Long Term Travel with Mom: An Interview

Would you travel with your Mom long term? We invited my Mom to travel with us in May of 2023. She loved the idea, downsized everything back at home, and now she is either slow traveling with us or stays with one of my siblings back in the States. We asked for questions to ask her on Facebook, and this is the interview I did with her to get her perspective on long term travel, her biggest fears while traveling, and whether or not I am her favorite child.
00:00 - Intro
00:36 - I'm Peggy
01:22 - Was it a hard decision to travel?
01:57 - What was the preparation like?
02:34 - Is the family supportive of your travel?
03:30 - How did you feel when (Robb) first traveled abroad?
04:25 - What concerns did you have?
05:49 - How hard was it to pack?
08:11 - What have you learned to leave behind?
08:43 - Where have we been?
10:11 - Who is your favorite child?
10:38 - Where is your favorite place we've visited?
12:04 - Tell us about the food!
14:15 - Have you ever felt unsafe?
20:23 - Are you an Introvert?
23:43 - Is it challenging traveling with two guys?
25:09 - Do you prefer slow travel or fast travel?
26:18 - How do you keep in touch?
27:29 - Do you feel limited by your age?
28:46 - Mom vs Travel Companion
31:02 - Do you ever feel like a 3rd wheel?
32:23 - What amenities do you miss from home?
33:58 - Do you ever do things independently?/Phone service
36:16 - Do you see changes in Robb because of travel?
38:43 - What has changed for you due to travel?
39:30 - What cultural differences have you noticed?
40:28 - Are there products you can't find while traveling?
40:50 - The Language barrier
43:33 - What precautions do we take for safety/health?
46:46 - Travel tips for Moms who want to travel
48:58 - Are you single and looking?
49:57 - Any silly stories?
51:46 - Upcoming travel plans
53:41 - Has traveling with your son brought you closer together?
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[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thanks for all of the sweet comments! But I'm curious, have you traveled with a parent or adult child long term? Would you want to?

[@dawnturner8735]

My sister and I didn’t do long term travel with our dad but we did three weeks in China and Vietnam with him. I loved the time and memories that we made with him. We did discover a few rules for travelling with dad. 1-he made sure to buy luggage, a back pack, and clothes with as many pockets as possible. Those pockets made many many things disappear, including his passport, wallet, and boarding passes! Lol 2-never let dad have more than one pocket. PS. Mom n Dad JUST found more treasures from our trip in 2015 in a POCKET in some luggage two weeks ago! Lol. 3-don’t let dad eat all the hot peppers at dinner. He loves hot food but did not account for just how hot the food could be.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

@@dawnturner8735 That is funny about the pockets. How fun to find little reminders so many years later! 🤣

[@nanad1408]

I am a mum and this video has melted my heart. What a beautiful relationship you two have. Great video! Your mum is such a sensible beautiful person.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thank you so much! And we agree, she is a beautiful person! 😀

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

I am a grateful Mom.

[@PeggyInPalmSprings]

OMG. Peggy your interview was so inspirational ! Me and my son enjoyed listening to the 3 of you. But guess what, I am 73, my son is 50, he is a widower , his husband is no longer here. And my name is also Peggy. Imagine ! We now live together in Palm Springs and will begin traveling to Spain, Portugal, and other countries around Nov this year. Point is, thank you , we totally enjoyed. Stay sweet, take care ❤️. Oh, 3 days ago I fell ( uneven cement) sprained my ankle. 😳

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Happy and safe travels making precious memories!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

haha - it is a small world! 😆 Good luck with your travels, we all went to Portugal this last December and we loved it, so sounds like you've got a great trip coming up. Just take care of that ankle!

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Wow! Making a video was easier than I thought! Thanks Robb!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thanks for agreeing Mom, you are a fun and interesting interviewee! 😀

[@kateevansnomadicwriter]

I'm so happy for you that you get to spend all this time together having amazing experiences. My mom loved traveling and I was able to do just a few trips with her before she contracted dementia. I'm glad we got to do anything at all...and I wish it had been more. Enjoy every moment.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

This is it exactly. These memories are irreplaceable and precious. ❤ I'm glad to hear you were able to share that with your mom as well.

[@feliciamartin6200]

Wonderful video! Your mom is so sweet and you are lucky to have her on your travels!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We definitely feel lucky that she is with us, we are having a great time! 😀

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Life is good. I am one lucky Mom!

[@Tom-pw2ni]

first time viewing your channel, this is so wonderful, looking forward to exploring all your past trips. very good life lessons from your mom, Peggy is awesome!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Welcome aboard! And yes, she is totally awesome! 😀

[@ExploreTayo]

Great video ❤ I wish my parents could come along even for a little while. Enjoy the time together!!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We are making good memories, I am very grateful! 😀

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

I wouldn’t want to miss a moment!

[@victorialsimmons9446]

Thank you for this heartfelt and lovely video about your experiences. I wish I had been able to do this with my parents. You are a wonderful trio!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thank you so much. We are very lucky and grateful to be sharing this adventure!

