Solo Travel, Identity & Embracing the Unexpected with Bestselling Author & Former Iceland First Lady Eliza Reid

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What does it take to leave everything familiar behind and build an extraordinary life in a new country? In this inspiring episode of JourneyWoman's Ageless Adventuress Travel Podcast, host Kathy Buckworth sits down with Eliza Reid, Canadian-born bestselling author, celebrated public speaker, and former First Lady of Iceland, for a conversation that is equal parts wanderlust and wisdom. Eliza opens up about her remarkable journey from backpacking adventurer to living life on the world stage, and what travel has taught her about identity, reinvention, and embracing the unexpected. Takeaways * The hilarious (and very valid) reason her husband never took her to Paris for her 40th birthday and how Paris showed up anyway * What it's really like to be First Lady of Iceland * From cashing in her stock options to hopping the Trans-Siberian Railway: her epic 100-day solo trip through Russia, Central Asia, Mongolia, Japan, and Southeast Asia, and why she did it completely alone * The concept of a "patchwork security quilt" * Her carry-on only packing strategy, homemade porridge packets, and a spork, the travel tip nobody saw coming Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Eliza Reid and Her Journey 02:55 Identity and Self-Description 06:01 The Role of First Lady: A Unique Experience 09:07 Travel Dreams and Unexpected Turns 12:06 Making the Most of Opportunities 14:52 The Importance of Solo Travel 18:05 Eliza's Big Travel Plan 21:09 Connecting Through Travel Experiences 23:58 Exploring West Africa: A Solo Adventure 25:38 Exploring Travel Preferences and Planning 27:31 Embracing Life's Patchwork of Experiences 30:14 Contrasting Travel Styles: Backpacking vs. First Lady 35:21 The Iceland Writers' Retreat: A Creative Journey 42:13 Travel Tips and Personal Insights About Our GuestEliza Reid is a bestselling writer, public speaker, gender equality advocate, cofounder of the acclaimed Iceland Writers Retreat [https://icelandwritersretreat.com/], and former first lady of Iceland. She was born and raised in Canada but has lived in Iceland for over twenty years. Her memoir The First Lady Next Door: A Memoir of Iceland, Identity, and Unexpected Adventure [https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/The-First-Lady-Next-Door/Eliza-Reid/9781668096482] came out in spring 2026. Instagram: @elizajeanreid [https://www.instagram.com/elizajeanreid/] About the Podcast The JourneyWoman Ageless Adventuress Travel Podcast is for women 50+ who see travel not as a luxury, but as a way of life. Each month, host Kathy Buckworth, award-winning Canadian writer, broadcaster and media personality, sits down with inspiring women, trailblazing celebrities, and travel experts to explore what it truly means to travel boldly, and age even more boldly. Whether you're planning your next solo adventure, searching for meaningful connections, or simply ready to embrace the world on your own terms, this is your community. 🌍 More at: https://journeywoman.com/ageless-adventuress-travel-podcast/ [https://journeywoman.com/ageless-adventuress-travel-podcast/] 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bjH93bnuMsZ1fC24jk1n3 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0bjH93bnuMsZ1fC24jk1n3] This podcast is produced in partnership with Globus Escapes, a Switzerland-based, family-owned travel company. Globus Escapes offers curated trips for women and designed for the non-peak travel season.

