Midlife & Travel Journals
A glimpse into my midlife and travel adventures, sharing unfiltered stories to inspire you to embrace life’s next chapter to the fullest.
Refreshed After Travel Burnout
I hit a wall in Sardinia! Figuratively, of course. The fatigue started while in Naples, but after having to call the police 3 times to get the landlord to stop letting herself into the apartment I rented, uninvited and without notice – I was done, and truly learned the meaning of travel burnout.
1/2 Way on AI-generated train trip…It’s Getting Real & Being Real
I am at the halfway point of my 30 day AI-generated train trip through Europe and I am beginning to experience a serious lag in energy, which is not typical for me. Traveling the world is a childhood dream that I am so grateful to myself, family and friends that I am now experiencing – and loving!! But let’s be real for a moment, I have been traveling for roughly 5 months, to around 20 countries, and I have honestly lost count of how many cities. I can say with certainty that AI-generated train trip travel fatigue is getting real, OMG very real.
Days 7-9: Sweet Vienna
Vienna, the city of music, art, and imperial grandeur, welcomed me with open arms and an undeniable charm that only a true European capital can exude. As I meandered through its picturesque streets, the blend of historical splendor and vibrant modernity left me utterly enchanted.
Days 4-6: French Riviera
Strolling through Nice and Monaco on the French Riviera felt like stepping into a sun-soaked dream. In Nice, I wandered the Promenade des Anglais, the azure sea shimmering to one side, vibrant markets bustling to the other. The old town’s narrow streets were a delightful maze of cafes and shops. Then, a short train ride whisked me to Monaco, where opulence reigns supreme. I marveled at the luxurious yachts, and wandered through the Jardin du Casino and the famed Monte Carlo Casino. Every moment was pure Riviera magic!
Train journey in Europe Days 2-3: Barcelona, Spain & Marseille, France
The train in Spain was insane! My 30 day AI-generated train journey in Europe started off with an unexpected overnight in Barcelona – not a problem, I love Barcelona. A quick walk in the drizzle from the train station to my hotel, Expo Hotel Barcelona and jog on the treadmill at the hotel gym. Dinner with a friend, a wonderful breakfast at the trendy and tasty Honest Greens in the Gràcia neighborhood, a quick manicure, then back on the train and off to Marseille, France.
The Day Before 30 day train trip
Starting tomorrow I will be jumping on a train from Malaga, Spain, which is just north of Marbella where I have been hanging out enjoying the gorgeous beach for the past two weeks, to Marseille, France via Barcelona, and visiting 5 countries, 11 cities in 30 days.
AI 30 Day Train Trip Through Europe
An AI planned 30 day journey through the Mediterranean. My AI prompt: Plan a train trip through Europe starting in Marbella and visiting the following places: Marseille, Nice, Monaco, Vienna, Bologna, Rome, Naples, Amalfi, Sardinia, Crete, Mykonos and determine the cost for the trip starting June 19 for 30 days, activities 15 days (not 30) and utilizing night trains where available.
Day 1: Train Trials & Other Fun
Today was difficult! Day 1 of my new 30 day Ai train trip through Europe I had anticipated excitement and fun. So two thoughts have been rolling around my mind as I’ve rolling all over Spain… the first is a reminder to myself to let go of expectations and the second is a reminder that doing something for the first time can be, and often is, challenging.I am fortunate to be taking a train trials in Spain for the first time, not knowing the language very well (I’m slowly improving!) and at 50 years young.