How Travel CAN Change your Life | The Traveling Mindset

[@RetirementTravelers]

Travel has changed our lives in so many ways. How has travel changed you? We would love to hear in the comments. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@docalisavlogs]

It opened my eyes of the beauty of other countries, especially their railways or metro. Singapore and Taiwan have better MRT compared to ours. Although we have the superb beaches in our country.🇵🇭

[@tarynnicosie846]

@@docalisavlogs yes the US is behind on so many levels.

[@lmyers6377]

Travel has opened our eyes to not only see the beauty of other countries but we love experiencing cultural differences than our own. We have just a couple years before my retirement, my husband already is. We are seriously considering doing what your doing and going all in. Thank you for being trailblazers for those of us around 60 😌

[@buencamino-f2j]

I traveled as solo to Italy for a whole month, right before covid, and i can't wait for my husband to get a full retirement to travel the world together! We've been watching your videos and that inspires us to do it sooner than later, but unfortunately not everyone gets into a comfortable retirement, not to mention an early retirement to be able to do it. May I ask what was the job you had that allowed you to retire at age 55? Thank you! And please, keep posting videos.

[@RetirementTravelers]

@@buencamino-f2j Thanks. John worked in manufacturing for 34 years and had a successful career. Bev raised our 5 children, who are each now independent.

[@nomadjim]

After traveling internationally as a tourist for many years and loving it, I finally decided to take the leap 9 months ago, selling everything and now traveling as a full-time nomad. Best decision I've ever made! Channels like yours provide the inspiration for those of us who dream of doing it to finally make our dreams a reality. Keep on inspiring!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Great job and congrats. We also think it was the best decision we ever made. May you have wonderful adventures and safe travels. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@traveler65]

My husband & I have been doing the same thing as you for a couple of years now. Yes there are stresses you experience but the experiences greatly outweigh any negative. Living our best life❤️😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

@@traveler65 Great job. We love to hear from fellow travelers. Safe travels and many blessings. John and Bev

[@christybower]

How do you guys deal with imperfect weather and other things beyond your control? I'm planning a trip to Yellowstone National Park and it looks like the day I arrive it will start snowing and they may close the park for the season. It seems like whenever I make travel plans, things go wrong and it doesn't work well because of things beyond my control.

[@RetirementTravelers]

We do our best to chase good weather, but you have to go with the flow. You might enjoy our trip to the Netherlands last year with unexpected everything, including the weather. 🤣 John and Bev kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZeqZ6CCiNime7ssi=S6cT-hLahZUd4_Tc

[@MR-dp9vx]

I’ve become addicted to solo traveling! I used to travel with my group but I now prefer completely solo!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Great to see you out there traveling. Fantastic! John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@Patrick-xo8ht]

You two are quickly becoming one of my favourite travel KZbinrs and fuelling my already penchant desire to travel. I’m getting some great ideas and love reminiscing of past travels such as Vietnam and Angkor Wat. This summer we’re getting off the beaten track on an expedition cruise to Svalbard and East Greenland. Keep up the great content!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Can we go with you! Those sound like amazing places to visit, but we just can't have make it this year. We are going to Faroe Islands this year and looking forward to it. Let us know how your thoughts on Svalbard and East Greenland. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@kshorne]

Ive been a solo single traveler for years and I love it. I can do what I want and when I want. The advancement in technology has helped me be more confident to go out further.

[@RetirementTravelers]

That's awesome. We love hear stories like this. Happy journeys, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@christinehedary1491]

Thank you for sharing your travel, I’ve been to 42 countries and I started at the age of 20, and I still love traveling, my end goal is to sell everything and go settle in Italy. It’s one of my favorite countries. I know you have to have some kind of a passive income to stay there longer time so even if I can’t, I can stay three months at a time for now.😄 so thank you for showing us the world and showing us how you do things yourselves!!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much and best of luck with your end goal. Italy is an amazing place. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@travellingwithcrowsfeet]

