Life after reiterment

[Anonymous]

What I love is not necessarily doing MORE traveling but traveling last min, traveling off season, traveling when things are cheap and I can pick flights mid week and come back whenever etc. It just seems more...relaxed. And much cheaper TBH. I no longer have to plan ahead 2/3/6 months for trips because I dont have work projects/busy seasons/ those types of obligations.

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Yup - I feel so done with travel, especially international travel. Maybe I'll feel differently later. But what a hassle, and there just isn't that much that I read about that I want to see. A few places maybe - but I can't even think of them, and the thought of long flights, airport blech, hotel that isn't as expected, food weirdness... just doesn't get me excited. I do want to take some cycling trips, and start in the U.S.

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Traveling for work isn't the same thing. Been to the three places you listed above and agree. But the world is a big place. Travel is what you make it. You must have not been doing right.

Lol I filled two passport books. You’re just catching up boomer. Except the difference is I did it when I was 35 could burn the midnight oil and still make the 8 am meeting, and you’re just old.

NP. You sound pretty insecure and not well traveled at all honestly.

Do you feel better about yourself now - being a petty fool on an anonymous board?

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Yup - I feel so done with travel, especially international travel. Maybe I'll feel differently later. But what a hassle, and there just isn't that much that I read about that I want to see. A few places maybe - but I can't even think of them, and the thought of long flights, airport blech, hotel that isn't as expected, food weirdness... just doesn't get me excited. I do want to take some cycling trips, and start in the U.S.

Where have you been in the past?

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Traveling for work isn't the same thing. Been to the three places you listed above and agree. But the world is a big place. Travel is what you make it. You must have not been doing right.

Lol I filled two passport books. You’re just catching up boomer. Except the difference is I did it when I was 35 could burn the midnight oil and still make the 8 am meeting, and you’re just old.

NP. You sound pretty insecure and not well traveled at all honestly.

Do you feel better about yourself now - being a petty fool on an anonymous board?

You were the fool who bragged about two full passports as if it was something impressive. Let me know when you’ve filled a passport plus three inserts, ha ha.

[Anonymous]

I had a glorious nap today. Then a soup and sandwich for early dinner

Now enjoying tv show with fire 🔥 and dog on couch.

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Anonymous wrote:I had a glorious nap today. Then a soup and sandwich for early dinner

Now enjoying tv show with fire 🔥 and dog on couch.

Heaven on earth

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Traveling for work isn't the same thing. Been to the three places you listed above and agree. But the world is a big place. Travel is what you make it. You must have not been doing right.

Lol I filled two passport books. You’re just catching up boomer. Except the difference is I did it when I was 35 could burn the midnight oil and still make the 8 am meeting, and you’re just old.

NP. You sound pretty insecure and not well traveled at all honestly.

Do you feel better about yourself now - being a petty fool on an anonymous board?

You were the fool who bragged about two full passports as if it was something impressive. Let me know when you’ve filled a passport plus three inserts, ha ha.

Oh no…. Now you’ve gone and revealed yourself. You don’t even travel - like at all - do you? Passport inserts haven’t been allowed for 10 years sweetie. I’m sad for you.

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Yup - I feel so done with travel, especially international travel. Maybe I'll feel differently later. But what a hassle, and there just isn't that much that I read about that I want to see. A few places maybe - but I can't even think of them, and the thought of long flights, airport blech, hotel that isn't as expected, food weirdness... just doesn't get me excited. I do want to take some cycling trips, and start in the U.S.

You're clearly not traveling the right way.

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Traveling for work isn't the same thing. Been to the three places you listed above and agree. But the world is a big place. Travel is what you make it. You must have not been doing right.

Lol I filled two passport books. You’re just catching up boomer. Except the difference is I did it when I was 35 could burn the midnight oil and still make the 8 am meeting, and you’re just old.

Lol. You have no idea how old I am or how many countries I have been to and at what age. Nice try though.

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Anonymous wrote:Re travel. Eh. I traveled a ton (achieved the secret status on United Airlines) and even lived abroad a couple times during my working years. There are a few places on my bucket list which I will get to but I don’t need to go to like Ireland Spain or Hong Kong ever again.

Traveling for work isn't the same thing. Been to the three places you listed above and agree. But the world is a big place. Travel is what you make it. You must have not been doing right.

Lol I filled two passport books. You’re just catching up boomer. Except the difference is I did it when I was 35 could burn the midnight oil and still make the 8 am meeting, and you’re just old.

Lol. You have no idea how old I am or how many countries I have been to and at what age. Nice try though.

