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The Benefits of Taking a Mini-Retirement When You are Already Retired
Manage episode 509447399 series 3561893
Why take a mini-retirement when you are fully retired? Justin shares his personal journey of taking a six-month adventure around the world, detailing the motivations behind it, the challenges of maintaining routines while traveling, and the appreciation gained from both travel and returning home.
They also delve into the financial aspects of long-term travel, debunking myths about costs and emphasizing the importance of planning and flexibility. You’ll see how planning a mini-retirement can help break you out of the retirement routine and add extra adventure and experiences to your daily life.
Links mentioned:
- Substack link for coverage of our international 6 month trip
- Link to our podcast episode with more details about the trip
- My personal blog where people can get more insight to how I retired at 33
Takeaways
- Mini retirements can enhance the retirement experience.
- Traveling for an extended period allows for deeper cultural immersion.
- Maintaining healthy routines while traveling is possible with planning.
- Returning home after travel can increase appreciation for everyday life.
- Long-term travel can be more affordable than living at home.
- Traveling can help clarify future living and lifestyle choices.
- Questioning preconceived notions about travel costs can open new opportunities.
33 episodes
Manage episode 509447399 series 3561893
Why take a mini-retirement when you are fully retired? Justin shares his personal journey of taking a six-month adventure around the world, detailing the motivations behind it, the challenges of maintaining routines while traveling, and the appreciation gained from both travel and returning home.
They also delve into the financial aspects of long-term travel, debunking myths about costs and emphasizing the importance of planning and flexibility. You’ll see how planning a mini-retirement can help break you out of the retirement routine and add extra adventure and experiences to your daily life.
Links mentioned:
- Substack link for coverage of our international 6 month trip
- Link to our podcast episode with more details about the trip
- My personal blog where people can get more insight to how I retired at 33
Takeaways
- Mini retirements can enhance the retirement experience.
- Traveling for an extended period allows for deeper cultural immersion.
- Maintaining healthy routines while traveling is possible with planning.
- Returning home after travel can increase appreciation for everyday life.
- Long-term travel can be more affordable than living at home.
- Traveling can help clarify future living and lifestyle choices.
- Questioning preconceived notions about travel costs can open new opportunities.
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