Once we start travelling, we know it will make us better humans, and hopefully we become just as interesting as the both of you. And John, Darren told me to tell you he's only got 11 days of work to go until early retirement and full time travel! Whoop whoop

[@RetirementTravelers]

Travel will change you! Congrats on the big milestone. We are so happy for you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@peggybaggenstoss3817]

Once a traveler , always a traveler. I love your videos. I’m single and go where I want to. I recently met a likeminded lady that’s wants to travel. The 5 friends I’ve traveled with where we did all our planning. We landed in San Paulo with plane ticket to Rio. Landed in Amsterdam with only a car rented. Lots of fun figuring it all out. Getting off the main road and mingling with the locals is so educational.

[@Victoria-s5v6d]

Such great tips! Thank you so much. I'm hoping to see a few places after 15 years of not venturing abroad and you're so inspiring! Great to hear that there are so many solo female travellers too!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks and hope you have many wonderful travels ahead of you. Yes, many solo female travelers. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@choosingopenroads]

Travelling fills the heart and the soul in so many ways ❤. When I travel, I want time to stop so I experience it longer 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

Wonderful Enjoy your travels and experiences. Many blessings for 2024, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@choosingopenroads]

@@RetirementTravelers Thank you 😊. You too.

[@newvision101]

I'm retired and I love to travel solo. I meet wonderful people along the way and II'm looking forward to my trip to Portugal next year. I just found your channel. Thank you for your great content.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Wonderful and congrats. So glad you found our channel and have fun on your trip to Portugal next year. Don't eat too many pastéis de nata. 🤣 Happy journeys, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@timdelaney2507]

(from Sharon, Australia) Another great vlog from you both. My husband is 60 and I am 58 years of age. I am currently trying to see how we can do some 'around the world travel' whilst we are still young enough. We are a little different to you in that we have 2 of our 3 children remaining living with us. They are 22 and 23, so not yet financially ready to 'fly the nest'. We are also both still working as we endeavour to pay off the remaining amount on our home loan. I show my husband your videos in the hope that he will be convinced that we can do a similar thing, only on a smaller scale perhaps. I absolutely concur with you regarding making an effort to connect with people whilst travelling. We spent two months in France last year, and one of the highlights was definitely the conversations we had with strangers. Who knows, maybe we could meet up with you both one day in the future, I think we are very similar :))

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for reaching out. That would be fun. Certainly stay in touch. You can sign up for our newsletter on our website and also send a note, so we will have your email. Good luck with your retirement process and let us know if we can help. Many blessings, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@lmyers6377]

How much down time do you have during your travel? So you schedule it in? Don’t you ever just need a nap😆

[@RetirementTravelers]

Probably not enough right now, but we do schedule some downtime in. We are traveling hard for a couple of years, but plan to slow it down for sure. We are trying to see and experience as much as possible while we are still "young" and able. 😊 John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@susanwalpole1845]

How does a repositioning cruise affect the 90 day Schengen countdown calendar?

[@RetirementTravelers]

We don't think it does, but should probably check with the cruise line. When we boarded in Barcelona, they said "welcome to the USA" when we boarded. We never got our passports out again. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@mikestein5876]

I’m going to earn $2000/mo I’m single. Can I do it? Obviously I will be a budget traveler Thanks

[@RetirementTravelers]

Yes, definitely doable with some restrictions. You will need to find some low cost locations and travel very slowly. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@Anonymous-One1]

Thank you for sharing. We have always said that you can't let fear get in the way of traveling and experiencing new things. It isn't always comfortable and sometimes we wonder what we got ourselves into. One time we took the wrong bus in Reykjavik. Once we figured that out, we got off the bus and started problem solving how to get back into the city. It worked out in the end. Our conversations with other travelers are always very interesting and an immediate bond is formed.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for sharing your story. It is great to overcome an adversity on your travels and fun to share those memories with others. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@crystalsanaei2157]

In the stage of life with babies and school age children where the timeline of travel is short and set to school schedules but I still feel like your videos are helpful even for us vacation short term travel folk 😂 Can’t wait to travel the way you do again (I did some before marriage). Also great input for those of us years from retirement on how to build finances toward a traveler retirement. Thank guys one of my new favorite channels!

