Senior Nomad Stuff
For a senior nomad stuff must be minimized. But this doesn’t have to stop you or be a painful process. Downsize easily with the right attitude and advice.
Senior Nomad Budget
An accurate senior nomad budget is the needed foundation for all your travels. Knowing your income/outgo makes it easy and fun to play with “what if” plans.
Senior Nomad Routes
Your senior nomad routes are clusters of locations you visit together. Then modify, expand, improve. Revisit your favorites, use as bases for new routes.
Senior Nomad Balance
For every senior nomad balance is essential while traveling. Use these distinct travel styles to be more effective and honor your natural travel rhythm.
Senior Nomad Climate
For a senior nomad climate is always high on the priority list. Try these easy tools to find cities by climate, new cities based on similar cities you love.
Senior Nomad Locations
Discover your perfect senior nomad locations. Our expert advice and excellent reference websites turn retired nomadic living into a fun travel adventure.
Senior Nomad Priorities
Knowing your senior nomad priorities makes or breaks success in this roving retirement lifestyle. Your personal compass to perfect travel destinations.
Senior Nomad Lifestyle
Learn what the senior nomad lifestyle really is. Step by step how-to guide. Have fun exploring the world. More flexible, cheaper than living in one place.
Dubrovnik Croatia – Pearl of the Adriatic
This lovely walled city is not to be missed. Especially walking all around on the tops of the outer fortress walls. Stunning views in all directions. I did and have 2 important tips.
Kotor Montenegro is a Natural Fortress
Kotor Montenegro captures your imagination. From the moment you start winding your way around the entrance bays to wandering the narrow ancient streets. This place is intoxicating on many levels.
Pacsafe Travelsafe 5L Portable Safe
Great for keeping your valuables safe in your hotel room while you’re out. But it’s important to get the right size bag by understanding how it closes.
Cavtat Croatia — Tiny, Beautiful, Quiet Paradise
Cavtat Croatia was a sweet surprise. Quiet tree lined path around the peninsula with stunning views, crystal clear waters, hidden coves, seaside cafes.
Pacsafe Daysafe Anti-Theft Cross Body Bag Review
This little Pacsafe bag is perfect for walking around the city seeing the sights. It has a slim body-hugging profile plus holds way more than you think. A steel wire is embedded in the strap for safety.
Eagle Creek Load Warrior Carry-on Review
The Eagle Creek Load Warrior Carry-on wheeled bag is my first choice for light-weight minimalist travel. No more checking bags or waiting to pick them up. But there are two different models, so make sure you understand the differences.
Colombian Chicken Bus Modern Style
Think you know what a chicken bus is like? Think again. This particular chicken rode in comfort and style, his owner pampering, petting and feeding him as we traveled along. I never saw anyone give so much loving attention to a chicken. What a lucky chicken!
Three Kings Celebration, Popayán Colombia
Fiesta de Reyes (Festival of the Three Kings / Epiphany) is a national holiday in Colombia. Always in early January and always a big deal with parades and celebrations everywhere. Since Christmas festivities start in early December, that means a full month of continuous special events and family gatherings!
Colombian Police are Polite and Protective
My recent experience with Colombian police in Popayán left me quite impressed. They’re helpful and polite, and yet still always alert and protective. I’m always happy to see them around. And it seems like the Colombians really like them too.
Cali, Colombia — a Pleasant Surprise for Tourists!
Be sure to include Cali Colombia in your list of cities to visit when you’re in Colombia. My personal experience is that it’s safe, beautiful and fun. Especially at Christmas time when it’s all dressed up in lights. A delightful mix of old and new. And economical too.
Baby Buggy Barbques of Cali, Colombia
What can you do with that old used baby buggy in your garage? Give it away to friends or relatives? Take it to the land fill? Or just perhaps… maybe you’ve got a hankering for a portable barbque? Take a look at what’s done in Cali, Colombia by the local street vendors.
Earthing / Grounded for Natural Energy
Connect to the earth’s natural energy field while you walk and while you sleep. Discover the many health benefits of Earthing. Easy, cheap DIY sleep system.
Else Kientzler Botanical Gardens, Sarchí
Else Kientzler Botanical Gardens is a worthwhile stop in Sarchí, Costa Rica. Only 1.5 Km from town. Photos, maps, plus detailed walking directions.
