Our most insane itinerary ever
A complex journey with complications — and delights.
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Adventure
Extraordinary two-day orangutan trek in Sumatra
This type of adventure is why we travel in early retirement.
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Taiwan’s turtles, temples, and a trash tree
Don’t miss Lambai Island.
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What our entertainment cost in Tokyo & Mount Fuji
Under $100 for 10 days in Tokyo; $65 for a Mount Fuji climb.
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Jaw-dropping ancient city of Termessos
Fit older people can do this site easily – with care.
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Pigeon Valley hike in Cappadocia starting from Goreme
Get ready for gorgeous views!
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Love Valley hike in Cappadocia starting from Uchisar
Love Valley is only one part of the main trail.
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Treasure hunt in Varna, Bulgaria
Adventure awaits on morning walks around the city.
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Bodhgaya and the Buddhist Circuit in Bihar
Where the Buddha became enlightened.
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Varanasi cremations are intense experiences
Fascinating, macabre, human.
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Lovely mountain village near Pokhara, Nepal
Such a beautiful experience, Ellen cried.
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Whitewater rafting, waterfalls in Rishikesh
Gorgeous views, invigorating thrills.
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Train travel in India beats flying — if you have time
1,200 kilometers, endless memories.
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Thar Desert camping near Jaisalmer
An authentic adventure to remember forever.
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‘Travel the world in retirement’ pep talk
You’ve planned and saved – but still have doubts.
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Looking at Boracay during the pandemic
Tedly wonders how long it will take to paddle over to the famous island…
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Directions to ‘Original Casaroro Falls’ near Dumaguete
A step-by-step guide to get you to a secret waterfall near the famous one.
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Dauin Marine Sanctuary: Budget travel sweet spot
The Dauin Marine Sanctuary is a great place to snorkel — for free — on Negros Island in the Philippines. I travel with a prescription dive mask and snorkel gear, so I didn’t even have to pay a few bucks for equipment rentals. I just walked into the water and started looking around. Heaven! But
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