[@kitwong4033]

When our children were school age, we had family membership with a nearby ASTC Science Museum which offered Reciprocal FREE admission to more than 250 ASTC Science Museums. It was great value, fun and educational for our kids.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks and that is great to hear. We wish you many years of great travel and an early retirement. 😊 John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@RetirementTravelers]

Great suggestion. Thanks for sharing. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@mafsharimehrify]

Love your videos. Learned a lot. We have traveled all our lives. But We just retired and will be travelling more. Leaving in 2 weeks. First stop is Turkey.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much for following along with our channel. Congrats on your retirement. We are headed to Istanbul in late October. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

Hello John and Bev, I would be a solo traveler on my retirement. Do you think that I could do it for about $20,000 per year??

[@RetirementTravelers]

We believe solo travel is about 60% of the numbers of couple travelers, so $20,000 equates to about 30K for a couple. We think it is probably doable, but VERY tight. Here is a link to our video about calculating world travel costs if you haven't seen it yet. John and Bev kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIavg3t6hahobNk

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

Thank you so much, you 2 are so awesome!! I’m a retired airline employee so my air travel is free. That is in the continental USA!! But I am able to acquire 90% discount on international flights! The moving around is extremely cheap for me. Cheaper than most I believe? I would just have to concentrate on lodging, food, cafe, and beer!!! Lol

[@RetirementTravelers]

@@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm ✈️✈️Love it. Enjoy your travels and have fun. 🍺 John and Bev

[@paulmiller7775]

Thanks so much for the inspirational vlogs! Somehow, I missed this one when you first published it! Getting my ducks in a row and hopefully will soon be ....somewhere!

[@tarynnicosie846]

Good Morning, John and Bev, so good to wake up to your video, I think traveling is great, it helps you to grow and realize how small your world is. Thank you for giving others a brighter light in life. I love traveling alone, researching, and feeling rewarded afterward. and the feeling of freedom that comes with that. Last year I put a ten-day trip together, did my research, and it was seamless. I stayed within budget and met the nicest people. Yes, people always tell me I am brave, but I honestly don't get it. I just do me and am mindful. In Venice, I had my Rick Steves book and left the group, and had an amazing time in Italy oh, and got lost several times but that was a reason to sit down and have a glass of wine or two ! Yes, I"d rather travel than stay in a box I can not do it! I think I was born a free spirit. And most of all Tony Bourdain really was the one who really enlighten me. People are good in this world but tv and the news give you a negative outlook oh I no longer own a TV and love it! I watch videos and things that help me spiritually and mentally. Yes live your best life it isn't a dress rehearsal !! Keep on traveling and living your best life . Love to you both and blessings 🥰🥰🥰

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks as always for your wonderful comments. We are free spirits as well. Stay in touch and many blessings your way! ❤️ John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@helenwood3199]

Solo travel is doable, but as you have found, two heads are better than one, particularly when facing a snafu.

[@RetirementTravelers]

It is great to have travel partner. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@aprillemier3392]

I love and subscribe to living without "stuff" -- Love you two and your beautifully constructed content. Bon Voyage!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying our channel. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@SavoringLife]

Congratulation on the great material. I look forward to going though your Central American material. Thank you

[@RetirementTravelers]

Awesome, thank you! Hope you enjoy it. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@karissacuya6845]

Very encouraging episode, full of wisdom to take into the❤. Thank you . I'll be traveling to Albania soon and will definitely check your website for tips.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Albania was enjoyable. We loved the parks in Tirana and Berat is a cool town. Safe travels, John and Bev

[@irmelieija]

There are so many nicer places than the tourist hot spots. These hidden gems just do not know how to do marketing. 😜

[@RetirementTravelers]

We agree. So many off the beaten path great places. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@san-ramon-flash8077]

I agree with you about the traveling making you closer. I found this to be true for myself and my husband

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. That's great to hear. Safe and happy travels to you both. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@brettm8970]

What did you two do fo a living before retiring?

