Inspired Travels With Patti
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.
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What It’s Like to Fly in a Hot Air Balloon (With a 40-Year Pilot)
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What does it really feel like to fly in a hot air balloon? In this episode of Inspired Travels with Patti, i (Patti) reconnect veteran balloon pilot Tom Russo to unpack the unforgettable experience of ballooning, from the science behind inflation to the thrill (and strategy) of landing.
Tom shares his 40+ year journey into ballooning, beginning with a chance encounter in Brooklyn and leading to flights across festivals, commercial rides, and corporate events. Together, we explore the unique emotional, technical, and visual elements that make ballooning one of the most magical travel experiences available.
They also dive into the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and smaller festivals around the country.
🔑 Key Points
- How Hot Air Balloons Actually Work & What a Flight is Really Like
- Overcoming the Fear of Heights
- Magic of the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
- Smaller Balloon Festivals Across the U.S.
🔗 Resources & Links
- Balloon Federation of America
- Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
- Brookside Ballooning (Private Flights)
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