Blogger: My Journey Through Life and Travel

Nice to Meet You!

Wow! It’s hard to believe that I’m here in print on my website, the Glamorous Gallivant. I am now a Blogger! You may have read a little about me in my About Me page. But, I thought I’d elaborate here to dive a little deeper.

My story is that I am British and living in London. I grew up as an expat child whilst my father’s career took us to Africa and the Middle East. After that, I lived in Spain, Australia, and Hong Kong. All of this, before I hit the grand old age of thirty. I actually met my husband whilst working in Hong Kong. That’s a story for a completely different type of blog!

The Wanderlust Takes Over

So in short, the wanderlust had taken its hold from a very early age. As a child, I believed travel was something we all did. I thought it quite normal to hop on a plane and travel to far flung lands. As I grew older, I realised this was far from the norm. Now, I believe how very fortunate I had been.

My somewhat transient upbringing laid the foundations for a life destined to “gallivant”. As a result, i feel so blessed to have had this early introduction to the glorious globe we inhabit. That said, it has only succeeded in pushing me to seek more adventure. More adventure away from the well trodden tourist paths.

The Blogging is Born

I have spent years planning trips and collecting passport stamps. I have shared stories with friends over wine and scribbled travel thoughts into notebooks. Now, the blogger in me has finally stepped out into the light. I am thrilled to welcome you to Glamorous Gallivant. This is my little corner of the internet dedicated to travel, inspiration, and joyful adventures at 50 and beyond.

I’m someone who believes that life doesn’t slow down after 50… it just gets more stylish.

I created Glamorous Gallivant because I couldn’t find enough travel content that spoke to people like me. The mature, adventurous, independent, and not ready to swap wanderlust for woolly socks just yet (although I do love a cosy jumper!).

What a Wonderful World

It is these paths that I wish to take you down with my blogs. I want to share with you my experiences and inspire you to seek out lesser known tourist destinations. Of course, I will also showcase some of the world’s favourite hot spots too. Yet, I urge you to “step out of the box” with me.

Undoubtedly, the world is vast BUT never has it been easier to travel from one destination to another. To make connections with people from all over the world. To learn about new cultures. I want to inspire you to take these steps, to experience all that the world has to offer.

If you feel you tick any of these boxes below, please read on to discover more…

50 plus
retired
financially comfortable
travel as a couple
XL suitcase

1. 50 plus

That’s me! Despite my mantra being very much ‘age is just a number’. My blogs focus on adventures for the aging baby boomers. This includes generation X. In simple terms, it targets the over 50’s.

Ouch, that’s it, I’ve said it! I say this because I, personally, don’t feel any different from when I was 20. But, let’s face it, travelling at 50+ has different criteria than when we were 20.

2. Retired

The Glamorous Gallivant offers destination guides for those who are retired or about to retire. It also provides planning advice for your newfound life without work. As I grow my site, I will expand my blogging journey within it. I will be incorporating holidays and itineraries for those adventurers over 50. This takes advantage of one of the principal benefits of retirement – more free time.

This is what you’ve dreamt about during your working life. This is what you deserve. Cast aside your thoughts of early morning alarms, commutes, office politics, stress and long hours. Retirement offers you the opportunity to experience new things and in particular travel. Bring on that bucket list.

3. Financially Comfortable

This has undoubtedly allowed me to travel stress-free and of course, given me choices.

I must highlight this, as my travel experiences and guides will reflect holidays with affordable luxury. There are plenty of bloggers and guides that focus on more budget-friendly holidays. If this is what you are looking for, you will be well looked after.

4. Travel as a Couple

I want to express that all the gallivanting in the world would pale in comparison without my partner in crime. He is my wonderful husband of 33 years. He is my travel buddy and these are adventures we enjoy embarking upon together.

That said, my travels are not limited to couples! They can quite easily be explored with friends, family or indeed solo.

There are, nevertheless, many travel blogs that cover “solo female travellers”, and this may be of interest to you. I know there are many other considerations for a single female traveller. My fellow bloggers, who specialise in solo travel for females, extensively cover all of these aspects. NomadHer and GirlabouttheGlobe are just two of the extensive resources out there.

5. XL Suitcase

Oh yes, I forgot to add – my travels and suggestions do not and will not involve travelling light! I’m not sure I have ever owned a backpack and I’m certainly not starting now. My travel clothes and accessories barely fit in my suitcase so the thought of downsizing would fill me with horror. No, I will be found in any airport, big or small, tugging my XL suitcase by my side.

….Not on the List but I do Love My Glam Gear

It has to be said, I do love my sundresses… accessories… makeup! Yes, that’s me – the “Glamorous Gallivant”. I will have my glam gear stored somewhere. It doesn’t matter if I’m driving on Route 500 in Bonnie Scotland or sailing around San Blas islands in Panama.

Your Round up

So, here I am, the Glamorous Gallivant ….

If YOU recognise any of the above in yourselves and you are looking for travel inspiration, I can help. I can give you advice. I’m here to help. If YOU are just curious about the blog’s direction, please Sign Up to my Newsletter. Follow my website as it develops.

My passion for travel coupled with my love of writing is here all in one place. I want to share many of my personal globetrotting experiences. These will be accompanied by the occasional self-indulgent selfie and beautiful location shots.

The purpose of which is to wet your appetite to these adventures and to get you thinking outside that box. I am eager to connect with those of a similar age. They need that little extra push to venture out to further pastures.

The Good Times Start Now

If you’re ticking those boxes above, you’ll know this is your time. This is a time in your life when you have the ability to choose. You can choose to tick off everything on your bucket lists.

And, if you don’t have a bucket list, make one!

You now have the freedom to explore. This is the time where you can spend time on yourselves and release the adventurer within you.

In summary….

I look forward to introducing you to ‘tried and tested’ destinations that may never have been on your holiday radar. I will share with you personal experiences of destinations that might be on your holiday radar. You just need that extra nudge!

My blogs will work to engage your curiosity and stoke up the adventurer within you. A road trip through Namibia or detox in Sri Lanka, let me help. I will help you to plan your bespoke itinerary and give you my honest opinions.

Let me also guide you through the planning process. I want to squash any fears. I aim to work with you to organise your dream holiday. The very purpose of me starting this blogging journey is to inspire you to take your own personal journey.

So if you’re looking for exciting travel ideas with affordable luxury. Do you need planning tips and itinerary suggestions? Or maybe you just enjoy reading some rants and raves courtesy of the Glamorous Gallivant….please hang about.