Black Women Over 60 Solo Traveling the World! 🌎 w/ @thegallivantinggrandma

[@michellemoorebell5852]

I love solo traveling!

[@justyrenson]

“My shoes right now are flip flops that’s all I want!” Heading to Costa Rica May 9 - I’m done!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Yes to Costa Rica👏🏽👏🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

mental clarity will come, BUT ONLY when your mind is CALM

[@maxdminimalist715]

Wow! Turned 60 in September. Working a job I hate and this is soooo inspiring. I am ready to start getting ready. Just subscribed to GG on YT and Facebook.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Thanks Sis❣️Like Nke says…just DO IT🙌🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

Absolutely do it… Life is way too short to keep running on a hamster wheel. I want to job for almost 15 years that I hated because of the benefits and flexibility it gave me for my ADHD son. I definitely wish I had known about it sitting back then; some of my choices and decisions would’ve definitely been much, much different.

[@tp5652]

GREAT Podcast 💖💖💖

[@PickyPippi]

Go for it! In our 60’s these crusty jobs do not deserve us. Housesitting is very gratifying and it’s relatively easy.

[@anthonymitchell9337]

I’m a black man who resides in the states and currently in Spain. Getting on a plane gives me the greatest high!! I encourage everyone who is able to go out and see the world. ❤ 5:07 5:09

[@Babysteps4485]

2 of my favorite ladies! Both of you give me inspiration! Thank you both for sharing your stories!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

100% agreed

[@Yogaplantgirl]

Hey hey fabulous people over 60. Happy Saturday.

[@tp5652]

Happy Saturday back at Ya🥰💖

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

I love the pet sits that have separate dog walkers and poop scoopers; I have experienced both and it is soooo great.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

💯agree

[@DrCrystalHarris]

We don’t do month long vacations cause we think we are getting ahead by staying at work. 🤷🏾‍♀️ I’m retiring with 9 month sick time….. didn’t have the sense enough to take sick time 🤦🏾‍♀️ in 17 years

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Awesomeness

[@desireeyoung6205]

I mostly take all my PTO time. Used to take 5 cruises a year because I had 29 days of vacation. I was laid off in 2020, so had to find a new job so don't have as much vacation, but have it work for me as much as I can with holidays and weekends.

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

I carry all of my linens with me (sheets, pillow cases, wash cloth and towel)

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

I totally understand 😊

[@PickyPippi]

Me too! And I disinfect everything with 90% alcohol before I touch anything. And I put saran wrap on the remote control. I’m a nut! 😂

[@williesmith3466]

I solo travel too!! So, many people are always puzzle because I travel by myself.

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

Same here

[@ayozola]

Same here. Just veeery different mindsets.

[@desireeyoung6205]

I solo travel. Had to since I'm an empty nester. Your friends don't always want to visit where you do or don't have the money.

[@williesmith3466]

@@desireeyoung6205 I don’t have good friends, I have so call friends. Who complain the entire time we’re on the trip.

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

@@desireeyoung6205 we need a travel club or group just for empty-nesters

[@evelyngolden2272]

Watching the replay from Playa Blanca, Rio Hato, Panama.

[@gc2137]

The box is a figment of our imagination! Love it! Time to imagine, pray and manifest something different! Thank you Ladies!❤

[@adevineartist]

🌻I loved this conversation!!! 🌻Diamond is a gem✨💃🍷

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Blessings 🫶🏽

[@dianeheidelberg3791]

Great live! I have the door stopper with alarm as well. It goes with and I share my location

[@meandmrc12]

Yes, Stephanie!! You get the credit! 🤣🤗

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Rightfully so❣️

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

I am currently on a petsit in Colorado Springs, with two huge dogs… Very different experience for me as I am only 4 foot 11 and less than 140 pounds

[@DrCrystalHarris]

Yikes! I’m always asking about the size during interviews and I’m bigger than you. I hope you’re having a good experience

[@NotSoEntertaining.]

