ITP - 121 Before you go back to your home country and retire from International Education, treat yourself to a "gap" trip. This is the advice given to our guests Eric and Tamara Wood and the advice they are taking right now. Between March 2025 and August 2025, this wonderful couple is taking a whopping 6month trip - like a couple of 20something European backpackers.

It takes planning, you will hear on this interview. It takes money. But there are ways to save, starting early in your career.

Enjoy this episode. Watch the video version on Spotify or Youtube to see some helpful visuals maps.

Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction and Background of Guests

(02:23) A Gap Retirement Trip

(05:29) Travel Itinerary and Experiences

(08:36) Financial Planning for Travel

(11:17) Saving Strategies and Lifestyle Choices

(13:58) Reflections on Travel and Experiences

(16:41) Personal Stories and Relationships

(19:54) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

(24:32) Cultural Fusion in Marriage

(27:06) Transitioning Life Stages

(27:36) Family Connections and Future Plans

(29:54) Embracing New Experiences

(30:48) Mission Trips and Community Service

(33:34) Adventures in the Desert

(39:49) Unexpected Encounters and Hospitality

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