The Great Retirement Escape
Your Guide to Journeys Across the Globe, Adventures Close to Home, Inspiring Outdoor Activities, and Fun Active Lifestyle for Your Best Years Yet
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Lara West
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Dreaming of staying vibrant, adventurous, and full of life in retirement, and making these years your best years yet? Discover how to fill your life after work with meaningful journeys, exciting travels, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences! The Great Retirement Escape is a comprehensive guide that helps retirees and retirees-to-be unlock the secrets to a healthy and meaningful life filled with adventure, travel, and wellness. In this practical and motivating book, you'll learn how to stay active, find affordable ways to travel the world, and discover new outdoor hobbies to keep your mind and body engaged:
- Craft your retirement adventure plans with activities tailored to your passions and abilities;
- The best travel tips for seniors, from budget-friendly worldwide destinations to maximizing senior discounts, from balancing safety and adventure to traveling with physical limitations;
- Exciting travel options, from immersive cultural tours to thrilling safaris, from historical expeditions to themed tours, from voluntourism to luxurious cruises, and everything in between, tailored to every type of traveler;
- A deep dive into outdoor hobbies like hiking, bird-watching, and kayaking and exhilarating experiences like scuba diving, zip-lining, and scenic hot-air balloon rides, no matter your fitness level;
- Practical wellness advice, including fitness routines, mindfulness activities, and retreat destinations for staying strong, active, and stress-free in your golden years; … and so much more!
If you like motivational guides, actionable travel advice, and staying physically and mentally engaged in retirement, then you’ll love this inspiring roadmap for retirement.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- 01-22-25
Retirement Goals Redefined!
It’s full of ideas that range from exploring the world to finding joy in backyard adventures. I appreciated the mix of big dream options and practical, close-to-home activities. Listening to this made me realize how much life there is to live post-work. The narration was upbeat and inspiring—it felt like chatting with a friend who’s already living their best retired life. Perfect for anyone looking to spice up their golden years!
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- Kevin Brown
- 01-21-25
A Great Listen For Those in Retirement
I got this audiobook for my mom who is considering retirement. This book has sparked her curiosity for so many ideas on what to do when she finally makes the decision to hang it up. The book goes inot everything from fun outdoor hobbies to budget-friendly travel tips. It's very comprehensive and there's definitely something for everyone in there. After listening to this book, she's feeling excited about the idea of retirement. Happy to have this in our collection!
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- Jackie Brown
- 01-19-25
Great for retirees and dreamers!
The Great Retirement Escape” is a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone looking to make their golden years vibrant and adventurous. As someone planning for an active retirement, I loved the mix of practical travel tips, outdoor activity ideas, and wellness strategies. Lara West’s passion for adventure shines through, and her insights are accessible for all fitness levels and budgets. From glamping in Yosemite to wine tasting in Tuscany, this audiobook has sparked so many exciting ideas for my next chapter. Great for retirees and dreamers!
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- Yas
- 01-18-25
Live your best retired life!
I really enjoyed listening to this book. It was super engaging and filled with tips on traveling the world, discovering exciting activities nearby, and staying active. The activities presented were suited to our wants and needs, considering we are not 30 years old anymore! I also liked how it made retirement feel like an exciting new chapter rather than a slowdown. If you’re looking for ways to make your retirement years adventurous and fulfilling, this book is a great listen.
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- antonio anglero
- 01-21-25
Got this for my dad
Dad says he loved it. He is now referring to himself as a man of leisure. I glad I gave this as a gift.
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- GrammyG
- 01-17-25
Inspiration for Your Golden Years
This book is an absolute gem for anyone planning their retirement! It’s packed with ideas for travel, outdoor activities, and ways to stay active and engaged. I loved how it combines practical tips with inspiring suggestions that make you excited for the next chapter of life. Whether you dream of global adventures or local explorations, this guide helps you make the most of your best years yet. A fantastic resource for retirees looking to live life to the fullest!
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- Donesa
- 01-18-25
Exciting Adventures Await
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. In planning for retirement I want to travel and this book has given me the information I needed to make the most of every adventure. There's also a plethora of activities to keep you busy and healthy when you are at home. So many possibilities to explore. I can't wait to start my adventures!
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- Diana Freel
- 01-20-25
Great insight for my travel business
As a novice in the travel agency industry, I am actively absorbing the available information. I loved this audiobook as I can learn when I'm not at my computer. The book is well written, and the audio portion is easy to follow and understand. I loved the insights the book gives on retirement and traveling the world. I have been making so many notes to use going forward. If your ready to see the world, this guide is for you.
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- C Randolph
- 01-19-25
Packed with Practical Inspiration
This book is a must-read if you’re planning to make the most of your retirement. What really stood out to me were the sections about exploring local adventures, things I never thought of that are right in my backyard! The tone is friendly and encouraging, but it’s packed with actionable ideas, not fluff. I felt like I walked away with a solid plan for my next steps. You’ll feel motivated and ready to embrace your best years yet!
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- Eric
- 01-21-25
realistic and simple
For those hoping to maximize their retirement years, this book is an excellent resource. It's full of enjoyable and useful travel and outdoor adventure ideas and active living tips. I adore how it promotes a lively, contented way of living and offers lots of ideas for novel adventures.Even on a small budget, the travel and home-based activity recommendations seem realistic and simple to implement.
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