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Welcome to our Blog! Here you will find a selection of handpicked articles and original posts that can help you think about how you want to plan your retirement. You can use the filters below to switch between original 'Posts' and 'Articles' from various categories about all things retirement!

8 Scenic Train Rides That Will Take You Through The Grand Canyon

8 Scenic Train Rides That Will Take You Through The Grand Canyon

8 Scenic Train Rides That Will Take You Through The Grand Canyon

Some amazing photos in the article from Travel + Leisure. A non-traditional way to view the canyon and possibly see more than a...

Jan 16, 20231 min read

9 Cheap, Alternative Destinations (some that you might not have heard of)

9 Cheap, Alternative Destinations (some that you might not have heard of)

9 Cheap, Alternative Destinations (some that you might not have heard of)

Love this from TimeOut! Lots of off-shoots from traditional destinations and a few that you (and me) have likely never heard of. Most of...

Jan 12, 20231 min read

Why You Should Try Spontaneous Travel

Why You Should Try Spontaneous Travel

Why You Should Try Spontaneous Travel

An interesting alternative to vacation planning presented by the Huffington Post. Even the thought of this type of travel may be anxiety...

Jan 10, 20231 min read

All of the countries with a tourist tax in 2023

All of the countries with a tourist tax in 2023

All of the countries with a tourist tax in 2023

Here is a pretty comprehensive list from euronews. While a lot of these taxes are not high, many of the sur-charges are daily and could...

Jan 10, 20231 min read

Paris on the cheap: a local's guide to flea markets, baguettes and funky bistros

Paris on the cheap: a local's guide to flea markets, baguettes and funky bistros

Paris on the cheap: a local's guide to flea markets, baguettes and funky bistros

Paris on the cheap, oui, s'il vous plait! - RetirementGoat

Jan 9, 20231 min read

$1000/month for a 3-Bedroom Apartment in Puerto Rico

$1000/month for a 3-Bedroom Apartment in Puerto Rico

$1000/month for a 3-Bedroom Apartment in Puerto Rico

Yes, this is a millennial housing story but a great example of some of the opportunities to live inexpensively with easy access to the US...

Jan 4, 20231 min read

12 Private Islands You Can Rent Without Being Rich

12 Private Islands You Can Rent Without Being Rich

12 Private Islands You Can Rent Without Being Rich

Okay, some of them may be easier to afford if you are a little bit rich. However, it seems like there are a few deals here too! Brought...

Jan 4, 20231 min read

Beginner's Guide to Cutting Costs While Visiting Europe

Beginner's Guide to Cutting Costs While Visiting Europe

Beginner's Guide to Cutting Costs While Visiting Europe

Even if you do not want a full-on budget vacation, there are a number of great ways to save costs (ie planning museum visits around free...

Dec 31, 20221 min read

20 Quaint Upstate New York Towns Perfect for a Holiday Getaway

20 Quaint Upstate New York Towns Perfect for a Holiday Getaway

20 Quaint Upstate New York Towns Perfect for a Holiday Getaway

A variety of options, from Travel Awaits, many of which are within a two-hour drive of most major cities in the north-eastern United...

Dec 25, 20221 min read

I Visited 8 European Christmas Markets In 2 Weeks: These Were My Favorites

I Visited 8 European Christmas Markets In 2 Weeks: These Were My Favorites

I Visited 8 European Christmas Markets In 2 Weeks: These Were My Favorites

If you love Christmas, or even just Holiday Cheer, and maybe open-air markets as well, this is a tour for you! - RetirementGoat

Dec 23, 20221 min read

A Traveler Who Has Been to 105 Countries..

A Traveler Who Has Been to 105 Countries..

A Traveler Who Has Been to 105 Countries..

Travel is at the top of most retirees lists. Fascinating article from an well-traveled Australian with some great insights about really...

Dec 23, 20221 min read

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