Retire Young Travel Smart: Your Guide to Budget Slow Travel
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At Retire Young, Travel Smart, we believe in the power of shared experiences. Our blog posts are inspired not only by our own adventures but also by the collective wisdom of our vibrant Facebook community of over 150,000 retirees from all corners of the globe, including the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and beyond! Join the conversation and discover the secrets to affordable travel in retirement!
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Our Retirement Travel Story
Hi, we’re Lidia and Jeff! We’re half-expats, spending our winters on the beach in Mexico and the rest of the year exploring the world. We are passionate about helping retirees travel affordably and experience new cultures. Join us and discover how to create your own retirement travel adventure!
Why We Love Slow Travel in Retirement
Slow travel is about more than just seeing the sights; it’s about immersing yourself in a culture, connecting with locals, and savoring the journey. We’ll show you how to embrace this enriching travel style and create unforgettable experiences.
Budget Travel Tips
Want to travel the world without breaking the bank? We share our best tips for finding affordable flights, accommodations, and activities, so you can make your retirement travel dreams a reality.
Retirement Abroad
Dreaming of retiring overseas? We explore the best destinations for retirees, including cost of living comparisons, visa requirements, and expat insights.
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Our Latest Adventures
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Unlock Your Retirement Travel Dreams
Ready to trade your 9-to-5 grind for a life of adventure and exploration? At Retire Young, Travel Smart, we’re passionate about helping you make the most of your retirement years. We provide the inspiration, resources, and community to empower you to travel the world on a budget, discover new cultures, and create unforgettable memories. Join us and unlock your retirement travel dreams!
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Travel Resources
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Why Budget Slow Travel Beats Traditional Retirement Vacations
Retirement travel does not have to mean short, rushed vacations or luxury-tour pricing. Slow travel means basing yourself in a destination long enough to settle into daily life — using local markets, cooking some meals, choosing longer-stay accommodation, and exploring beyond headline attractions. My book, Budget Slow Travel in Retirement, turns eight years of travel across…
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Geoarbitrage in Retirement: Where Your Dollar Buys a Completely Different Life
The Question Every Retiree on a Budget Should Be Asking A haircut costs $85 in Seattle and $16 in Murcia, tip included. A dental crown runs into four figures in the United States and under $300 in Vietnam — with a ten-year guarantee attached. A private hospital stay in Athens, including surgery, a titanium rod,…
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Retirement Abroad with Purpose: How to Volunteer, Teach, and Connect Overseas
For many, retirement conjures images of sandy beaches and endless margaritas. That dream holds real appeal — and honestly, we’ve lived a good chunk of it ourselves. But an increasing number of retirees are opting for a different kind of adventure alongside the beach chair: retirement abroad with a purpose. Volunteering your time and skills…
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Teaching English Abroad in Retirement: Is a TEFL Certificate Worth It After 50?
Every few months, someone in our Budget Slow Travel in Retirement group asks a version of the same question: “Has anyone gotten TEFL or TESOL certified and taught English abroad in retirement?” And every time, the thread explodes. Hundreds of comments, dozens of countries, a few war stories, and — if you read closely —…
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It’s Here: Budget Slow Travel in Retirement Is Now Available for Pre-Order
Eight years ago, Jeff, our Yorkie, Cookie, and I packed a Toyota with two suitcases and a rooftop bag, and drove from New Jersey to Mazatlán to start our beachfront retirement. Turns out there’s only so much time you can spend on a beach. So we started traveling — and eight years and 100 countries…
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The Greenback Gauntlet: Scalpels, Scams, and the Argentine “Cash Only” Crisis
Navigating a medical emergency is stressful enough when you’re in your own neighborhood, speaking your own language, and holding a familiar insurance card. But when you’re in the heart of Argentina and a surgeon demands payment for an appendectomy in physical U.S. Dollar bills, the stress moves from “medical” to “existential.” This week, Kirsty Exelby…