I’m in Denver on a pet sit! I’m only doing cats for the first year, and then might consider dogs.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

😮 Handle that Sis. Get that 5 ⭐️ review then adjust for the next one💯

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

@@thegallivantinggrandma will do, thanks

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

@@DrCrystalHarris so far so good; thanks

[@DMbriggs601]

Replay Yes, daily positive affirmation ❤😊 & vision boards

[@01akqueen]

"...didn't know any women who rested"😢

[@Marysseasonedexpatlife]

Wonderful chat, I joined HS but I have been hesitant because I also want luxury so the place I go to has to be equal or better than my current standard of living. This conversation encourages me to get back on the site and look for a nice getaway!! Thanks Diamond and Stephanie!! 🤗

[@PickyPippi]

I’ve only done pet sitting in the most gorgeous homes. It’s easy to find given the photos and descriptions provided on Trusted Housesitters.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽 YES! To luxury ❣️

[@tvdavis]

I see you mentioned in the WSJ article, Stephanie! Congratulations! 🤩 "Stephanie Perry retired early to travel the world. Stephanie Perry retired at age 41." There's more, but I just wanted to post a snippet. So happy to see us represented! 🙌🏾

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@LolaSunshine3535]

I keep replaying 44:00 - 48:00. I really felt that! You really can speak your life into existence!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽 this full moon eclipse is a powerful time for manifestation

[@LolaSunshine3535]

@@thegallivantinggrandma Agreed!

[@RubyHayes775]

I think you all can add to your services, matchmaking for people to pair up and house sit. I'd like a buddy for long term house sits, etc. 2 or 3 months.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

It’s in the works…wait for it💃🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

that would be great; I am also looking for that opportunity, especially for International sits

[@RubyHayes775]

Okay, what suggestions do you have for finding pet-free house sits? I love the idea but don't love any kind of pets. I love plants!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

No pet sits are a thing but requires real diligence and strategy💯

[@Demetria-p4o]

Awesome conversation! Very inspiring ❤

[@denisenoles3159]

This chat was top notch!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Thanks Sis❣️

[@DrCrystalHarris]

I love that term an “elevated” experience ❤❤❤❤

[@winningintheworkplace]

This was an excellent interview!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@sumdaybecame2day]

This was a rich conversation.

[@13woohoogirl]

Oh! I need a house sitting buddy!

[@CoachDonnaMarie]

I joined the Sistas who sit group a while ago but haven’t plugged in very much. This is so encouraging… especially about finding a house sit partner

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@findingmaitribe]

Whoop Whoop 🎉🎉! Go Diamond 💎👏🏾👏🏾! I learned so much during this conversation!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@carleasa1]

Ease is so elegant!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@tgainerjennings]

Thank you for sharing. Joined the facebook page and channel

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Thank you❣️ Blessings

[@toyawashington323]

Just finished the replay! Thank you both so much!

[@sharronmerritt8733]

This is an amazing discussion. Thank you for so much valuable information.❤

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@pauletteparker7225]

Love this... All phrases for a positive purpose for your life. Thank you, ladies ❤❤

[@sisterphil1805]

I just got my passport. I have never travel. You ladies are giving me so much hope. I'm planning my first trip to be Cancun

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

OMG… Yes… Luxury is the name of the game, if you can get it

[@RubyHayes775]

How do you know that the house you'll be sitting isn't connected to some criminal activity? Or people?

[@joraha3441]

This was incredible 🎉

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Thanks Sis❣️

[@jeanniegrey682]

I started solo travelling for my 50th birthday. I've been travelling every year since and I'm 62 now. I'm interested in house sitting in the Caribbean. I wondered if as a house sitter would you be expected to pay utility bills?

