Exploring the world at a comfortable pace — with plenty of stops for photos, snacks, and the occasional wrong turn
Musings from a muddy hill in Thailand
So there I was, on a muddy hill in the jungles of Northern Thailand. Twenty-something backpackers were darting past me left and right while I stood there, hands on knees, catching my breath and pretending to admire the view. And wondering, “Wait… why did no one mention this part?” Now before you get the wrong idea, I’m not completely unfit — I swim, I hike, and I haven’t been airlifted off a mountain yet — but I’m 57, and there are moments that make me feel every one of those years.
When I was planning our next trip, to Indonesia, and went searching for honest “Can I really do that?” stories from travellers my age, I found… very little really. Most answers that came back appeared to be from twenty-something backpackers who think a light activity is scaling a volcano before breakfast. So I decided to start writing these stories myself.
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Recent posts
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An ethical elephant experience in Thailand
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Thailand in two weeks: an itinerary suitable for over-55 travellers
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Driving the Swartberg Pass into the Karoo at 55+
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Best hikes along the Garden Route for 55+ explorers
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3-Week South Africa Itinerary – all the highlights without the rush.
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Slow travel mistakes we made – so you don’t have to. With free guide.
Like travelling, don’t like coming back needing another holiday? This post + guide deels with mistakes we made so you don’t have to.
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Guided safari, game reserve or self-drive?
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Moroccan Sahara Desert Camp
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