Travelers Checklist for Moving to a New Location
My personal Travelers Checklist to help keep you safe, confident and relaxed while traveling. Based on my own years of travel mishaps and near disasters!
Why Offline Google Maps is My Travel Lifeline
No wifi? No data plan? NO problem! Offline Google maps is 100% free. Works perfectly, standard GPS functions. Read important set up info and ‘gotchas’ here.
Psychedelic Colored Sarchí Oxcarts
Sarchi oxcarts are a national symbol of Costa Rica. Brightly colored with geometric designs. 120 year old tradition. Visit the Eloy Alfaro factory in town.
Finca Dos Jefes Coffee Tour, Boquete Panama
Tour Finca Dos Jefes in Boquete. Learn about organic growing and processing, what is cascara, dark vs. light roast. Taste-test coffee and roast it yourself.
Is a Travel Pack Convertible Bag Right for You?
A Travel Pack is a hybrid luggage style giving you the best features of BOTH backpack and suitcase. Carry as backpack. Stow in overhead bin or check it in.
Volcán Panama – Flower Festival
West of Boquete in the small town of Volcán the annual fall flower festival is a big event. Fresh flower “statues” decorate the town and the schoolgrounds.
Boquete Panama – Tuesday Market Bliss
The Boquete Tuesday Market is not a huge market, but in terms of international variety and overall quality, it’s one of the best I’ve been to. A huge “Yum”!
Whale Watching for $20 with the Man from Pamplona
A whale watching adventure with a stranger from Pamplona Spain. Proof that off-season bargains can be had if you know how to negotiate. (Or can keep quiet!)
Famous Golden Frog, El Valle de Antón, Panama
The Golden Frog is the National symbol of Panama and good luck. Nearly extinct it lives only in captivity. Are we saving the frog? Or is the frog saving us?
Orchid Center, El Valle de Antón, Panama
The Holy Ghost orchid is Panama’s rare and endangered national flower. See it and many more at APROVACA Orchid Center. A beautiful educational experience.
Butterfly Haven, El Valle de Antón, Panama
Be sure to visit this delightful place. Don’t rush. Sit quietly and you’ll likely have some land on you. This is education at it’s best – learn and ENJOY!
Panama Canal – Miraflores Locks
Miraflores Locks is a must-see attraction. Like a slow motion ballet, these giants move from one water level to the next. Includes updated bus instructions.
Panama City’s Amador Causeway & Biomuseo
The Amador Causeway is great for getting away from the hot city and enjoying the view and breeze. Don’t miss the giant elephant size SLOTHS at the Biomuseo.
Panama City – Modern, Quaint and Wild Jungle
Panama City has modern skyscrapers, metro system, quaint old neighborhoods, huge shopping malls, and a square mile of dense JUNGLE within the city limits.
Best Motion Sickness “Cure” — Drug Free, Easy
Wear these comfortable soft knitted elastic wrist bands for instant motion sickness relief. No drugs. Super cheap. For ALL types of nausea, all sources.
Airbnb — Unique Home Stays for all Budgets
Airbnb is a great choice for lodging IF you know how. Advantages, disadvantages and my pointers for using Airbnb easily & effectively. Get $40 off 1st stay.
Medieval Ghent — Belgium’s Beautiful Secret
Traveling to Belgium? Put Ghent on your “must see” list. Fully pedestrianized city center. Beautiful architecture. Only a 30 min train ride from Brussels.
Use a Packing Organizer System in Your Suitcase
For true hassle free travel you need a packing organizer system for your suitcase. Find out why and how to choose. Details about my favorite, Eagle Creek.
Cuenca Charm and Color will Captivate You
My first Cuenca visit, Feb 2017 with list of my general impressions. Lots to like about this charming city. Visit was way too short, will return late 2017.
Why a Mosquito Net is a MUST Have for Travel
Why packing the right mosquito net is one of the smartest things you can do. It’s absolutely essential for your health, peace-of-mind and restful sleep.
Best Online Weather Tools
What’s the weather where you’re going? More importantly, what’s the overall annual climate pattern? What’s the altitude? Use these weather tools to plan!