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Tell us about your Adventure!Imagine feeling the thrill of music blend perfectly with the gentle sway of ocean waves. Rock and roll cruises have surged in popularity, giving fans like Pat and Ed an unforgettable musical experience at sea. With a lineup featuring celebrated bands such as Cheap Trick, Bret Michaels, America, and Leo Sayer, and many, many more these cruises promise an unforgettable adventure that resonates with music lovers everywhere!Picture yourself enjoying an ice-cold drink, with world-famous artists performing right before your eyes. The atmosphere is alive with laughter, nostalgia, and the contagious excitement of fellow fans. This is more than a vacation; it's a full-blown rock and roll experience!

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Tell us about your Adventure!Ahoy, fellow Cyclones! Are you ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime? Join the Iowa State Alumni Association as we set sail on an unforgettable cruise to explore the stunning landscapes of Australia, New Zealand, and Tasmania. Whether you're an avid traveler or an ISU enthusiast looking to connect with fellow alumni, this adventure promises breathtaking views, vibrant cultures, and a renewed sense of camaraderie. The cruise will set sail from Sydney, one of Australia's most iconic cities, known for its stunning harbor and vibrant culture. It's the perfect backdrop to kickstart your journey filled with exciting excursions and shared stories from fellow alumni.This is a service offered by most university or college alumni associations!

Tell us about your Adventure!Retirement often feels like standing at a crossroads, unsure of which way to go. This significant life change can bring both excitement and anxiety. Luckily, the Second Wind Movement, guided by retirement life coach Cyn Meyer, provides a vibrant approach to navigating this transition. With compassionate guidance and practical tools, the Second Wind Movement empowers retirees to find fulfillment and purpose during their newfound free time.Please join us as we dive into this growing movement of retirement.

Tell us about your Adventure!In the peaceful phase of retirement, many chase purpose and fulfillment. For Bill Baize, a former school counselor, this journey took him to the woodshop in his garage. Through woodworking, he not only rediscovered a old passion but also filled his days with meaning.Woodworking is not just a hobby for Bill; it represents a vibrant chapter in his life. It combines creativity with craftsmanship, engaging both his mind and body. It also gives him purpose by knowing he is helping others with his skills.

Tell us about your Adventure!Embarking on a journey to Mt. Everest Base Camp is not just a hike; it's a life-changing experience, a test of endurance, and an opportunity to forge lasting memories. For Cyrena and Phil, both in their 70s, this adventure was their second time in Nepal. This journey became even more special as they trekked to the base camp with their son and grandson. Against the majestic backdrop of the Himalayas, they embraced the challenge of trekking together, proving that age is not a barrier to adventure.

Tell us about your Adventure!Traveling through Europe is truly a remarkable experience. For Bob and Nancy Patton, their two-month journey across France, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland was not just a trip; it was a retirement kick-off dream come true. With the flexibility of a Eurail pass and the comfort of VRBO accommodations, they crafted memories that will last a lifetime.

Tell us about your Adventure!The Great Loop is not just any boating trip; it's an adventure that beckons thrill-seekers and lovers of the open water. Covering over 6,000 miles through the eastern United States and parts of Canada, this unique route offers breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and countless opportunities for exploration. As you consider this exciting journey, ask yourself: Is the Great Loop the next quest for you? Please join us as we talk to Lauren about the Loop that her and her husband did to kick off their retirement.

Tell us about your Adventure!Today we visit with a fascinating retiree, James Dorsey, and learn about his amazing experiences since retiring from UPS. How about visiting a nomadic tribe in the Middle East? Or maybe kayaking with whales off the Baja Coast? If adventures like these interest you, you will love this episode! James, the whales are calling me!

Tell us about your Adventure!In today's episode you travel with us to SE Asia! We had an amazing three week trip this past October in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Indonesia! This trip has been on our radar for a few years for sure. From walking and feeding elephants to seeing Angor Wat at sunrise, we experienced the best three weeks ever. We hope this episode inspires you to visit and experience the wonderful, amazing countries of SE Asia.

