George Bernard ShawWe don’t stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.”
Irish playwright, critic and political activist
Don’t Be a Chicken. Be a Little More Turkington.
You know the old joke: why did the chicken cross the road? Over the years, people have had great fun […]
Review of “On the Hippie Trail” by Rick Steves
If you’ve been a regular leisure traveller to Europe since 1980, you’ve probably encountered a Rick Steves travel guide. While […]
Maybe we’re playing life a little too safe
Have you ever thought, just out of the blue,life feels a little too familiar… a little too you? The same […]
Birding by Train: An Unexpected Adventure
Can birding really be done from a luxury train? In our case, the answer turned out to be yes – […]
La Dolce Vita: Pam and Errol’s Italian Escapade
From the moment Pam and Errol glimpsed Rome’s ancient skyline, their Italian journey unfolded with unforgettable moments, laughter, and discovery. […]
Sea Cruise Holidays – to sail or not to sail?
By Sandra Gordon Researching what was for the two of us a brand-new holiday option was an eye- opener. We […]
Why your next birthday should include a paintbrush
“Art is a guarantee of sanity.”French-American artist Louise Bourgeois Did you know that Cuban-American artist, Carmen Herrera, sold her first […]
The Finns Visit The Finns
By Stephen and Louis Finn Standing naked on our terrace at our timeshare just south of Lapland, we didn’t feel […]
The spirit of adventure doesn’t retire – Namibia, finally!
By Alan & Anne Dunn This trip had been on our Bucket Wheel® for a long time. We first planned […]
Review of “Place” by Justin Fox
While the rest of us plan a beach or bush break or perhaps a culinary tour, Justin Fox decided to […]
Having fun is the most natural human experience, and you are always more fulfilled when you pursue enjoyment in your life. When you play, you feel a childlike freedom and joy that really ignites your enthusiasm for life.
It is never too late to engage in activities that bring you joy – it could be a hobby, belonging to a society or organisation, or travel.
Travel is one of the great pleasures that most retired people want to explore, but it need not be purely for leisure; it can provide adventure, inspiration, personal fulfilment, education and much more. Your reason for travel can vary each time – you could study famous works of art one year, visiting great architectural marvels of the world the next. Whether you are travelling locally or internationally, in 5-star luxury or on a budget, travel can enhance your retirement significantly. It provides stimulation, freshness and pleasure not encountered in your everyday routine.
You can make your RetiremeantTM the grandest of all life’s adventures!