The Ageless Traveler

The Ageless Traveler

The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler. The Ageless Traveler is a podcast dedicated to celebrating the adventurous spirit of active adults. Join veteran radio and TV host, Emmy Winner, and seasoned traveler, Adriane Berg, as she takes you on a journey around the world. From hidden gems and cultural experiences to healthy travel tips and discounts, The Ageless Traveler is your passport to life satisfaction through travel. Our host, Adriane Berg, has traveled to 110 countries and brings you the best tripsand experiences as she takes you to exotic places, culinary adventures, and dream locations. Here are just a few of the topics we cover on the Ageless Traveler --Travel safety with adventure for Lifelong Learning --How to meet new travel companions when friends no longer travel. --How couples can travel together if one of you has a mobility or other physical issue. --How to have the means to travel even on a tight budget or fixed income…even make money while you travel! --Longevity and wellness travel to get and stay healthy. --The know-how and courage to visit remote and exotic places. --Best trips to Find your roots, renew marriage vows, and bring your skills to those who need you most. --A chance to live out your dreams: to be an archaeologist, chef, writer, artist, or musician; whatever! --AND listeners can travel with us. Here’s how we bring added value to travelers on all of our trips. At our Pre-trip Zoom Meetings, we get acquainted with each other. Our Ageless Traveler Fitness Coach demonstrates how to exercise without equipment. We provide a Culture Vulture Review of current museum exhibitions: festivals, theatre, and art. During the tour, we offer presentations on Ageless Living, Voluntourism, travel memoir writing, travel blogging, second homes abroad, and starting a business. At our Post-trip Zoom Meetings, we share memories and reviews. And our Wellness Coach will get us back to normal, advising on fitness and nutrition. Spa and Beauty-On trips that visit hot springs or offer spa treatments, Peter Anderson, our world-renowned spa consultant, will hold a pre-trip meeting so you get the most out of the experience. T he Ageless Traveler is more than a podcast. It is a movement for contributory living, and expanded life purpose: Ariane Berg, host of the Ageless Traveler podcast, works with the United Nations as Representative from The International Federation On Ageing and Host of On The Ground, the Podcast of the UN’s Global NGO Executive Committee. Adriane has created the Ageless Ambassador Program with opportunities for local, national, and international involvement to fight ageism, campaign for a treaty On The Human Rights Of Older Persons and help at-risk children. Our listeners are empowered to influence and change the narrative around aging, using their skills, energy, and compassion. The Ageless Ambassador Program includes volunteer travel, classes on selecting and championing a cause, campaigning for change in public policy, and free access to mentors and training in the world of advocacy and mission development.

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October 6, 2026 • 42 mins

“Travel is not just about the destination; it's about the experiences we share along the way.” — Natalie and Evelyn Kelly

In the latest episode of The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler, I'm thrilled to welcome the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Evelyn and Natalie Kelly, who have turned their passion for travel into inspiring books. With their titles, “Have a Love Affair with the USA&...

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“This trip reminded me that travel has a fabulous residual effect.”
 Adriane Berg, Host of The Ageless Traveler

What happens when you combine a 52-mile walking adventure through England’s spectacular Lake District, fascinating history, beautiful landscapes, and a group of fellow travelers? You get the Allerdale Ramble, an unforgettable journey that proves travel can do far more than take you somewhere. It c...

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"This is a kind of experience you get if you go specifically on a trip for your own well-being." Adriane

What happens when a lifelong traveler who loves adventure, walking, exploring and moving discovers that sometimes the greatest adventure is slowing down?

In this episode of The Ageless Traveler, I take you aboard a luxury hotel barge through the Champagne Valley of France with European Waterways.

It is intimate, luxurious, deliciou...

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I step away from my usual interview format for a personal "reverie" to share three recent trips I took over two months. This episode covers the first of those three: an in-depth journey through Ecuador, spanning Quito's historic center, a homestay in the Andes with the Karanki Magdalena community, a Go Galápagos Islands cruise, and a stay in the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest with the Kichwa community at Sani Lodge. (My upcoming epis...

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THE AGELESS TRAVELER: ADVENTURE and WELLNESS for the 60+ TRAVELER

Want to choose the right luxury tour, but don’t know what to ask? In this honest-talk episode, I interview Doni Belau Founder of Girls' Guide to the World about designing extraordinary journeys that combine luxury, culture, and adventure. We cover Nova Scotia, Venice, Mauritius,  Réunion Island where we helicopter to remote mountain villages, UNESCO World H...

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Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

Virginia is one of the most historically rich and food-forward destinations in the United States  and in this episode, I sit down with Kevin Clay, Communications Director at the Virginia Tourism Corporation, to unpack what makes the state a must-visit for history lovers, foodies, wine enthusiasts, and families alike.