Tell us about your Adventure! Today we talk to Leslie and Amby Tanner! They are enjoying their retirement to its fullest! Their trip to beautiful Italy and Switzerland involved delicious meals, awesome travel conditions, and exceptional excursions! These two give us the low-down on their travel hacks that made this trip a once in a lifetime experience. After talking to them, I see paragliding in my future!

Tell us about your Adventure!As the festive season approaches, Europe transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, delightful aromas, and the cheerful sounds of celebration. Christmas markets, with their rich traditions and lively atmosphere, take center stage in this magical time of year. These markets provide visitors not only the chance to shop for unique gifts but also a glimpse into the local customs and culinary delights of various countries.Please join us as we talk to Lisa Garza about her wonderful shopping trip. Whether you're exploring the cobblestone streets of Vienna or sipping mulled wine in the heart of Prague, visiting these Christmas markets is an unforgettable experience. This blog post will guide you through the must-visit markets, what to expect, and tips for making the most of your holiday adventure.

Tell us about your Adventure!Today we visit with Craig and Susie and learn about all the unexpected and treasured encounters they had on the Camino de Santiago in beautiful Spain. We experience with them the allure of this hike with all the challenges and friendships made along the way. Each year thousands of people embark on this memorable experience to learn more about themselves on their own spiritual journey. Are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime?

Tell us about your Adventure!Traveling is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. For many retirees, it marks the start of a thrilling new chapter filled with adventures at home and around the globe. After years dedicated to work and family, this newfound freedom provides the chance to explore long-held dreams. Traveling with your favorite people transforms ordinary trips into extraordinary adventures. For retirees like Ellen, this exciting phase of life is the perfect chance to explore bucket list destinations, create lasting memories, and strengthen family bonds. In this episode, we'll share the heartwarming story of Ellen and her husband, who took a memorable bucket list trip with her favorite travel companions—their children.

Tell us about your Adventure!In today's episode we visit with Olga and Jeff Bannister about their wonderful retirement in Spain!These two have a great retirement vision and we were so happy to learn about it here! Does Spain sound like a great retirement plan? Jeff and Olga will tell you all the ins and outs of living abroad!

Tell us about your Adventure!Retirement sometimes involves traveling abroad if you are healthy. For first time "across the ponders" Jim and Sandy Egger it was a wonderful dream come true. All those nerves and anticipation vives paid off for this couple as they traversed to some of Europe's favorite spots. In this episode we meet the Eggers and hear about their amazing experience. 

Tell us about your Adventure!Today we talk to Michelle C. about her experiences as a travel blogger and digital nomad! She and her husband are full time travel- trainers teaching others through their website how to navigate the world with their smartphones. I definitely can learn from their expertise with a smartphone and believe many other retirees can too. Using your smartphone to its maximum capability is a goal we can all share!

Tell us about your Adventure!Today this episode of AdventuRetired takes us to the beautiful country of Panama! Here we meet Janet S. who has embraced her new life reboot with her adopted country with such vitality and excitement that we are tempted to join her there! Janet tells us how her retirement in this Central American country fits her perfectly. We are excited to hear what she has to say about this salsa loving land.

Tell us about your Adventure!Scotland is a beautiful destination for a retirement trip and our guest Carol Sembach experienced it by hiking the West Highland Way. Carol , an adventurous hiker, tells us all about her wanderings and inspires us to get out into nature! Beautiful Scotland did not disappoint this hiker!

Tell us about your Adventure!A retirement trip that many plan is a visit to one of our National Parks! The United States has 63 of these beauties all across our lands. Many are well known and visited by thousands of tourists each year while others remain somewhat more mysterious and uncharted. Today we talk to Deb and Chris as they fulfill a bucket list item of visiting the Mighty Five. 

Tell us about your Adventure!This is a great episode folks! Today we make podcast history!!!! At least, we think we do! Why? Today we interview Mark Greenburg as he is riding his bicycle across the nation! This interview takes place with us talking to him as he pedals down the road! What fun!!!! Mark is a great example of retiredish!!!!! Maybe after this ride he will start the real thing! No matter what, he was a great guest and we totally loved our time spent with him!

Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Susan about her fantastic website, Booming Encore, which is dedicated to helping Baby Boomers make the most of their golden years. In this episode she shares her tips and advice on how to live life to the fullest and continue learning and growing, no matter what your age. Susan, the creator of Booming Encore, offers a wealth of knowledge and recourses for all of us as we age.

Today we talk to Craig Day Borders about his great retirement adventure with marathons! Marathon running or walking is a huge goal for many people, retired and working, and Craig tells us about his journey on the Bataan Death March Marathon here. Great job, Craig! You are an inspiration and rocking this thing called Retirement!

Cindy and Larry Lubinus have embraced retirement with enthusiasm and family. You can find this couple traveling to sporting activities for their grandchildren as well as planning trips to special destinations in their Class A motor home. But today, we talk to them about a special road trip they took to experience the colors and sites of the NE during peak leaf season. This is a trip and title I long to take...becoming an official "leaf peeper!"

We have found out in retirement that there are two types of travelers...one who plans the trips and one who encourages that planner! Curt is definitely the planner and I love being the encourager! However, planning trips can be stressful so many retired people use travel companies to help them take awesome adventures without the stress.  Today we talk to Kate Newland about her travel company and services. 

A buckle list for many and a birthday present to us, the Masters experience was a great treat. Yes, it is birthday month again, and this year Curt and I decided to take advantage of our special "in" to the Masters and travel to Augusta, Georgia for the Masters practice rounds. Although it was a month earlier than our actual birthdays, we decided it was the perfect birthday treat for both of us. The weather was perfect and the company great, a perfect birthday gift to ourselves! Join us today for this episode and experience the Masters with us. And....Happy birthday Curt, I love you more!

Today we talk to Jason Lee, a young retiree who is living his best retired life. Jason is one of the FIRE movement retirees and has found his purpose in his retirement. Climb a mountain? No problem for this guy! He has made mountaineering his retirement signature and is crushing it. We all know that health (mental and physical) is a major part of retirement and Jason tells us how he is using his health and wellness to set goals that keep him moving! Great job Jason and thank you for your service!

Today we talk to Jeff Balch from Pennsylvania about his retirement adventure on the Appalachian Trail.Many retired folks would love to add this adventure filled hike to their list of accomplishments and for those who are successful it is worth bragging about! The Appalachian Trail is approximately 2160 miles of steep mountain climbs and massive bouldering. Hats off to Jeff! What an amazing retirement journey.

Today we talk to Scott Hirons from Massachusetts and it is an episode you don't want to miss. As a retired person now for over eight years I have found that one of the ways I stay happy is by volunteering in my community. Curt and I know many retirees volunteer much more than we do and we really respect that part of their life's journey. Today's conversation with Scott tells his story...volunteering at a whole new level. Well done, Scott...well done!

Connie Sherwood has a mission in retirement that is full of snuggles, laughter, and purpose. She is the kitty whisperer! Yes, this retiree gets to spend part of her day snuggling with the cutes felines around! This journey not only benefits the kitties she fosters but gives her a great retirement purpose. Good job Connie! (Curt, can I please have one too?)

College buddies! Some great memories of fun times, right? Well, today we are talking with Jerry Lanser and he not only keeps in contact with some of his best college buddies but does great hiking trips with them too! Retirement isn't only about reminiscing about the "good old days" but can also be about reestablishing relationships and building new memories. Good job, Jerry! Hike on!

Today we meet friends Cherie Pinkerton and Lori Foulds from Manitoba, Canada! These two travel buddies met through work and found out that they share a passion in exploring new places! Curt and I met them on our bike and sail trip through Croatia and felt they would be the perfect pair to talk to about the amazing trip we all experienced! (We even talk about the one scary time that I almost bit the dust right in front of Cherie going up a very steep mountain pass as a tour bus passes us!) It is such a thrill when you meet new friends with common travel and retirement goals!

