Your passion might be the key to unlocking more travel—are you using it?

In this week's Travel Talk episode, host Kim Anderson reveals how your hobbies could be the secret to traveling more and connecting with cultures on a deeper level. Inspired by her conversation this week with Kilty Inafuku & The Travel Yogi (Episode #152), you'll learn that whether you're passionate about surfing, yoga, or something unique like diving or cooking, hobbies can open doors to unforgettable experiences.

She explores how hobbies help you meet like-minded people, gain insider knowledge about a destination, and even make travel more affordable. You’ll hear about the powerful connections that come with traveling for a hobby and why it might be the best way to experience the world.

Tune in to find out how you can turn your passion into an adventure—without giving up your day job (unless, of course, you want to!)

Want More? Check out these episodes featuring travelers who turned their hobbies into epic journeys:

Extreme Adventure: Motorbiking the Pan-American Highway and Canoeing the Darien Gap w/ Charlie Reynolds #142

Rowing Across the Pacific, Breaking World Records & Redefining Leadership through Adventure Travel w/ Sophia Denison Johnston #32

Part One: The First Person to Travel to Every Country Without Flying w/ Thor Pedersen - Once Upon a Saga #59

Part Two: The First Person to Travel to Every Country Without Flying w/ Thor Pedersen - Once Upon a Saga #61

Want travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast?
SIGN UP for our weekly newsletter here!
It's just the good stuff, I promise. No spam here.

Support the show

Let's CONNECT!

• FREE GUIDE: Travel Longer for Less 🌏
• Instagram: @DesignHerTravel
• Start your travel fund with Acorns Investment and get $5 free!
• Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout
• Please Note: I may earn a small commission when purchasing through these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but does help support the show.

What if your yoga practice could take you across the globe?

In this episode, host Kim Anderson sits down with Kilty Inafuku, a yoga teacher and adventure retreat leader who traded a traditional engineering career for a life of movement, mindfulness, and travel. Now, with The Travel Yogi, she guides adventure yoga retreats in some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations, from Patagonia to Bhutan, blending wellness with adventure.

In the episode, you’ll hear how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to unexpected opportunities, why adventure-based yoga retreats are so much more than just yoga, and how a simple shift in perspective can change the way you experience the world.

Plus, Kilty shares how yoga can help you combat jet lag, sleep better, and stay balanced while traveling.

If you’ve ever dreamed of weaving travel and wellness into your life, this episode is your sign to go for it!

RESOURCES:

Connect with Kilty: Website & Instagram and peep available adventure retreats w/ The Travel Yogi

⚡ROUND: Non-Violent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall Rosenberg

Want travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast?
SIGN UP for our weekly newsletter here!
It's just the good stuff, I promise. No spam here.

Support the show

Let's CONNECT!

• FREE GUIDE: Travel Longer for Less 🌏
• Instagram: @DesignHerTravel
• Start your travel fund with Acorns Investment and get $5 free!
• Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout
• Please Note: I may earn a small commission when purchasing through these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but does help support the show.

In this week’s Travel Talk episode, host Kim Anderson explores the power of saying yes and how life’s best opportunities often appear when you let go and trust the journey. If you’re feeling stuck, chasing a dream, or unsure of your next step, this is your reminder to take a breath, make space, and stay open to what’s possible.

Consider this your sign—when the right moment comes, will you say yes?

Tune in now, and if you know someone who needs a little inspiration, share this episode with them!

Want travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast?
SIGN UP for our weekly newsletter here!
It's just the good stuff, I promise. No spam here.

Support the show

Let's CONNECT!

• FREE GUIDE: Travel Longer for Less 🌏
• Instagram: @DesignHerTravel
• Start your travel fund with Acorns Investment and get $5 free!
• Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout
• Please Note: I may earn a small commission when purchasing through these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but does help support the show.