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Skofja Loka - Slovenia
Skofja Loka, Slovenia, is a historic town renowned for its tradition and creativity, located near Ljubljana and just 30 minutes from the capital. It is an excellent starting point for exploring the Julian Alps or, in our case, an ending point.
Jul 1


Bohinj - Slovenia
Wow, another pocket of goodness is Bohinj in Slovenia. Bohinj is located in the heart of the Julian Alps.
Jun 21


Lake Bled - Slovenia
A place that needs no introduction, we are all familiar with the fairytale pictures of Lake Bled, a Slovenian resort town in the foothills of the Julian Alps, set along the glacial lake.
Jun 16


Kranjska Gora - Slovenia
Kranjska Gora, you are located in an extraordinary part of Slovenia; the nature and views surrounding you are truly breathtaking. You were the perfect introduction to our 73rd country, Slovenia.
Jun 15


A Travelling (Un)Retirement Adventure
Recently, I was featured in an episode of the groundbreaking podcast "I Used to be Somebody," hosted by the insightful Carl Landau.
This opportunity was the perfect moment to reflect on my career and personal journey and connect with an audience eager to redefine retirement and embark on fulfilling second acts.
May 16


The Wonders of Cape Town
Sailing into Cape Town was a surreal experience; this destination has been on our travel wishlist for nearly two decades.
Dec 5, 2024
Extended Journeys


Lisbon to Cape Town - Regent Cruises
Embark on a remarkable journey with us as we sail from the historic city of Lisbon to the picturesque vineyards of Cape Town on Splendor.
How We Got Here


A Travelling (Un)Retirement Adventure
Recently, I was featured in an episode of the groundbreaking podcast "I Used to be Somebody," hosted by the insightful Carl Landau.
This opportunity was the perfect moment to reflect on my career and personal journey and connect with an audience eager to redefine retirement and embark on fulfilling second acts.
May 16


We are Featured on Forbes
We're beyond excited to share that our travel story is featured on Forbes! A heartfelt thank you to Gary Stoller for capturing our journey.
Nov 18, 2024


The World Is Their Oyster
Wayne and Sally Schmidt left their Groundhog Day life in Australia and embarked on a journey that spanned 92 countries.
Nov 10, 2024


A Slow-Travelling Digital Nomad
The Ageist recently featured me in an interview discussing my journey as a seasoned digital nomad since 2017.
Oct 11, 2024
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