Travel & Adventure

Retirement isn't the end of adventure, it's the beginning of a new chapter filled with possibilities! This category is your guide to embracing the freedom of post-work life through travel. Discover inspiring destinations, practical tips for planning longer trips, advice on budget-friendly travel, and stories from fellow retirees exploring the world on their own terms. It's time to dust off your suitcases and passport and create unforgettable memories.

Wild & Wonderful: 4 Lesser-Traveled West Coast Summer Getaways

These lesser-traveled West Coast spots don’t just offer a vacation—they invite you to slow down and rediscover wonder. Whether it’s the salty air of Trinidad or the glowing hills of Ojai, there’s something here that feels like yours the moment you arrive.

Kim-The Seasoned Lady

6 days ago3 min read

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How to Pack a Bag for a Weekend Getaway (Without Bringing Your Entire Closet)

Whether you’re escaping to hill country, hitting the beach, or checking into a cozy cabin with your favorite people (or finally by yourself), here’s how to pack like the seasoned, stylish woman you are—with room left over for souvenirs and sanity.

Kim-The Seasoned Lady

May 243 min read

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Taking the Road Trip to 3 Lesser-Known Southeast Getaways Worth the Detour

Whether you’re a foodie, a history buff, or just need a peaceful reset, these small-town Southern escapes prove you don’t need a big name to make big memories. Throw a bag in the car and take the road a little less traveled to one or all of these southeast getaways.

Kim-The Seasoned Lady

May 233 min read

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Off the Beaten Path: 3 East Coast Escapes for the Seasoned Traveler

Travel doesn’t always need plane tickets or passport stamps. Sometimes the richest experiences are found down a back road, at a table for two, with homemade pie and a story from someone who’s lived there all their life.

Kim-The Seasoned Lady

May 213 min read

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What My 40s Have Taught Me About Strength, Health, and Happiness

In my 20s and 30s, I lived for the burn. It was about being tough, disciplined, and unstoppable. The harder I pushed, the more my body pushed back. It forced me to re-evaluate what health really meant and what I actually needed to thrive.