This is it. A perfect combination of movement and rest. A vague itinerary of several days that lets you go where you want just because “that sounds great today”. Then a chill day or two drinking from a balcony overlooking lavender fields. - I like this mix, it’s what we’ve been doing without putting a ‘name’ to it. Thank you.
I was actively traveling in my 50’s through 70’s though I typically went with a tour group if it was my first time in a foreign country so I could get an overview. Once I had a feel for the area I was willing to explore.
I like to have a round trip ticket and know where I was going to sleep at night. No backpacking or camping for me, but I did like to explore cities, meet new (especially local residents) people. attend events, as long as I had my sleeping arrangements booked.
When I travel with my youngest daughter, however, my trips become more adventurous and spontaneous.
Thank you. I'm happy that I made to all but one of my desired major destinations. Even though I got delayed by life challenges, I'm determined to get to that one still on the list.
My initial reaction as I began to read was wait until you’re in your 70s. But then I came across your wonderful line… “Not “slow vs fast”, but a rhythm that includes both.”
So true. At 70 we did an around the world trip of 85 days and 20 plane legs later. last year we did South America and 49 days, 16 plane trips and nine countries.
It completely exhausted us by the end, but I do have to say it may be hard to believe what we had built-in periods where we stayed in one place for at least a week.
I’m not sure, I could do it again 😸 However, having said that, we’re planning about 30 days this fall to South Africa and beyond.
This is it. A perfect combination of movement and rest. A vague itinerary of several days that lets you go where you want just because “that sounds great today”. Then a chill day or two drinking from a balcony overlooking lavender fields. - I like this mix, it’s what we’ve been doing without putting a ‘name’ to it. Thank you.
So glad it resonated Keith. 😁❤️
I was actively traveling in my 50’s through 70’s though I typically went with a tour group if it was my first time in a foreign country so I could get an overview. Once I had a feel for the area I was willing to explore.
I like to have a round trip ticket and know where I was going to sleep at night. No backpacking or camping for me, but I did like to explore cities, meet new (especially local residents) people. attend events, as long as I had my sleeping arrangements booked.
When I travel with my youngest daughter, however, my trips become more adventurous and spontaneous.
Sounds amazing Flora! ❤️
Thank you. I'm happy that I made to all but one of my desired major destinations. Even though I got delayed by life challenges, I'm determined to get to that one still on the list.
My initial reaction as I began to read was wait until you’re in your 70s. But then I came across your wonderful line… “Not “slow vs fast”, but a rhythm that includes both.”
So true. At 70 we did an around the world trip of 85 days and 20 plane legs later. last year we did South America and 49 days, 16 plane trips and nine countries.
It completely exhausted us by the end, but I do have to say it may be hard to believe what we had built-in periods where we stayed in one place for at least a week.
I’m not sure, I could do it again 😸 However, having said that, we’re planning about 30 days this fall to South Africa and beyond.