Category Archives: travel

Transformative Choices

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Agingadventurer

Travel has been significant to me ever since I saw the movie Around the World in 80 Days in 1957. Since it is still important, especially after retirement, it was imperative to manage my expenses in order to explore the … Continue reading →

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Has Travel Become a Competitive Sport?

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Agingadventurer

As one of thirteen children in my family I’ve come by competition naturally. In my last blog I elaborated on my joining the Travelers Century Club. I won’t be the first 80 something person to see the World. I might … Continue reading →

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The TCC

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Agingadventurer

I finally joined the Traveler’s Century Club. Certificate and Pin came today along with my Silver certificate for having collected 150 of them. It’s mostly about bragging rights. Although every time I meet someone who has been to someplace I’ve … Continue reading →

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Travelling during Dangerous Times

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Agingadventurer

Where are Americans welcome right now? Where is it safe for Americans to travel? Will your insurance cover you if you go there? What does your family think? How much will airfares rise? I have not always travelled with safety … Continue reading →

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A Few Hours from Home

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Agingadventurer

At my age, a road trip is not my first choice if I have to do the driving. However, if it is less than 4 hours I will consider cleaning my car to make it look less lived in, especially … Continue reading →

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Crystal Cruising

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Agingadventurer

Thought I should wait and cruise when I got older…guess what? I’m old. As much as I still long for adventure and challenges that many of my travels still provide, there are some countries that are less expensive and easier … Continue reading →

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Angola’s Quest

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Agingadventurer

Oil wealth has positioned this African Nation to “play” on the big world stage. While struggling with poverty, corruption and high unemployment, they are now engaged with China, the United States and Europe in trade and in improving their infrastructure. … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 25, 2025 by Agingadventurer

Happy Holidays 2025                             I hope your 2026 is the best!   Love,  Debby

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Revisiting Rome 58 years Later

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Agingadventurer

Many times over the years, I have reminisced about the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, and, of course, the gelato. When movies or TV shows reminded me of that summer 58 years ago, I knew that coin toss … Continue reading →

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Dill or Sweet Pickleball Camp

Posted on September 29, 2025 by Agingadventurer

I made the decision to attend a pickleball camp in a moment when I was deeply grieving the loss of my dog. It was just the two of us for fourteen years and my heart was broken. I needed to … Continue reading →

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