Do you consider yourself a "foodie"?  Curt and I definitely love a good meal, but if it doesn't involve meat and potatoes or peanut butter and jelly...Curt tends turn up his nose.  I, on the other hand, love to try new foods and love almost any type of cuisine.  In today's episode we meet Martin.  Martin and his wife love trying new foods and especially love experiencing the  restaurants near his home in London.  Let's learn about his wonderful retirement visiting and tasting his way thorough Mayfair's Michelin's and other famous restaurants!

Today we talk to Yvette and learn how she is grabbing retirement by the horns and riding it for all it's worth. She even has her own website and date to "Seize the Day". We think we could all learn somethings from this "Go Getter"!

Let's start the year with a great adventure!  Could you live on cruise ship most of the year? Sounds like an amazing retirement!  Today we talk to Ric Irick, world traveler on a transatlantic cruise! (first time for us connecting to a guest on cruise ship for an interview)!  Ric recently retired from his career in Washington D.C. and loves to travel! What better way to accomplish this than by back to back cruises.  He tells us all his cruise secrets and hacks as he experiences a retirement journey many would love to copy! Great job Ric and Bon Voyage!

Today's episode has us meeting up with Michelle Lombard from Arizona.  Michelle is  really rocking her retirement adventure bucket list with adventures like hot air ballooning!  This is a great conversation as it is an adventure I want to take soon!!!  What is it like flying without a tether?  Michelle isn't afraid of stepping out of her comfort zone and into retirement like the rock star she is!  Are you ready to fly with us??? 

Meet Dawn Whitley!  We had such a great conversation with her about her "passion" in retirement, her daylilies! Dawn has embraced daylily gardening with a zest just as she did her career as an engineer at the Campbells Soup Company.  If you are like me, (Cindy), gardening is a favorite hobby in retirement and it isn't always easy.  There is so much to learn to be successful and produce beautiful flower beds.  I hope you enjoy learning about her passion as much as I did.

Africa is a dream vacation for many of us!  Curt and I are already scoping out African safari vacations in anticipation for a once in a lifetime trip in our near future.  Africa is a wild wonderland for vacation thrill seekers such as our guest today Ellen Gleitman Luchette and her husband.  Their adventure was full amazing  events and sites.  You'll want to listen clear to the end to hear their adventure coming home! Thanks for the inspiration Ellen! I can hardly wait to see the elephants and the African Serengeti!

Happy Birthday to us!!!  Yes, it happens every year!  We celebrated our birthdays just three days apart with another great adventure!  This time New York City!  This new tradition (it is  now a tradition if we have done it twice, right?)  is a fun time for us both!  We believe every year should be celebrated in retirement as so many of our friends and family didn't get this experience.  Our retirement motto of "don't sit too soon"  is what motivates us! Have you visited NYC?  This episode is all about THE BIG APPLE and all the fun times we had there.  Happy Birthday Curt!  PS ... I'm still the boss because I'm three days older!

Are you a "Cool Grandpa?"  What does a cool grandpa look like you might ask?  Is there some kind of directions guide to becoming a "Cool Grandpa"?  And what about us "Cool Grandmas?"   These are the questions we will delve into with our newest guest, Greg Payne, who is a fellow podcaster and author.  Enjoy!

Have you had the chance to fulfill one of your bucket list adventures yet?  As a retired person we have the time and hopefully the resources to do just that....and the list is endless!  In this episode we meet educator Rick Brant who is set to retire in the next few years.  We salute his career of 30 years as an special education educator and are excited for you to listen to his great pre-retirement adventure as an "elephant whisperer"!   If this adventure is his standard...we can't wait to hear about all of the ones he has planned when he retires in three years.

Today we meet Leanne and Jonathan Paetz and boy do they have a retirement adventure to tell us all!  Curt and I are lucky to call these folks friends! Leanne and I (Cindy) have been friends since kindergarten ( Go Great Danes)! Leanne is also an excellent graphic artist that created our logo and for that we are so thankful.  But, back to the episode, this couple have started their retirement adventuring with a big WOW!  A Tesla pulling an Airstream???? What?!?!? Listen to find out more!

