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Welcome to our Blog! Here you will find a selection of handpicked articles and original posts that can help you think about how you want to plan your retirement. You can use the filters below to switch between original 'Posts' and 'Articles' from various categories about all things retirement!
Most Underrated Travel Destinations
Great read from Buzzfeed! Many of the suggestions were not even on my long-list previously. - RetirementGoat
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May 14, 20231 min read
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The Ultimate Turkey Itinerary
Turkey has something for almost everyone, both exotic and modern and eastern and western, this article from the travelwithme247blog...
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May 11, 20231 min read
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Costa Rica Travel Guide: Everything you need to know
From The Independent, a UK-oriented travel piece with emphasis on Costa Rica's well-earned reputation for eco-tourism. Some particularly...
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May 2, 20231 min read
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Exploring Egypt Off the Beaten Path
Egypt (and the Pyramids, of course) is a bucket-list destination for many that often gets crossed off the list in retirement. Here, from...
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May 1, 20231 min read
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Everything You Need to Know About RVing
A super popular past-time, especially for retirees, this article from Travel Awaits provides a great introduction to those curious about...
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Apr 28, 20231 min read
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Top 6 Underrated Alternatives to Italy This Summer
Some interesting, and less well-known, alternatives to Italy in the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe. An added benefit is that most are...
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Apr 28, 20231 min read
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I never heard of Bonaire until I visited
There are over 30 countries, territories and dependencies in the Caribbean. Bonaire is a Dutch-owned self-governing island (along with...
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Mar 31, 20231 min read
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A Dream Vacation Overlooking the Fjords of Norway
For those that want a tranquil and picturesque escape with some stunning views and a chance to explore the outdoors. - RetirementGoat
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Mar 20, 20231 min read
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15 Best Places to Visit in Central America
Nice mix of active, scenic, cultural and fun spots all around Central America from The Discoveries Of. - RetirementGoat
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Mar 19, 20231 min read
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9 Pilgrimage Walks for Women Over 60
Given that the article is from Sixty+Me, I see the perspective. However, I would suggest that many of these hikes would appeal not only...
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Mar 12, 20231 min read
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I quit my job as a nurse to become a home sitter
While most retirees haven't considered housesitting, and it may not be for you, it works for these (younger) digital nomads, and this...
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Mar 5, 20231 min read
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14 Stunning Hikes in Iceland
Iceland is an increasingly popular destination for active nature-forward vacations and is very accessible for North Americans. The...
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Feb 26, 20231 min read
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Solo Travel: This woman has visited 63 countries solo and now coaches others
Travelling alone is daunting for many of us. However, for a variety of reasons, many of us find ourselves single at some point in our...
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Feb 24, 20231 min read
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Bitten By the Bike Tour Bug
This Nuvo article describes (briefly) a slow-paced environmentally-friendly bike-and-barge tour that sounds great, and if the pictures...
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Feb 23, 20231 min read
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23 Most Beautiful Small Towns Around the World
Lots of variety here from Travel + Leisure. Not a lot of famous attractions, just some beautiful, small and accessible destinations on...
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Feb 14, 20231 min read
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Is base camping better than backpacking
Backpacking is a great way to get out into the wilderness but has a number of disadvantages for older outdoors folks including that you...
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Feb 13, 20231 min read
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Best Places to Travel in 2023: Insider
From Insider, this article provides a little something for everyone, from castles in France to little-known Caribbean islands to the Far...
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Feb 9, 20231 min read
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How New Zealand is the Capital of Adventure Tourism
Great article, from The Travel, on opportunities to take on the outdoors in New Zealand at anything but a leisurely pace! - RetirementGoat
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Feb 8, 20231 min read
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A Cattle Drive Vacation
For those of us that want to relive the Old West, or the movie City Slickers, this article from The Travel provides all you need to know....
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Feb 6, 20231 min read
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Tips for organizing an African safari
Some great tips from USA Today on where to start, with an added bonus of some great safari photos! - RetirementGoat
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Feb 3, 20231 min read
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