head of Studio, [email protected]