[@RetirementTravelers]

John worked in aluminum manufacturing for 34 years and Bev was a stay at home mom and raised 5 children. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@karenuhrich9683]

I"m wondering if you've interviewed any female older solo travellers on your site? I'd love to hear their perspective too. I really enjoy your videos! Always great advice.

[@RetirementTravelers]

We have talked with many, but never "interviewed" anyone. That is a great idea. Thanks. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@peggybaggenstoss3817]

I follow many solo women travelers on KZbin. Just type in “women solo travelers “ in the search box and choose one or many. I’ve learned so much from them.

[@joycegonzales4994]

I guess I’m just afraid for safety

[@RetirementTravelers]

There seems to be a lot out on the internet that just wants to scare people. We are careful not to go to unsafe areas. Many times countries will be listed as use extra caution because of one particular area in the country. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@gdhoneycutt]

My husband and I just came across your KZbin channel this weekend and are feeling very inspired by what you’re doing. I think we’re in a similar position where you were before you sold your house and struggling with that decision of letting everything go. I think the hardest sticking point for us is our grandchild. We feel like selling our home and leaving for months at a time that we are taking something away from him. I’m wondering if you struggle with that at all?

[@RetirementTravelers]

Our 5 kids and 8 grandkids are spread out across the country. We were living in Florida and typically got to see them all 2-3 times a year. We have basically replaced our Florida living for world travel and go back to the US to them during 2 extended trips each year. Also, with technology, we do video chats with the kids/grandkids all the time. Works great. As the grandkids get older, we also plan to show them the world and take them on trips with us. We love our kids/grandkids very much, but we raised our family and they are all supportive of us taking a few years to go live our dream of seeing the world. Hope this helps. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@jennysiebenthaler134]

There are so many groups for women-only "solo travelers" who want to have others traveling with them for companionship, figuring things out, safety, etc. This is what I plan on doing both in the US and abroad after not traveling solo for several decades. There was "no" technology when I traveled (think actual "Let's Go Europe" guidebooks schlepped around in my backpack) and I'm not tech-savvy!!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for sharing and hope you have some amazing adventures. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@danjobry333]

This is one of your best videos🎉Thank you!! ❤

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Appreciate the kind words. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@melmcd176]

You two continue to be such an inspiration. Thank you for resuming your videos. I have a decade or more before I can leave the corporate world but watching your videos gives me so much hope and happiness! I appreciate your practical advice and entertaining videos :)

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. We are glad you enjoy our videos and hopefully we can keep it going. Good luck with your retirement planning. We are cheering for you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@lucashung-os6vx]

Thank you so much 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

You're welcome 😊 Thanks for watching. Happy journeys, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@vickig6080]

I am so glad that I found your channel! You have the most optimistic outlook and encouraging attitudes about travelling. It is refreshing to see your connection with each other and the people you come into contact with on your travels!! Thank you for sharing your story and all the things/experiences you have shared with your viewers! I can't wait to see more!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks and we’re so glad you enjoy our channel. We love inspiring people to live their best retirement lives. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@reginarieckenberg7675]

Love your channel!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying it. Safe travels, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@Milestonemonger]

Hi guys, thanks for another great video. I have a question: Do you stay in touch with the people you meet along the way, and do you share your contact information with them? Thank you! 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Yes we do with many people. We communicate through email from our website contact, Instagram or Facebook. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@dennishassler605]

If you are in tourist areas, there's ALWAYS local areas nearby; thus, live in concert with locals, because the costs will be lower and the experience will be RICHER!!!!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Absolutely. Local areas are always better. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@LeslieBanfe]

You guys are such beautiful love-birds! ❤looking forward to following your channel until you're 200 years old. My husband is a home-body and I love to travel. We're trying to find a balance until I convince him to travel full time 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you so much for the kind words. We think 200 is a great number to shoot for!!! Our best advice is to have him watch a lot of our videos for inspiration. 😉 Best of luck to you both and safe travels. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@loraontheroad]

