Curvy Swimwear by Capriosca meets your swimwear and resort wear needs whether you are heading off to the beach, going on a tropical holiday or lazing by your pool. Or perhaps you are an active swimmer and want serviceable swimwear? Capriosca has your needs covered. [This post is sponsored by Curvy Swimwear by Capriosca] Even […]
Decoding Aged Care services in Australia; choosing the right service.
At some stage of our lives most of us will need to consider aged care options, for ourselves or for family members. To say this is a daunting process is an understatement; both navigating the government support and working out which is the best service, can be time consuming, confusing and expensive. [This post was […]
How to become a house sitter and see the world in retirement
Is house sitting part of your retirement plan? It’s a great way to see the world and experienced international house sitter Vanessa Anderson shares her tips for getting started. Read more about Vanessa at the end of this post. Why consider house sitting Is it your dream to retire early? Do you mull over ways […]
Tips for home renovation, or house remodelling, for ageing in place
Are you considering a home renovation? Choosing where to live in retirement is so important and one of your options is to remodel your existing home so that you can age in place. We share our tips on managing a renovation, be that in an existing home or a new purchase. Why consider a home […]
Favourite travel destinations – 7 locations you may not have considered
The joys of travel are endless and as the years go by I am conscious that there is a lot of the world left to see. These 7 favourite travel destinations could easily be added to your list and mine. Or have we missed one of your favourites? I asked 6 travel bloggers to share […]
Some pitfalls of retirement villages and manufactured homes.
Retirement villages and manufactured homes are popular choices for retirees looking to downsize, but each of them comes with rules and regulations that it is essential you understand. Discover the pitfalls and make a well informed choice before proceeding with the purchase of a home in either of these accommodation options. As alluded to in […]
Exercise over 50; 5 stories of finding fitness over 50
You know it don’t you, you really must exercise, and that as you age, fitness and strength become ever more important. But life gets in the way, sometimes in the form of injuries and pain, sometimes due to boredom and general lack of motivation. Hopefully the variety of stories below will provide you with some […]
FRANKiE4 Footwear; fashionable comfortable summer shoes for women
If you are looking for fashionable summer shoes you really can’t go past the FRANKiE4 Footwear range – sandals, sneakers and slides, flats and heels, they are all there. If you have been following me on social media or this blog, you will already know that I am a huge fan of FRANKiE4 Footwear and […]
Top tips for saving for retirement – ways to save money and create security
There are many ways to save for retirement and the best ways are as individual as you are. We asked some colleagues for their advice – here are their tips. We always recommend that you start with a clear sense of how you want your life to be in retirement – then you have the […]
Planning a trip to Barcelona; what to see and do
If you are planning a trip to Barcelona, you are about to visit one of the most culturally enriching cities we have been privileged to stay in. Find out what to see and do in this amazing City. Our 5 days exploring Barcelona We arrived in Barcelona at 8.30 pm on Saturday October 2nd, 2017 […]