Dear Ageless Traveler,

Happy Passover and Happy Easter. I find this time of year to be one of renewal. Perhaps it’s the burgeoning of spring, the holidays that bring family together, or the new beginnings of baby chicks and lambs that gives the time an aura of wonder and possibility for me.

It’s also a bit disconcerting. The usual joys of travel are dampened by the world situation; in the US and worldwide, problems like homelessness and hunger persist. Yet it’s heartening to discover that one person can still change the world. For this week’s podcast, we feature the story of individuals whose global journeys and related efforts impacted the world. Their stories are inspiring and a tutorial on how purpose can empower and propel anyone of us to be an agent of change.

In our usual sections, you will find:

• Ask Adriane: Buying a Trulli home in Italy
• News You Can Use: Scandinavian Happiness, Longevity Travel, Italy Travel Restrictions
• Culture Vulture: Romantic Holidays Around the World
• Luxury Travel for Less: Travel Movies that Get You Going From Your Armchair

I am planning a Kenyan Safari with Ronick Tours (listen to the podcast) and a Moroccan Adventure with Sahari Tours (listen to the podcast). These are created especially for The Ageless Traveler. If you are interested in details, dates, and prices, let me know by email at adrianegberg@gmail.com by May 1st.

Never stop traveling

Cheers,

Adriane

P.S. Something New:

If Africa or Morocco has been whispering your name, don’t ignore it. I’m personally curating two extraordinary journeys—one to Kenya with Ronick Tours and one to Morocco with Sahari Tours—designed specifically for Ageless Travelers who want depth, comfort, and a little magic.

Spots will be very limited. If you even have a flicker of interest, reply here and write or say “AFRICA” or “MOROCCO.” I’ll send you dates, pricing, and first access before we open this publicly.

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P.P.S. Cruise deals are moving fast—if you’ve been thinking about one, now is the time. Don’t wait until the good cabins are gone. Great deals from CruisesIt: Grab them now!

This Week’s Highlights

On Our Podcast Anyone Can Change the World

“Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For indeed, that’s all that ever has.” Margaret Mead

In this week’s episode of The Ageless Traveler, I explore your potential to change the world. I passionately believe that actively pursuing your sense of purpose enhances your longevity and healthspan. Research indicates that individuals who feel they have a compelling purpose in life can reduce their risk of mortality from any cause and regardless of ethnicity, race or gender…so that’s all of us!

​Listen here and enjoy a brief exercise to pinpoint and articulate YOUR compelling purpose and meet inspiring people who are real-life examples of how to make a significant impact on issues that matter. One poignant example is the story of a woman who transformed the perception of dementia in Nigeria through a public service announcement campaign. This initiative not only educated communities but also fostered understanding and compassion for those affected by dementia.

Join me for a journey that highlights the intersection of self and activism and learn how you can harness your passions to contribute to a better world! Discover how to pursue your life focus with gusto and results!

August 5th marks my 55th wedding anniversary, and I researched the most romantic places to visit, according to travel experts specializing in such celebrations. It turns out that London, our favorite place to travel, comes out on top for city folks like us. But other places we have enjoyed have been designated “romance cities.”

Here are a few I selected for you. Full disclosure, for our anniversary, we chose the Galapagos because they offered us a tiny dinner boat for two to enjoy a private celebration—not on any list for romance but our own.

​Discovery magazine suggests the top romantic hotels in their neat article. I have been to the Griti Palace and many Safari Lodges, and I have another great pick for you…The Pera Place, Istanbul, Turkey. Before you go, check the safety of the location, which can sometimes be in flux during times of unrest in the Middle East. The location is an Uber away from the center of town—Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, etc.—but oh, the romance. Beautiful rooms…we stay at the Greta Garbo room because…well, you know…we want to be alone. The prosecco at the old-fashioned bar, right out of Agatha Christie, is a hoot.

I love adventure, and Reykjavik, Iceland, and Christchurch, New Zealand, lead the list. You can adventure anywhere, but the spa and wellness features of Reykjavik’s Blue Lagoon and the romantic parks and romantic hikes of New Zealand take the cake.

For me, nothing is so romantic as a jazz bar, a bubbly, and a mellow mood. That’s why, if you JOIN OUR Facebook Salon, you get my musical posts at a jazz bar every Thursday on Not Date Night (not so romantic for me…I go by myself).

But for a couple, it’s jazz in New Orleans. Bourbon Street in the French Quarter is New Orleans’ famous nightlife hub. Of course, you must experience the storied Preservation Hall, which has been hosting jazz musicians since 1961.

My ultimate romantic cruise was a South Pacific cruise last December… check them all out at CruisesIt. Many start in Tahiti, voyaging to Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, and many more islands. Read about it in my related article.

For true Culture Vultures, Florence, Italy, does romance best. Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, the city’s domed cathedral, Uffizi Gallery, and Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia Gallery. I was so overwhelmed by the art in the Palazzo Pitti that I almost fainted. Plus, I got my best jewelry on the Ponte Vecchio, the bridge that spans the Arno.

I must mention my husband’s most romantic setting…Buenos Aires. Yes, watching tango is a turn-on for any couple. But I think he likes the rodizio and the romantic politics mythologized in Evita.

I’ll end with the romance of Africa at the Masai Mara, Kenya. Our man in Africa, Derek Remember, has a romantic ballooning trip included in our 2027 safari itinerary. If you want details, check out our podcast with him, and write to me at adrianegberg@gmail.com. This is an exclusive trip only for twenty of my audience members.

(Of course, I am remiss if I don’t mention Venice as romantic…but you knew that.)

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Luxury Travel for Less

Movie Night Around the World (No Jet Lag Required) Get some popcorn and watch these movies that feature iconic hotels, fantasy trips, and travel romance. Let me know your favorite travel movies and plays by sharing them on our Facebook Salon.​

Thank you to the Palm Springs Culture Center for making these hotel-focused movies part of its iconic series on the largest screen in Southern California.:

• The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (India) –
  Reinvention, friendship, and a reminder that adventure doesn’t retire.
  Watch on: Amazon Prime Video
• Key Largo (Florida Keys) –
  Stormy weather, sharp dialogue, and old-school glamour.
  Watch on: Max
• The Grand Budapest Hotel (Fictional Europe) –
  Whimsical, stylish, and a love letter to grand hotels of the past.
  Watch on: Hulu
• The Shining (Colorado Rockies) –
  Okay, maybe not your next hotel pick—but unforgettable scenery.
  Watch on: Max
• Grand Hotel (Berlin) –
  The original “everyone has a story” hotel drama—still holds up.
  Watch on: Max
• Some Like It Hot (Miami) –
  Fast, funny, and proof that travel can lead to the most unexpected adventures.
  Watch on: Amazon Prime Video

If you’re not traveling this week, feed your curiosity anyway. The more places you “visit,” even from your sofa, the more confident—and excited—you’ll be when you go for real.

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