Every Great Adventure... begins as a dream.
Join Donna, a retired travel agent and world traveler, in this bi-weekly podcast as she shares her travel experiences and tips while inspiring Baby Boomers to see the world safely, comfortably, and affordably.
Episodes
Finally, we get to travel again! Listen in as Art and Donna discuss the first part of their trip while traveling in Ireland! From COVID restrictions to parking to their thoughts on B&Bs, listen in as they talk about their experiences while dining in a Killarney pub!
We're traveling again! Now that we are fully vaccinated, we feel more comfortable venturing out and about. We started with some travel in the US this summer and are venturing internationally in the fall. Traveling post-pandemic will most likely present a few more obstacles than we are used to, but we'll jump through the hoops as we come to them. We'll wear masks as required, take tests when necessary, and have our vaccination...
I'd love your suggestions for future episodes! Send an email to me at donna@everygreatadventure.com.
Our World in Data - COVID 19 data
Our World in Data homepage
Join Donna as she explains several reasons why it's important, particularly for Baby Boomers, to have travel insurance.
Here are links to the websites I make reference to in this episode:
Ever thought about renting a boat and cruising the rivers of France? Join Donna as she describes the experience she, Art and her in-laws had in Burgundy, France. #BoomerTravel #BoatRentalInFrance #Cruising #Rivers of Burgundy #BabyBoomerTravel
Should you take studies that lead you to believe that cruises are detrimental to the environment at their word? Maybe a healthy dose of skepticism is in order. Join Donna as she takes a closer look at a couple of the scathing reports and also what cruise lines are doing to become more eco-friendly.
An investigation of air pollution on the decks of 4 cruise ships
Join Donna as she takes you to some of her favorite places in Greece. You'll learn just how it was she came to live in this beautiful country, as well as her thoughts upon her return in 2009.
Read more at Every Great Adventure Blog
After contemplating a cruise on the Danube for a while, we decided to go in celebration of Ken’s retirement. We really enjoyed our first river cruise on the Rhine. So, we were pretty sure we would like a cruise on the Danube as well.
#CruiseOnTheDanube #BoomerTravel #Retirement Celebration #AvalonWaterways #EuropeanRiverCruise
Can you see all the sights of Paris in six days? Maybe, if you can go 24/7. For most of us, that would probably be a no. For those of us who are, let’s say, a bit more mature, I would say that’s a definite no. There are so many wonderful sights to see in Paris, seeing everything would take quite some time. But, with a little planning, you can pack in a lot of sightseeing into six short days. Join Donna as she takes you sightseeing ...
When you’re all swept up in the thrill and excitement of a new destination, it’s hard to stay vigilant and avoid pickpockets and petty thieves. Unfortunately, it’s the downside of travel; thieves are all around you, just waiting for an opportunity to separate you from your valuables.
In this episode, Donna shares simple tips on how to avoid pickpockets and petty thievery while traveling.
The Taj Mahal was one destination I didn't think would get crossed off my bucket list. As luck would have it, we went on a cruise that ended in Mumbai and had a post cruise tour to India's Golden Triangle, and included the Taj Mahal! Join me as I share my experience in this fascinating country!
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St Petersburg, Russia, in my opinion, one of the most architecturally stunning cities I have ever been to. Join me as I explore this magnificent city.
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This child of the cold war never dreamed she would one day visit Russia. But the world changed, and an opportunity presented itself. In this episode, Donna describes her visit to Moscow, Russia.
Show notes:
Changing of the Guard at Moscow's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (YouTube Video)
I was really worried that I wouldn’t be able to do it. Should I even attempt to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge? What if I froze and couldn’t keep going? Would I ruin the tour for everyone else?
Learn how this Baby Boomer overcame her fears and climbed the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Show Notes:
Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb
Donna shares her experience on a Rhine River Cruise. If you’ve been wondering if a river cruise is right for you, here your opportunity to hear about the first-hand experience of this well-travelled baby boomer!
Links for this episode:
Okay, my fellow boomers. If you're having trouble deciding where to travel to next, here's my top ten list of places I have visited. It was difficult to narrow down my list of places to visit to just ten. I'm sure as I see other places, my list will change.
Check out my website for more travel inspiration.
"Seriously," I thought, "It's a waterfall. Is it really going to be worth the effort to go see a waterfall?" Let me tell you, I was not expecting to be so impressed by a ''mere waterfall.' At every turn, every viewing platform, I was just blown away by the beauty of this natural wonder, amazing Iguazu Falls.
Show notes:
Photo Journal Amazing Iguazu Falls
Blog post: South American Cruise: Miami to Rio
Blog post: Amazing Iguazu...
Making the decision to take a 57-day cruise was a breeze. Making the preparations for an extended time away from home was not nearly as easy. But, it is doable. Donna shares the steps she took to make this dream cruise come true.
Show Notes
Here is the link referred to in the podcast:
Traveling with the in-laws? Really? In today’s podcast I explain how family travel with the in-laws came about for us. We have found that traveling with the in-laws has created some indelible memories that we will cherish forever!
Here are links that go along with today’s episode:
Italy’s official tourism website
The full story of Villa d’Este in Tivoli
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