In this episode we meet a great guy who has made his winter home ... now his permanent home in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas.  We have a special place in our hearts for the the Valley as it was our home for over 30 years.  Living there as a Winter Texan is a whole different lifestyle than what we did as a young working family and we were so happy to meet this great couple who love the Valley like we do!  We can't wait to hear about their experiences and favorite places!  Who knows, one of you might decide to become a Winter Texan after listening!

   In this episode we talk to a Dawn who has taken up Bee Keeping in retirement and is now a professional bee keeper!  Dawn Beck has all the buzz on how and why we should watch out for this exceptional flying insect.  We have heard all the talk lately about the bee situation in our country and how important the honey bee is to our lives and Dawn is doing her part to help!  In her retirement, Dawn has made the honey bee and her local grown honey a priority!  I bet you might just go find some locally produced liquid gold after listening! 

Today we talk to Karen Walker Vaughn about the wonderful repositioning cruise she and her husband, Ken, planned.  Repositioning cruises are a amazing way to cruise  differently, see new places, and still relax with the comforts of cruising .  This couple loved every minute of their trip and are ready to go again!  Come along and learn about the wonderful trip they experienced.  

If you love the great 70s and 80s old rock and roll like us, Tom Petty's Free Falling ranks right up there as one of the best songs ever!  When I think of this song my mind always goes back to the weeks right after the birth of our first daughter 31 years ago when my husband told me he was going to jump out of a plane!  Tandem sky diving was just getting popular and Curt was going to try it!   31 years later and Tandem sky diving is a popular extreme sport that many of tried.  Our guest this episode did just that!  Ron Santalucia loved his adventure and he tells us all about this great experience.  I'm pretty sure its in my future!

Everyone told us how wonderful becoming a grandparent was...and we were waiting patiently!  Our perfect Sunny Faye arrived right on schedule this January to her thankful parents and entire family.  There is nothing that compares to this new stage of our retirement and we are so thankful to be able to join the grandparents group.  This podcast is not about our beautiful ray of sunshine...but about grandparenting in retirement.  So many of our retired friends are grandparents and many others are wonderful grandparent stand ins!  We salute you all.  It definitely takes a village!

Today we talk to Dr. Vanessa Boyce and listen as she guides us in a discussion about a heavy topic that many retirees don't think about early on in their retired life.  We all know that every day is a blessing and to have great health in retirement is the goal.  However, as we age we are faced with a slew of new situations and problems.  Those of us with elderly parents and sick spouses have new roles as caregivers.  Dr. Vanessa helps make sense of this time in our lives.  

At AdventuRetired we stress to those asking about what to do to get ready for retirement is to find your best you and keep working on improvement!  You will never be younger than you are the day you retire, so don't sit too soon!  These words definitely reflect our guest this episode.  Virginia (Ginny) Richter and I have a history!  She was my boss in South Texas and I had the great privilege of teaching her son when he was in first grade (now a successful attorney)!  It was so much fun talking to her about  her retirement adventure and we know you will enjoy it also (and may be inspired to do your own).

The Wild Frontier...Alaska... is the topic of this retirement adventure!  Many of us have added Alaska to our bucket list of places to visit in retirement.  Today we talk to Dave and Donna Jauron and learn how Alaska has become their second home.   These two Iowans have been in love with Alaska for over 30 years!   They  travel and live there every summer !  What draws them back year after year? One big pull is the fishing!  We know that you will enjoy listening to their Alaska story!  I think I need a little more Alaska in my life!

When Marie Sennett retired from her career as a busy civil rights lawyer she decided it was time to take hold of her own mental and physical needs.  She knew that in order to be her "best" retired self she needed to have a plan for a healthy body and mind.  Now, she helps other retirees do the same as a certified yoga teacher and transitional life coach working 1:1 to help her clients get ready to live their dream retirement.   We were so happy to talk with Marie and learn about her retirement adventure!  She definitely inspired us too!