Inspired Travels With Patti

Patti Hunt

Inspired Travels with Patti is your weekly invitation to see the world in a whole new way. Do you think travel has to be far away and expensive? Think again! Travel can be right in your own neighborhood—or across the globe—and it doesn’t have to cost a thing. Hosted by Patti Hunt, this podcast is all about redefining what it means to travel. Each episode explores unique experiences, unforgettable adventures, and the people and places that make them special. Sometimes Patti will share her own journeys, and other times she’ll bring on inspiring guests to tell their stories. Whether you’re seeking local adventures or dreaming of far-off destinations, Inspired Travels with Patti will spark your wanderlust and encourage you to see the extraordinary in the everyday. Hit follow and start your adventure today!

  1. 4D AGO

    Travel Lessons & Hidden Gems: Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026

    As 2025 comes to a close, I (Patti Hunt) reflect on a year of meaningful travel stories, powerful conversations, and personal transitions. In this solo recap episode of Inspired Travels with Patti, I revisit standout interviews: from sailing the East Coast and traveling full-time in an RV to service-based travel and navigating travel with kids and special needs. I also share my own evolving relationship with travel, what’s ahead for 2026, and why travel doesn’t have to be far from home to change your life. This episode is an invitation to reflect, get inspired, and start planning your own next adventure. Podcast Episodes Mentioned  (Here are the YouTube links or can listen on Apple, Spotify or other podcast platforms) What It’s Really Like Living on a Sailboat: Six Months from New York to the BahamasHidden Travel Gems You’ve Never Heard Of Best Hidden Travel Spots in the U.S. Part 2 (Crystal River, Badlands & More)Nashville Secrets Revealed: Hidden Gems, Food, Music & Local FavoritesTraveling with Autism: A Dad’s Journey to Overcome Challenges & Explore the WorldTraveling Internationally with Kids: Insider Tips from a Pilot’s FamilyNo RV? No Tent? No Problem! Why Campgrounds Beat Hotels Every TimeWhat Is Service-Based Travel? Helping Jamaica After the HurricaneRVTV Explained: How RV Content Creators Get Featured on TelevisionReflect on 2025 & Build a Better 2026: Mindset, Wins & Lessons with Joe Fier of Hustle & FlowchartThank you for listening to Inspired Travels With Patti. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love your support - follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode, share it with someone who loves travel, and send me a message to let me know what inspired you most. Your support helps this podcast grow and allows me to continue bringing you travel inspiration, tips, and meaningful conversations. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    14 min
  2. DEC 18

    Reflect on 2025 & Build a Better 2026: Mindset, Wins & Lessons with Joe Fier of Hustle & Flowchart

    As 2025 comes to a close, I (Patti Hunt) sit down with entrepreneur, Hustle and Flowchart podcast host, and marketing strategist Joe Fier to reflect on the wins, challenges, and lessons that shaped the year, and how to intentionally step into 2026 with clarity and courage. Joe shares insights on mindset, avoiding burnout, redefining hustle, and finding alignment between work, family, and personal fulfillment. Together, Joe and I explore why travel, both literal and internal, is essential for perspective, how quiet reflection can reveal what we truly want, and why embracing change (including AI) is critical for personal and professional growth. This episode is a powerful reminder that living fully means living intentionally. Key Takeaways Why clarity about what you want is the foundation of successThe shift from nonstop hustle to intentional balanceHow reflection helps prevent burnout and misalignmentFinding quiet moments to capture your best ideasThe courage required to live life on your own termsWhy embracing change and technology is essential heading into 2026Reflect.app    app to voice your thoughts  Guest Links Hustle & Flowchart PodcastJoe Fier (AI Twin & Resources)Thank you for listening to Inspired Travels With Patti. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love your support - follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode, share it with someone who loves travel, and send me a message to let me know what inspired you most. Your support helps this podcast grow and allows me to continue bringing you travel inspiration, tips, and meaningful conversations. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    41 min
  3. DEC 4

    Exploring Pennsylvania’s State Parks: Hiking Tips, Confidence Building & Cold-Weather Adventures with Abbi Miller

    I (Patti Hunt) interview a special young lady who will inspire you to explore the outdoors, starting right where you live. Her goal is to visit all 124 Pennsylvania state parks, she has been to 22 and will keep going through the fall and winter. She hopes to help build confidence through travel and solo exploration, Abbi shares her journey, lessons, and practical advice for hikers of every experience level. Whether you’re an RVer, glamping enthusiast, or trail beginner, this conversation will ignite your sense of adventure and push you toward that first step outdoors.   Quote “Your comfort zone will kill you. You kind of just have to do it, you can't just live in your little bubble.” — Abbi Miller Guest Links  * Abbi on the Trail TikTok * Abbi Miller Creative Instagram Thank you for listening, you can support this podcast by Following and sharing. Connect with me on social media. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    50 min
  4. NOV 27

    Thanksgiving Reflections From the Road: Gratitude, RV Life Lessons, and Slowing Down the Journey