Pls note, Bulgaria’s recent inflation is taking out the country from the budget destinations’ list. Food, hotel and Airbnb prices have risen double for the past 1 year. What is still cheap is the entertainment part of the trip - museums, sightseeing. A 4 star hotel nowadays starts at 150 euros and can reach 230 euros per night. The price is definitely artificially pumped up. But the demand is there so the price will stay . A day pass to the spa of a 5 star hotel in Sofia is now 30 euros per person. The inflation is real. However, the country stays as pretty as before. To put the thing in perspective : a box of blueberries in Dubai cost 1 - 1.5 euros and in Sofia is 1.5 euros to 3euros. For the exact same size.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Wow. This is good info to know. Thanks John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@ifredpr]

This is such an emotional and inspirational video!! Thanks so much!! I can’t wait to return to Asia next year!! I’m going to an Alaska cruise next week with my bro. I’m very happy that you are such a wonderful team couple! Many blessings! Much health! Keep going and again thanks for your honesty, openness, generosity and enthusiasm!! I love you individually and as a couple very much!! Have to subscribe to your newsletter as well.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying our channel. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@LG-ju2tp]

Just found out this channel, you are the cutest couple ever! I love your personalities. I am 49 yrs old woman and started traveling solo when I was in my mid 30’s, traveling solo is the the best I have ever done! I have learned, grown and expanded so much, I called the best university of life, Oldest lady I met traveling solo was in Atacama dessert Chile, a 71 yrs young and in Oaxaca, Mexico an 83yrs young… 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Great job with your travels. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@benibluefoe]

Rich people who travel see nothing, but other rich people. No partner, solo traveller here. No guided tours. Being shuffled around like chickens is horrible. It's not difficult to book your own travels. I found a taxi driver in Luxor, he took me to all the things I wanted to see and watched out for me. He made sure I stayed safe. I did an 8 hr trip tour to Aswan to see 3 archaeological sites and back for $195 U.S. The tour package was 20 people and $600 U.S. After 3 weeks of taxi service, Ayman invited me to his home for dinner. Be aware of your surroundings and of the people around, and pay attention. By learning about each new place you force your brain to make new connections, so cognitive decline is reduced. Adversity just means a chance to learn. Always have a small cash cache to cover errors in planning. I love change and being a nomad suits me perfectly. I walk through the streets of each place, look to the sky, take a deep breath, and on the exhale I say "life is good." "so good"

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. You make so many points that we agree with. Safe travels and hope you can follow along on our journey. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@camillaholst7321]

I really, really like the two of you and your channel ❤ Your approach (to life, travels and the World) and the topics you bring up are both relevant and important. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from Camilla in Denmark ☀️

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you so much! We are happy that you are enjoying our channel. Safe travels and many blessings, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@anuraseneviratne9027]

Hi I enjoyed your KZbin Channel. Which video is covering about Travel cards?

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you. We have mentioned in several. We use the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and have been very pleased. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@fujicruz-wj6kn]

New subscriber here. I love your channel, very insightful and clearly presented. Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts. God bless you both

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for subscribing and hope you enjoy our channel. Many blessings to you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@bryanmcculloch9524]

Do you have a plan in place if you were to ever lose everything when traveling? A backup plan ? One of our biggest fears is if everything got stolen or lost , what would we do? We tough call our family members? But if our phones are gone, we haven’t memorized a phone number in over 10 years!

[@RetirementTravelers]

We back up everything on the cloud. It would be a momentary hassle, but would work out. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@rachaelmichael3845]

So cool! Love following your adventures and stories. Your great people! Thanks for sharing.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for the kind words and for following along on our journey. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@robertwagner7867]

You are very inspirational and thanks for all you valuable info. Sorry if this is a repeated question, what secure Internet source do you use?

[@RetirementTravelers]

We use ExpressVPN John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@joycem2795]

Great video! A head’s up on the newsletter - I’ve signed up twice and have never received a newsletter. I do check my junk mail box and it’s not there. My first time signing up was a year ago and the second time was about two months ago. Maybe there’s an issue with the website?