We start at the beginning with Jamestown, the site of the first perma...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

"About Kilimanjaro, the experience was so extraordinary. I honestly didn't care that I hadn't made it to the top." — Karen Gershowitz

Travel writer Karen Gershowitz joins me to share adventures built for travelers 60 and over. Karen tells us of her attempt to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, East Africa, and why the journey itself, not reaching the top, beca...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler 

Are you an adventurous cultural traveler? Enter the word of cultural preservation, with a Jamaican Journey to the heart of the indigenous Jamaican Maroons.  I sit down with Gretchen Wilbur, author and scholar who has immersed herself in the vibrant culture of the Jamaican Maroons. Gretchen shares her journey of living in a community that honors its rich her...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler 

“It always seems impossible until it's done." Amy Tarpein 

My podcast guest this week is Amy Tarpein is author of Braver Together and Route 66 Accessible Guide to America's Most Iconic Road Trip. Amy shares her inspiring journey of traveling with her son, Elijah, who has a terminal diagnosis, and how she advocates for accessible family travel. 

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August 4, 2026 • 37 mins

The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

Do you have an anniversary or big birthday coming up? Discover the perfect place to celebrate in California Wine Country. This week, I take you on a delightful journey to Paso Robles, California, to visit the enchanting Summerwood Winery and Inn. 

Joined by Inn Manager Angie, General Manager Celeste, and Tasting Room Guru Margaret, we discuss how to have a wine ta...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

"Italian wines are drenched in culture that goes back thousands of years. If you're curious, wine gives you endless opportunities to enrich your life." Stefano Zanoncello

Adventure with me  into the  world of Italian wines with our latest episode featuring Stefano Zanoncello, a specialist from Angelini Wine and Estates. Explore the stunning Veneto region, unc...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

If you have ever wondered why vintners use certain barrels to age their wines, this is the show for you.  Inside information from a Certified Wine Specialist.

Resources

Angelini Winery and Estate

https://www.angeliniwinesandestates.com/en/

For Northern Italy and Wine Trail tours contact Stefano’s wife, Sarah Sturges https://www.sarahsturgestravel.com. She is a ...

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The Ageless Traveler: Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

"In Japan, we say you eat first with your eyes." Junko Yokota 

"Photography is about light, and being present in the moment." Pete DeMarco 

In this episode you go on a photography adventure and wellness journey to Japan. This week we travel to Japan and learn how to enhance our travel experiences through photography and culinary exploration. Whether you're a s...

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In this BONUS EPISODE, in addition to the wonderful photographic journey through Japan with photography hints and wellness soaking, Fuji hiking and more, you find Pete DeMarco's and Junko Yokota's insights on how to make the most of your trip to Japan. Avoiding crowds in Kyoto, ordering food, transportation and coping with language and so much more.

Resources:

Pete DeMarco
https://petedemarcophoto.com/

Junko Yokota
https://junko...

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As we get older, volunteering for life satisfaction is a great reward, as is travel. But when we lose a companion, grief may stop us in our tracks.  Good Grief, supporting kids whose parents have died is now the leading organization for grieving families. The Ageless Traveler is on a quest to help fund the mission. If you need some life inspiration, wait till you hear the amazing stories from these Good Grief volunteers on thi...

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Listen to the riveting story of the father of three children as he describes his experience working through grief with the help of Good Grief and what it can mean to you and to your family.

Donate to Good Grief Here: 

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/acpfgg/

Or Text "agewise" to 50155

Adventure and Wellness for the 60+ Traveler

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"Biophilia is basically bringing in the outdoors to create a calming environment. Acoustic privacy is essential for a peaceful home environment. Wellness should be a priority in home design, just like it is in hotels." Rukmani Ramdari

In this episode of The Ageless Traveler, we turn our homes into vacation spaces for year-round health and fun. It’s more than a staycation; it’s living as beautifully and luxuriously as if ...

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What would you think of someone who had a pot of gold and never shared a dime? Well, I feel like I did that. For four years, I hosted a podcast called Generation Bold, The Fountain of Truth About Aging. It won awards, but three years ago I put it on hiatus (a fancy way of saying that I stopped the show) to start The Ageless Traveler.

I will be on the road for a few weeks, so I decided to revisit past episodes of Gen Bold and see if ...

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"I always thought this part of the country (Paso Robles area) was one of the most beautiful places I had ever been to." Kenney Enney

In this episode, I explore the unique concept of "camping light" with ranch owner Kenney Enney. Venture with me into the heart of California's wine country to discover an innovative approach to outdoor accommodation with the charm of camping without the hassle. You can enjoy the sounds of the countrysi...

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 "The money comes when you do what you love and help people doing it." Adriane Berg 

In this episode, we explore the transformative world of travel coaching with Sahara Rose Devore. Discover how travel can be a powerful tool for personal growth, healing, and connection, especially for women over 60. Sahara shares insights on what travel coaching entails, the difference between travel coaches and traditional travel advisors...

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