    Special Thanksgiving episode I (Patti Hunt) reflect on what three years of full-time RV travel taught her about pace, perspective, gratitude, and intentional lifestyle. I share how slowing down transformed my experience of travel, how embracing the journey, not just the destination revealed everyday beauty, and how time in nature helped her navigate emotional challenges with clarity and grounding. I also expresses heartfelt gratitude to my family, friends, editor, social media team, producers, and devoted listeners. I offer an encouragement that travel is more than movement it’s a mindset, a way of living, and an invitation to embrace presence and meaning wherever you are. Key Points Enjoy the journey not just the destinationSlow down and make space for presence and appreciationGaining new perspective by spending time in natureGratitude for supportive friends, family, and creative teamTravel as a philosophy of living fully, not just going placesIf these reflections resonated with you, leave me a comment or question, and share what travel (big or small) has taught you. If you’re listening on a podcast platform, follow and leave a review, it helps the show reach more listeners! Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    9 min
  5. NOV 20

    What Is Service-Based Travel? Helping Jamaica After the Hurricane

    In this powerful episode I (Patti) down with Tonja Lesmeister, founder of Traveling With a Purpose (TAP), to explore the heart and impact of service-based travel. Tonja shares how her early social work and youth group experiences sparked a lifelong passion for cultural immersion and community support. She opens up about founding TAP, leading dozens of service trips to Jamaica, and building long-term partnerships with children’s homes and an autism school on the island. This episode also addresses the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Melissa and how TAP is responding with immediate relief efforts, family support, and future rebuilding plans. Whether you're curious about service trips or looking for ways to help, this conversation is both heartfelt and eye-opening. Key Points Tonja’s first service trip and how her passion for global service beganThe founding story of Traveling With a Purpose (TAP)What makes service-based travel different from traditional volunteer tripsHow TAP matches traveler skills with real needs in Jamaican communitiesHurricane Melissa’s destruction and the urgent need for supportRequirements and expectations for joining a TAP service tripHow service changes the traveler as much as the communityResources & Links Traveling With a Purpose (TAP)Firefly Hills  Kentucky CampgroundThank you for listening, I would love to hear from you, please leave me a comment or question here on the podcast page or on my social media channels and share with others that want to adventure. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    33 min
  6. NOV 13

    Traveling Internationally with Kids: Insider Tips from a Pilot’s Family

    I (Patti Hunt) sit down with world traveler, homeschool mom, and children’s book author Robin to unpack what it really takes to travel internationally with kids. From RV adventures and spontaneous London weekends to preparing for long-haul flights with special needs children, Robin shares practical advice, heartwarming stories, and a healthy dose of humor. Whether you’re dreaming of Paris or planning a road trip closer to home, this episode will inspire you to embrace travel as a family and find joy in the journey. Key Points: The benefits of “world schooling” and how travel teaches kids life skillsPacking smart with kidsFood planning for kids with sensitivities or autism (plus TSA-friendly tips)Teaching safety and independence while traveling as a familyFunny (and real) stories of getting “lost” and learning resilience on the roadQuote:  “It’s not about doing everything perfectly—it’s about teaching your kids how to figure things out when life happens.” References: Robin’s WebsiteInstagram @bgbarnstormerThank you for listening, I would love to hear from you, please leave me a comment or question here on the podcast page or on my social media channels and share with others that want to adventure. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    55 min
  7. NOV 6

    Girl Camper Goes Global: Janine Pettit’s Journey from the Salmon River to Paris

    I (Patti Hunt) sit down with Janine Pettit, founder of Girl Camper and champion for women travelers discusses overcoming fear, building confidence, and finding community through solo and group adventures. From RVing across the U.S. to exploring Europe and Africa, Janine shares how she turned her love of camping into a movement that empowers women to travel boldly. Together, they explore what it really means to go “solo, but not alone,” how to make international trips affordable, and why there’s no such thing as the perfect time to start your adventure. Key Points Why solo travel doesn’t mean traveling alone the power of supportive communitiesJanine’s unforgettable salmon river trips and bucket-list adventuresMaking international travel possible on any budgetOvercoming fear, embracing spontaneity, and finding joy in imperfectionTips for women new to camping, group travel, and planning their first big tripReferences & Resources Girl CamperSpacious Skies CampgroundsOpen Roads Fuel Savings CardIf you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to travel, this episode is your sign to start now. Subscribe to Inspired Travels with Patti for more stories of courage, community, and adventure and share this episode with a friend who needs a little travel inspiration. Connect with Me: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok Links and Discounts * Camp for Less than $9 a night: Reach out to Sharon & Warren Lewis Thousand Trails Membership Specialists. Call/Text 772-217-1851 * AirSkirts $200 off with Code: RVPOD * Rivet Supply Co Adventure Boards check website for FREE Personalizing * KoolRV Optimize RV AC * Open Roads discount diesel fuel card * VIP Access Great RV product & services discounts * Innovative Toll Nationwide Tolling for $24/year

    54 min

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Inspired Travels with Patti is your weekly invitation to see the world in a whole new way. Do you think travel has to be far away and expensive? Think again! Travel can be right in your own neighborhood—or across the globe—and it doesn’t have to cost a thing. Hosted by Patti Hunt, this podcast is all about redefining what it means to travel. Each episode explores unique experiences, unforgettable adventures, and the people and places that make them special. Sometimes Patti will share her own journeys, and other times she’ll bring on inspiring guests to tell their stories. Whether you’re seeking local adventures or dreaming of far-off destinations, Inspired Travels with Patti will spark your wanderlust and encourage you to see the extraordinary in the everyday. Hit follow and start your adventure today!