[@RetirementTravelers]

We have one going out at the first of the month. Let us know if you don’t receive it. We’ve been behind. Thanks for letting us know. 😘 John & Bev

[@kristenandscott]

John, question. Do you have a special travel bag for your camera gear?

[@RetirementTravelers]

No, we just use the detachable day pack from our Osprey 55L backpack. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@sag2749]

It is good that you can afford to travel this much, I think it all depends your nesteg, it is not feasible financially to many people, traveling needs money. Everyone knows and perhaps wants to travel the rest of their lives but you need income to afford all this. I don't like when people advise but don't cover the real bottom line.

[@RetirementTravelers]

The real bottom line is that we can afford to travel because we’ve given up our home, cars, and other things that required maintenance and ongoing expenses. Many people travel full-time without spending a lot of money. Many are able to live a nomadic lifestyle seeing the world on a pension and savings. It’s very doable. The bigger lesson is to dream a big dream! We hope that for you and everyone else who watches our videos. John & Bev

[@priyav3900]

@retirement travelers your content is inspiring. Can you share how you learnt to blog/website/edit videos etc. ? Any learning tool or just learn by trial.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Lots of practice, trial and error, watching and learning from others, etc It is a lot of work, but very rewarding. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@nickwilltravel]

u guys deserve 1 million subs.. watching from jamaica....... I am also a upcoming travel blogger as well my channels name is: nick will travel

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Good luck with your channel. Happy journeys, John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@nickwilltravel]

@@RetirementTravelers omg I can't believe it thanks so much.... I will definitely make you guys proud

[@MrsWrightDestination]

Hi Bev & John! You are such an inspiration for my family! We plan to be full time travelers one day soon. What is your yearly budget for traveling full time?

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you and hope we can continue to be an inspiration. Best of luck with your plans. We aren't trying to be vague, but it is very difficult to answer that question. We did a video where we tried to explain more. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIavg3t6hahobNk The biggest variable is country. There is such a BIG difference in where you travel. We've had some great experiences in low cost countries like Colombia, Laos, Vietnam, Bulgaria, Albania, etc The next biggest factor is your speed of travel. We are traveling hard now to help develop our content for our brand, but we do plan to slow down at some point and that will reduce costs. John and Bev

[@CAPTex92]

Very astute and helpful observations. Realist but positive 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Traveling has changed us in many ways. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@rockingguy2137]

Feel better to see your channel as it encourages me to travel as much as you can under budget I am going to Seattle and New York very soon though I am plus 75 years old and have future plans in mind also thanks

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Keep traveling and take care of yourself. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@dcole6328]

always love your videos. Who does them for you and will they do them for others?

[@RetirementTravelers]

We do all of our own videos. Bev is the editor and is amazing. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@Delta922]

🌴🌴 🇵🇭 🌴🌴 Come to Philippines 🌴🌴 🇵🇭 🌴🌴

[@RetirementTravelers]

We are later this month. 🇵🇭❤️ We can't wait to visit. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@corinneferrarolam5101]

Thank you for your inspiring videos. The joy and love between you is awesome. And the practicality of your advice really makes one believe that they can really do the things they dream of.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks for the kind words and so glad you are enjoying our videos. You CAN do anything you really set your mind to. Thanks again. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@DeborahFrameMcLennan-hf3jo]

We recently found your channel and love it. We have traveled a bit before, but we are now planning new adventures with a different mindset. Thank you

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Glad you are liking our channel. Best of luck with your plans and let us know if we can help further. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@bronwynquinn4477]

Thank you! You are both so genuine and inspiring!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you so much for the kind words. We do hope you enjoy our channel. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@rinGifts]

I am so inspired to travel solo and thank you for sharing this information

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Hope you enjoy our channel and safe travels. We are cheering for you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@marieapplesgate5650]

So nice to hear you both appreciate and acknowledge each other❤

[@RetirementTravelers]

Yes we do. Thanks. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@pandabearoceanpark]

True wisdom! I am learning to take on your mindset bit by bit. 😊

[@RetirementTravelers]

That’s great. Good luck to you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@michaelgurtler522]

Love it! Great advise. Thank you!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thank you. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@buencamino-f2j]

Thank you, you are an inspiration!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Glad you are enjoying our channel. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@JohnL1950]

I learn so much from these videos.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. That's what we want to hear. ❤️ John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@lesleykenwood2715]

Do you use a specific app to find cheap plane fares?