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

The great forces of the universe came together perfectly for me and I just grabbed hold!

[@jinbrundage8893]

Love this interview, it made me smile and cry. Your sweet mom is beautiful and adorable. So happy for you all! Looking forward to following your travels.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

She is adorable, isn't she? Thank you so much for the sweet comment, and welcome!

[@user-sg5kv1zd8j]

Can I adopt you? Your mom is very blessed with a wonderful son. I have been contemplating semi long term traveling as an older solo woman. Happy I found your channel. 😊

[@tendegreeswarmer]

And I am blessed to have a wonderful mother! 😀 We have met many solo women travelers that have inspired my mom, so if you want to do it, you too can find a way!

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

The most interesting people choose to travel. I will never tire meeting brave, intriguing solo travelers!

[@lauriemonson6285]

Your Mom is adorable! What a great experience for all of you! I love traveling with my son. We’ve been on lots of adventures together - London, Paris, Spain. Hopefully many more to come.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

I love hearing this. Sharing adventures is a great experience, I agree!

[@deborahcasper6120]

Omgosh, I loved this and Robb, you are my favorite Robb! 😊 First and foremost as your Aunt, I have thought you and David were tops for giving my sweet sister more than anything I could think of to help her through her hard time! You will never know what that has meant to me. I love her so very much! Now what a great video. Peg, you are beautiful and full of life and love which makes you so dang loveable. This video answered most all my questions and it was so delightful. It really portrayed the genuineness of how to make this kind of traveling doable. I totally enjoyed every bit of it. I must say as a mom... who wouldn't love this opportunity. Just to be so loved and watched over and enjoyed as a mom! I love you all! ❤️ 💙

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Thanks Sis! It’s fun to share my travels with you!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We're having a great time with her, it is a no-brainer!

[@dawnturner8735]

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us from both sides.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thanks for the nice comment, and for watching! 😀

[@dianadiamond9145]

Love this video with your mom. She and I are close in age. I have been considering doing some long-term traveling by myself, so this gives me some encouragement.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We have definitely met others who are doing it solo. Thanks for the nice comment, and good luck with your own plans!

[@gregneil612]

That was a great video! You could tell that as the video progressed, your mum became more comfortable in front of the camera. Please bring her to visit in Perth, W. A. You better look after her or else you risk losing the “best eldest son “ position. 😉😂

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Thanks! Robb has facilitated the best memories for me. I hope we will make many more!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

I'll keep working at it, my title must be maintained!!! 😂😂😂

[@JoseeGill]

Love the video, this is such a beautiful gift and memories for the three of you. I love to travel with my son so I totally understand the connection of traveling together!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Travel is a special thing, and sharing it with people you love makes it that much sweeter! 😀

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Any travel is amazing. Being with Robb and David has enhanced my experience over the top.

[@tina4780]

What a great gift for all 3 of you !

[@tendegreeswarmer]

It is a gift that I will treasure all of my days. 🙂

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

I am forever grateful.

[@victw1]

Go to the movies! It's such a trip in a foreign country. I once saw Harry Potter in India and also saw a Bollywood flick in India.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

We did see Avatar in Malaysia, complete with seats that were programmed to move with the action of the movie which was a fun experience. And watching a Bollywood movie in India seems like a very fun adventure!

[@joshuamcpeak2388]

Awesome!! We're missing you guys. Thanks for the video!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thanks Josh, we miss you and my sweet sister too! 😀

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Awwwww. I miss all of you! Love you forever!!!

[@janhertzberg1797]

Loved this video…well done.

[@janhertzberg1797]

Great questions too, rob. Very thoughtful.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thanks so much for watching. This was a fun one to do. Spoiler alert, we are bringing her back to Asia this summer/fall, so she might have more to say. Stay tuned! 😀

[@paulrosner1967]

Aww... great interview! Hi Guys, from Paul in Saranda!

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Hi Paul in Saranda! 😆 Glad you enjoyed it

[@gramspnwz1937]

This was a fun listen! Curious if being out in the world has opened your mind about your religion? I know you can really see certain religious groups exploiting in other countries. Of course you see it here in the US. But curious if you see it in your travels.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

I hesitate to speak for my mom, but it seems that the experiences she has had going to church abroad have been positive.

[@berlawberlaw1025]

How long is your mother going to travel with you?

[@tendegreeswarmer]

She is booked to stay with us at least until mid-May, when she is then going back home to spend time with my other siblings and the grandkids. But she has been having so much fun we are talking about her coming back out again for another adventure!

[@PeggyHillman-js2mv]

Short answer: As long as I can!!!!

[@victw1]

Long story. I have a locked phone. I carry a hotspot and put foreign sims in it. I use WhatsApp to call my husband - who does not have a locked phone. Slightly awkward - but it works.

[@tendegreeswarmer]

Thank you for sharing this very clever hack, I hadn't considered that. I don't know much about hotspots (yet) but hmmmmmm.....