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Kudos on your solo travel journey. Interestingly enough, I just secured a 30 day sit in the Caribbean. No utilities in this penthouse situation💃🏽

[@Plrr86]

This was very inspiring to watch. I didn't hear Stephanie ask the guest to explain how she was able to finance her sabbaticals at the start. GG did hint at some bank account trembles early on and later on, an ex-spouse who bought her out of a home owned jointly which created a cushion. But there was no real mention of how one could finance this endeavor. Of course, those details may be contained on the paid webinar down the road... Anyway, I kinda felt like it was the "elephant in the room" that GG is doing all this globe hoppin' with no regular income but livin' the life. I get it that she may have built up some following now and doing coaching or consulting and that she may have had a 401k to draw on in the beginning. But for those of us who may not have that or who are afraid to use it or haven't reached the age to use it. How does one get started traveling and house-sitting and have the means to make it work?

[@desireeyoung6205]

That's the million dollar question: What do you do for money if you don't have a skill that can be done online?

[@RebuildYourFico]

I think the answers lie within episodes on Stephanie's and GG's YT channels. Essentially, it's a mindset change and new comfort with risk!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

I was blessed to have a 60-day PAID sabbatical which allowed me to discover various streams of income WITHOUT the pressure of housing/utilities. I’m forever grateful for that 5 1/2 month housesit in Mexico to tap into my gifts.

[@RosemaryBrittain]

Does the typical house sitter have a home or apartment of their own? Or do they give up a home base?

[@Babysteps4485]

Do you have concerns about hidden cameras?

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Not real concerns, as they are against THS policy inside but I ALWAYS ask if there are any. If I discover one, I turn to the wall & keep enjoying 💃🏽

[@virtualcreativecollaborations]

♥️ Beautiful Blessings

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@RubyHayes775]

Tell us about the pets that you have to watch while house sitting.

[@nicoletteanderson594]

I am ready too to get off this job and live with ease. I really want to connect and learn a much as I can about traveling solo--my only concern is with safety especially with staying in a strangers home. I would love to get into house sitting. Stephanie, I would really like to chat with you or either Rhosheda (forgive me if I misspelled her name) in order to find out how a person can house sit in other countries without medical insurance. Medical insurance is what is holding me to my job. I already receive a pension, then went back to work because I needed medical insurance. Is there affordable medical insurance one can purchase when traveling abroad?

[@RubyHayes775]

Where do you store your furniture or boxes of stuff while you're away house sitting?

[@RosemaryBrittain]

House sitting sounds exciting. Have you ever had a house sit that was disappointing or scary?

[@zelin7460]

Hello beautiful ladies ❤ I’m under 50 but interesting in hearing your content. Hope I’m welcomed ❤

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Welcome, indeed❣️

[@ShawnDonnell]

How do you address language barriers?

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Google translate. Smile with your entire being❣️

[@RubyHayes775]

I'm curious how Diamond can take her granddaughter from her parents to strange places??

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

As a grandma…It’s a beautifully mutual win❣️

[@ingridej]

This interview is amazing and inspirational. Stephanie book her for the summit.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@ADHDcutieonduty]

Do you have to be 60 years old and older? I am almost 60 but not quite there yet.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Not at all! But club 60 is 🔥

[@sixtyblackmystictraveler]

“The answers are in you and outside the box”. Yessss!!!

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

🫶🏽

[@JesinaMubaiwa]

Is this for American women only Steph. I have been following you here for some time. This is something I would love to do...but I am not American. How can I qualify or where can i start. I have 2years to 60, an African working in UK.

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

This is available to anyone, globally🤗

[@natashadickson4819]

❤

[@lynwoodtitington3645]

Hello , ? What about a man who wants to do that work particularly a dark skin man with a clean record, and what are the duties of the sitter?

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

There are no barriers with housesitting! Go for it💯

[@jennelljenkins7248]

Do you have to house-set pets, I prefer not too.

[@Mimi-iq4ll]

Y'all don't have to take any prescription medications?? How do you get your refills + delivery bopping around like this? Do YT ppl ever choose black housesitters? Racist experiences?

[@thegallivantinggrandma]

Blessed to need no meds at 61🙏🏽 ALL my housesitting hosts have been white.

[@dw2296]

Wysi wipes

[@cynthianeville4452]

❤❤❤