“You can leap if you want, I'm a leaper, I'm someone who just jumps right into things, but I know not everyone's like that. However you want to get there, whether you want to tip-toe, crawl, roll, or just leisurely walk, as long as you're going in that direction, it doesn't even matter when you get there. Just keep going.” - Patricia Serrano

Patricia Serrano is a travel-host, actor, writer, and producer with a passion for one-of-the kind life experiences and off-the-beaten path adventures. She has her own travel business (FreshTraveler.com) where she designs vacations and honeymoons to off-the beaten-path sustainable properties around the world. She is also the Chief Sustainability Officer at Myght Travel Network, the first travel agency focused exclusively on sustainable travel.

[00:01 - 13:38] Off-the-beath path Adventures

• Patricia is introduced to the show!
• She shares her life experiences and off-the-beaten path adventures

[13:39 - 28:35] The Positive Effects to Local Business with Sustainable Travel

• Patricia has seen the positive effects of local businesses and the kindness of people around the world
• She encourages sustainable travel, which can be done in a variety of ways:
• • Exploring off-beat paths
  • Staying at local businesses

[32:12 - 56:34] Enjoy Your Vacation With Sustainable Travel

• Patricia shares her long and varied career in the film industry, which includes:
• • Travel videos
  • Blog posts about off-the-beaten-path travel in the United States
• She recommends that people read the fine before making any decisions
• • Consult with experts in areas such as taxes or healthcare
• She shares that when traveling you should try:
• • Staying in neighborhoods that are locally owned
  • Visiting touristy places
  • Exploring the real neighborhoods of a place more when travelling

[56:34 – 01:02:28 ] Wrapping Up! 

• Patricia shares the quote from a Chinese proverb, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
• She encourages listeners to take the first step towards their goals, no matter how daunting they are
• How to contact and connect with Patricia

Key Quotes

“It's not just about travel. It's about any journey that you have.” - Patricia Serrano

“The soul of a place is the people. Sustainable travel is not just about the environment. You can't just invest in the environment. People are part of the environment.” - Patricia Serrano

“It's easier than ever to find these off the beaten pathways. The only thing I would recommend is that if you see these listings on Google, double check that they're still there or that they're open.” - Patricia Serrano

Connect with Patricia

Website: http://www.freshtraveler.com/

Instagram: @Freshtraveler

Facebook: @Freshtraveler 

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