What a truly pointless argument. Why waste the energy?

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Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

Nope. I own a Leopard 48 catamaran and have been sailing around the Med for the past 3 years with my wife and on occasion my two adult children. It is absolutely fantastic with so much freedom. We are either moored, anchored, or pier-side 99% of the time with a passage to a new location every 3-4 weeks during the cruising season. Currently in Lefkada, Greece for most of the winter. Boat maintenance keeps me busy for sure when not exploring on land. We have a compressor onboard to fill our own dive tanks. Hope to eventually sail around the South Pacific but have been enjoying the Med too much. Definitely not for everyone and it’s hard to do properly (nice cat with the proper equipment) without having substantial funds. I can manage my investments using an internet connection with StarLink from anywhere. Life is good.

You are on a sailboat off some med coast and not bored? You sure about that? I guess taking your time to be on an anonymous local housewife forum and tying away means life must be exciting.

I'm from NoVa, hence the DCUM thing, and we still own a nice cabin out by Front Royal that we rent out. It's also the place we stay at when we are back in the States for family or other business. And yes my life is far from boring. If you're bored, you're not doing it right.

Exactly! Do what you want in retirement! If it's travel, that is awesome. If you prefer to sit at home and read books and volunteer, that too is awesome. As long as you are happy!

I'm with the PP, we love to travel and it's so nice to do so without constraints (financial, time, kids at home, etc). When you spend a longer time in an area, you get to see it differently. Rent a villa/apartment and live with the locals---it's amazing.


The lack of time constraints also opens up the option to go for 3-4 weeks somewhere. We are doing Australia in the coming year. We debated doing NZ as well but realized---there is so much to see in 4 weeks, why rush? We know we have the money (and for now good health--we are not yet 60) to return to the other one later. Had we done this trip pre retirement, it would have been a "lets stretch it to 14-16 day trip", as spouse had a job that wasn't conducive to taking 3-4 weeks off at same time.

Now we get to fly business (easier to justify the cost for a month+ trip) and truly explore the area.

Can you maintain close friendships at home while being gone so much?

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Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

Nope. I own a Leopard 48 catamaran and have been sailing around the Med for the past 3 years with my wife and on occasion my two adult children. It is absolutely fantastic with so much freedom. We are either moored, anchored, or pier-side 99% of the time with a passage to a new location every 3-4 weeks during the cruising season. Currently in Lefkada, Greece for most of the winter. Boat maintenance keeps me busy for sure when not exploring on land. We have a compressor onboard to fill our own dive tanks. Hope to eventually sail around the South Pacific but have been enjoying the Med too much. Definitely not for everyone and it’s hard to do properly (nice cat with the proper equipment) without having substantial funds. I can manage my investments using an internet connection with StarLink from anywhere. Life is good.

You are on a sailboat off some med coast and not bored? You sure about that? I guess taking your time to be on an anonymous local housewife forum and tying away means life must be exciting.

I'm from NoVa, hence the DCUM thing, and we still own a nice cabin out by Front Royal that we rent out. It's also the place we stay at when we are back in the States for family or other business. And yes my life is far from boring. If you're bored, you're not doing it right.

Exactly! Do what you want in retirement! If it's travel, that is awesome. If you prefer to sit at home and read books and volunteer, that too is awesome. As long as you are happy!

I'm with the PP, we love to travel and it's so nice to do so without constraints (financial, time, kids at home, etc). When you spend a longer time in an area, you get to see it differently. Rent a villa/apartment and live with the locals---it's amazing.


The lack of time constraints also opens up the option to go for 3-4 weeks somewhere. We are doing Australia in the coming year. We debated doing NZ as well but realized---there is so much to see in 4 weeks, why rush? We know we have the money (and for now good health--we are not yet 60) to return to the other one later. Had we done this trip pre retirement, it would have been a "lets stretch it to 14-16 day trip", as spouse had a job that wasn't conducive to taking 3-4 weeks off at same time.

Now we get to fly business (easier to justify the cost for a month+ trip) and truly explore the area.

Can you maintain close friendships at home while being gone so much?

DP here. How many "close friendships" do you have where you're hanging out more than once every couple weeks?

[Anonymous]

I am getting pushed out of my job at 60. I have 3 degrees, 2 are STEM. Where can I get a job ? I am able bodied in addition to 3 degrees, no need will hire me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am getting pushed out of my job at 60. I have 3 degrees, 2 are STEM. Where can I get a job ? I am able bodied in addition to 3 degrees, no need will hire me.

Retire or start a biz.