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We're an Australian couple in our 50s who've spent the last chapter of life waiting for exactly this: more time, more money, and a lot fewer reasons to say no to a trip. We're empty nesters now, and travel has become our thing. Not the pack-in-ten-countries-in-two-weeks kind, and not full-time nomad life either, we love our home and our family too much to give either up for good. Instead, we've found our own rhythm: pick one country, settle in for up to three months, and really get to know it. We usually spend about a week in each place, long enough to stop feeling like tourists and start feeling like we actually live there for a while. We're not the type to sit still. Wherever we land, we're out exploring, often without much of a plan, and it's usually when we get a little lost that we stumble onto the best spots. We've spent four years living in Europe, and between that and travel, we've now visited over 30 countries. We also believe every trip needs at least one thing we've never done before, a long zipline through the Alps, truffle hunting in Istria, whitewater rafting down a river we couldn't pronounce. Those are the stories we still tell years later.

A row of traditional fisherman's houses on Milos Island, Greece, right at the water's edge, their white facades topped with colorful wooden balconies in teal, blue, green, red, and purple. Below each balcony sits a matching garage-style door where boats are traditionally stored. Two people stand on the narrow rocky shore between the houses and the sea, one in a white shirt and blue shorts, the other in a yellow outfit shielding their eyes from the sun. Gentle waves wash over the rocks in the foreground, and a bare, sandy-brown hillside rises steeply behind the houses under a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds.

Milos Island Greece: Complete Guide for Extended Stays and Slow Travel

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. Milos Island Greece: Your Complete Extended Stay Guide I’m not sure what it is about Greece but as soon as you leave busy Athens you’re on Greek time.  The rest of the world and your problems disappear and you just relax and turn

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Image of a white church with a blue dome. Situated on a rock peninsula. Church of Seven Mart, Sifnos Island Greece

Sifnos Island Greece: Best Slow Travel Destination for Overs 50s

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. Discovering Sifnos Island: A Hidden Hideaway in the Greek Islands Our ferry cut through the Aegean Sea as we approached our fourth island. After exploring Mykonos, Santorini, and Milos during our six-week Greece island vacation, we were ready for something different. Sifnos appeared

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A bright red vintage steam locomotive pulls a line of open carriages at a train station platform, with steam rising from its funnel. Forested green hills rise behind the station under a clear blue sky, and the paved platform is edged with a cobblestone pattern.

Schafberg Cog Railway

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. Discovering the Historic Schafberg Cog Railway: An Unforgettable Day Trip from Salzburg Oh, what a fun day out.  We never expected a century old train to steal our hearts. However, the moment we boarded the Schafberg Railway, we knew this adventure would be

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Vibrant pink house with teal shutters in Fažana, showcasing Mediterranean charm.

10 Day Itinerary for Istria, Croatia

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. 10 Days in Istria, Croatia: Your Ultimate Travel Guide Discover the magic of Istria, Croatia with this carefully crafted 10-day itinerary that takes you through ancient Roman ruins, medieval hilltop towns, stunning coastal villages, and the truffle-rich countryside. This itinerary serves as a

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Hallstatt Village with church, on the lake, Austria

Things To Do Hallstatt

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. Things to Do in Hallstatt: Your Complete Guide to Austria’s Fairytale Village Picture this: a tiny lakeside village nestled between towering Alps and crystal clear water, with pastel houses cascading down the mountainside and a church steeple that looks like it belongs on

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Guy and Girl on a Swing at the beach

Romantic Getaways Europe

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No time to read the full article? Here are my favourite picks.. Romantic Getaways Europe There’s something about winter in Europe that feels tailor made for romance. Snow dusted streets, twinkling lights in medieval towns, and cozy evenings by the fire turn even the chilliest getaway into something unforgettable. Over the years, we’ve wandered from

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