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Why Midlife Is the Best Time to Start Travelling Solo

If you’ve been here a while, you’ll know what an advocate I am for solo travel. I’ve written numerous blog posts sharing my experiences – the good, the bad, and the downright ugly – packed with advice for those who might be a little more reticent about setting off alone. But lately, life has changed. I recently remarried, and with my husband newly retired, solo trips may become less frequent. Naturally, I’ve had questions: Will I still travel alone? Will my solo travel advice still be relevant?

Profound Things Can Happen in the Most Mundane Places

by Sue Cockell

Profound Things Can Happen in the Most Mundane Places

You expect life-changing moments on mountaintops.

You hope for deep insights while walking ancient paths or watching the sun set over a faraway city.

But you don’t expect one of the most profound experiences of your life to happen… in a laundrette.

And yet, that’s exactly what happened on the Camino de Santiago.

Because sometimes, profound things happen in the most mundane places.

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The Chapters of Life — And Why Midlife Is the Perfect Time to Rewrite Yours

by Sue Cockell

I’m back! Have you missed me?

I have to admit, it feels like ages since I last popped into your inbox — but what a couple of months it’s been!

Let me catch you up:
✨ I got married!
🥾 I hiked 500km on the Camino de Santiago as a honeymoon (or as we like to call it, our Camimoon).
🎉 My new husband officially retired — although, as a self-employed business owner, unofficially, not much has changed.
🎂 We celebrated his birthday in epic style.
🏡 And now, we’re waiting to hear whether we’ve secured a new property that would kick off a massive Grand Designs-style project.

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Your Next Journey Isn’t Just a Trip—It’s a Turning Point

by Sue Cockell

There’s a moment many of us reach in midlife. A quiet whisper that asks:

Is this it?

We’ve been the caregivers, the professionals, the reliable ones. But beneath it all, there’s a part of us that’s still curious. Still hungry for joy, adventure, meaning.

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Walking the Camino de Santiago: Five Weeks, 500km and A Journey of Self-Discovery

by Sue Cockell

Last year, I took my first steps on the Camino de Santiago—100 kilometres along the Portuguese route, from Vigo to Santiago. It was just one week, but it left a lasting impression. I walked it with my partner, Larry, and the experience was so powerful, so quietly transformational, we knew we had to return.

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The Midlife Minimalist: How Packing Light Can Set You Free

by Sue Cockell

There’s a moment many of us reach in midlife. A quiet whisper that asks:

Is this it?

We’ve been the caregivers, the professionals, the reliable ones. But beneath it all, there’s a part of us that’s still curious. Still hungry for joy, adventure, meaning.

A blonde woman standing by a river with colourful house boats and Canadian geese..

Letting Go and Leaping In: How to Start Travelling Solo in Midlife

by Sue Cockell

What if the next chapter of your life started with a suitcase and a one-way ticket?

You’ve spent decades showing up for others—raising a family, building a career, supporting a partner. And now… the house is quiet. The routines have shifted. Maybe your relationship ended, your job no longer fits, or you’ve simply woken up to a persistent whisper: Is this all there is?

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Easter Getaways: Destinations That Inspire Renewal

by Sue Cockell

As the blossoms of spring begin to bloom and the days stretch just a little bit longer, Easter arrives with an optimistic promise: renewal. For many women in midlife, this season stirs something deeper—a desire for a fresh start, a chance to reconnect with themselves, and a call to explore the world with new purpose. Easter isn’t just a time for chocolate eggs and family brunches—it can be the perfect opportunity to embark on a journey that awakens your soul.

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Transformative Travel: The Power of an Adult Learning Vacation

by Sue Cockell

We often reach a point where we crave more than just a holiday—we seek experiences that enrich us, challenge us, and maybe even redefine who we are. This is where an adult learning vacation comes in. Whether it’s mastering a new language, learning to sail, or finally tackling that yoga teacher training, these experiences offer a chance to step outside of your comfort zone, develop new skills, and reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Transformative Travel Experience

by Sue Cockell

Do you ever dream of travelling solo but find yourself held back by fears and doubts? We all carry limiting beliefs that could stop us from taking the leap into transformative travel experiences. But the truth is, these fears are just stories we’ve been told—or told ourselves. It’s time to break free!

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