S4E8 – Traveling in Retirement

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Episode Summary

In this episode, we welcome Kim Barber from Globetrotter Travel to discuss planning and budgeting for travel in retirement. Travel is a top priority for many retirees, but navigating costs, destinations, and logistics can be overwhelming. Kim shares expert advice on how to make the most of your travel budget, plan bucket-list trips, and find options for solo travelers.

Key Takeaways:

• Start Planning Early – Booking in advance can help secure better pricing and spread out payments.
• Budgeting for Travel – A $10,000 annual travel budget can cover one big European trip or multiple smaller trips.
• Solo Travel Options – Group tours, women-only trips, and cruises can be great ways for solo travelers to explore safely.
• Bucket-List Trips – Destinations like African safaris, Antarctica, and Australia/New Zealand are popular among retirees.
• Health & Safety Considerations – Travel insurance is crucial, especially for medical coverage and emergency evacuations.
• Tourism Trends & Challenges – Some destinations are experiencing pushback from locals due to over-tourism and short-term rentals.
• Best Travel Advice: Be flexible and don’t wait too long to take your dream trips—you never know what the future holds!

Rapid Fire Questions with Kim:

• Best Beach Destination for Retirees? Hawaii
• Most Underrated Destination? Mexico
• Best City for Food Lovers? Seattle
• Best Budget-Friendly Country? Portugal, Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic
• Favorite Hidden Gem? African safari
• Best Cruise Destination? Mediterranean
• Best Place for History Buffs? Europe

Connect with Kim Barber & Globetrotter Travel:

🌍 Website: myglobetrottertravel.com
📧 Email: kimbarber@myglobetrottertravel.com
📞 Phone: 517-920-0465

Connect with Shotwell Rutter Baer

💼 Website: srbadvisors.com
📧 Email: info@srbadvisors.com

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