[@RetirementTravelers]

Not really. We typically search with Google flights and then go directly to the airline to book. Also, we typically use points for hotels and not flights. It has just worked better for us when needing to change. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@docalisavlogs]

I myself is shocked by that statement that there are more women travelling solo. Because for me, I dont think I can travel without my husband. I easily miss my husband. 👩‍⚕️💯❤️

[@RetirementTravelers]

It was just an observation that we see during our travels. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@erinlikesacornishpasty4703]

I also miss my husband when we're apart. But I've watched both my parents and in-laws struggle because my mom and mother in law are still excited to go places, but my dad and father in law aren't. My dad especially cannot fly anymore because of his health. And so, if my mom wants to go anywhere, even to visit my sister who lives in another state, she pretty much has to go solo. I'm glad to have such good examples for just getting on with it, because at a certain point my husband might also be unable to go anywhere 😟😪, but I know I will likely need to.

[@dianemao-wn2pw]

Love your videos, you are both so inspiring! Thank you very much ❤

[@dellnichols4625]

Once again a great video!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying our videos. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@GlobetrotterGranny]

Bev, you have a different shirt!!!!! ;-) Travel is such an expansive experience. I’ve moved from a true tourist to someone who wants to delve into the culture I’m visiting. I’ve realized that while the popular tourist locations are awesome, the off-the-beaten-path locations are sometimes much more special and enriching. I’ve learned that while that expensive special meal might be nice, I truly crave the local down-to-earth meals! I’ve learned that the fancy hotels might be “nice”, but I want to experience the places where I can interact with locals in a much more intimate way.

[@RetirementTravelers]

We get a little crazy sometimes and change outfits. 🤣 We also love the off-the-beaten-path places. Some of our best memories. Thanks for following along on our journey. Safe travels and many blessings, Johna and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@jenniferstachnik3287]

Love to travel!!

[@RetirementTravelers]

We do too! May you have many wonderful travels. Hope you can follow along on our journey. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@beverlycarroll4645]

You said you have a travel credit card. Do you recommne one? Is the AA Advantage which has a $450 fee worth it?

[@RetirementTravelers]

We use the Chase Sapphire Reserve and have been pleased. Many benefits, plus Priority Pass to get into airport lounges (we have used a bunch). We used to only do Delta related points, but now we fly on many different airlines and like the flexibility of not just one airline. Hope this helps. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/

[@user-bf1zo9tw7d]

We love your adventures! We'd like to ask you how long you intend to travel and what your plans are for the "after travel" phase of your life. Do you know where you're going to live? Do you have a place to go back to? Meanwhile - happy travels ! Marc

[@RetirementTravelers]

We have plans to discuss this in a future video, so stay tuned! John & Bev

[@beverlyromine1224]

Great video! Keep them coming!

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. We’ve been busy lately! John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@lindarosentaeliyani1862]

Welcome to Indonesia ! ☺️☺️

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Loving it here! John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@edithstockwood5693]

Loved that pod cast.

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com

[@haitiinfocus]

Guys, I am literally watching all of your episodes related to downsizing and travel, as I am doing your initial step 1: packing 26 years of stuff and downsizing from a 23 acre property to a townhouse. Your country content is very interesting but your attitudes are inspiring. ❤ KZbinrs here, Scott and Kristen. @soimarriedamennonite

[@RetirementTravelers]

Thanks and great job on the downsizing! We hope some wonderful travel is in your future. John and Bev retirementtravelers.com/