Around the World in 80 Days: A Journey of Friendship with The Traveling Nanas

In this episode of JourneyWoman's Ageless Adventuress Travel Podcast, host Kathy Buckworth speaks with Ellie Hamby and Sandy Heslip, two adventurous women over 80 who have travelled to nearly 50 countries together. They share their experiences, insights on travel, and the importance of friendship and cultural immersion. The conversation highlights their journey around the world in 80 days, their adventures in Egypt, and valuable travel tips for older women. The episode emphasizes the joy of human connection and encourages listeners to embrace travel as a means of self-discovery and adventure at any age. Takeaways * Travel is a powerful tool for self-discovery. * Friendship can blossom at any age. * It's never too late to start your travel journey. * Cultural immersion enhances the travel experience. * Travelling on a budget can lead to unique experiences. * Saying yes to life opens doors to new adventures. * Human connection transcends cultural and political divides. * Travelling together strengthens bonds of friendship. * Planning ahead can save money and enhance experiences. * Embrace challenges as part of the travel journey. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ageless Adventures 02:40 Travelling Together: A Journey of Friendship 06:25 Around the World in 80 Days: The Concept 07:57 Exploring Egypt: Highlights and Experiences 15:50 Cultural Immersion and Food Adventures 17:19 Travel Tips for Older Women 19:16 The Importance of Human Connection in Travel 20:12 Hot Flash Round: Quick Travel Tips About the Traveling Nanas: Their book, Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas, [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/753976/here-we-go-by-eleanor-hamby-and-dr-sandra-hazelip-with-elisa-petrini/] invites readers to share those stories and invite you to discover their own adventures. Dr. Sandy, as many of her patients call her, now limits her practice to patients who are residents in long term care facilities and hospice care. She enjoys the challenges of geriatric patients and feels the Lord has called her to work with the very frail and fragile patients who are in the "November and December" of their lives. She has served in the past as president of the Texas Geriatric Society. She currently serves as the Medical Director for Windcrest Health and Rehab and she is one of the physicians for Hospice of the Big Country. But Dr. Sandy wears other hats besides her "doctor" hat. She is a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother. She is also a widow. The love of her life, her husband, Don Hazelip, died 20 years ago. She is also a published author and lecturer and has spoken in the United States, China, Germany, Croatia, Romania, Russia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Zambia on women's health issues. She also has participated in and taught Bible lessons for Ladies' Retreats in those countries. One of her greatest joys has been the experience of taking her grandchildren on short term mission trips during the past 18 years to Zambia, Russia, China, Cambodia, and Romania. But let me give you fair warning, do not ask her about her four "youngest" grandchildren, who are all adopted from China, unless you have a lot of time to hear all about "how cute, smart, and wonderful they are." Ellie Hamby lives in Abilene, Texas and is an international documentary photographer. She has traveled to 107 countries and all seven continents "always with my camera at my side." She speaks about photography and her photographs have been featured in magazines, brochures and exhibitions both in the United States and Africa. Her international business, Photos by Ellie, features her photographs on postcards, bookmarks, and note cards. Currently she serves as a Director of Zambia Medical Mission. This medical mission takes place in the country of Zambia every July and provides medical care in very remote areas to approximately 13,000 Zambians over a two-week period of time. Ellie maintains a home in Namwianga, Zambia and continues to return there several times each year to help oversee the work of Zambia Mission, which includes schools, a hospital, a radio station and several orphanages. She serves on the board of Zambia Mission. Ellie has three children who have blessed with grandchildren. About the Podcast The JourneyWoman Ageless Adventuress Travel Podcast is for women 50+ who see travel not as a luxury, but as a way of life. Each month, host Kathy Buckworth, award-winning Canadian writer, broadcaster and media personality, sits down with inspiring women, trailblazing celebrities, and travel experts to explore what it truly means to travel boldly, and age even more boldly. Whether you're planning your next solo adventure, searching for meaningful connections, or simply ready to embrace the world on your own terms, this is your community. 🌍 More at: https://journeywoman.com/ageless-adventuress-travel-podcast/ [https://journeywoman.com/ageless-adventuress-travel-podcast/] 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bjH93bnuMsZ1fC24jk1n3 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0bjH93bnuMsZ1fC24jk1n3] This podcast is produced in partnership with Globus Escapes, a Switzerland-based, family-owned travel company. Globus Escapes offers curated trips for women and designed for the non-peak travel season. About JourneyWoman Founded in 1994, JourneyWoman is the world's first solo female travel resource and one of the most trusted travel brands for women. The platform publishes award-winning editorial for women 50+, written by women who have personally visited every destination they recommend. JourneyWoman also hosts the JourneyWoman Travel Directory — a free service offering hundreds of curated, women-friendly tours, retreats, small ships, and accommodations, with a focus on supporting women-owned travel businesses. The solo female travel market for women over 50 in North America is valued at $245 billion USD/CAD combined... and it is growing. 💻 Visit our website: https://journeywoman.com [https://journeywoman.com]

3. mar. 202628 min

Solo Travel, Identity & Embracing the Unexpected with Bestselling Author & Former Iceland First Lady Eliza Reid

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