About this episode

Jim and Michelle share their experiences of embracing a slow and low travel approach during their first year of retirement.

Tell us about your Adventure! Retirement opens a new chapter filled with opportunities to explore the world differently. For Jim and Michelle, their first year of retirement became a journey of discovery about traveling slow and low. Instead of rushing through their National park destinations, they chose to savor every moment and keep expenses manageable by using hotel points and preparing their own meals. Their approach offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to enjoy travel without break...

People in this episode

Guests: Jim, Michelle

Topics covered

• retirement
• travel
• slow travel
• budget travel
• national parks
• life after retirement

Keywords

• retirement
• travel
• national parks
• budget travel
• slow travel

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