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Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas
It's Never Too Late for the Next Act
When Ellie and Sandy met after becoming empty-nesters and then widows, their late-in-life friendship blew open a new, exciting chapter of living fearlessly and adventurously. But they never could’ve imagined it would also propel them—in their 80s—to accidental fame, going viral on social media as the ‘travelling grannies,’ inspiring people young and old across cultures when they went around the world in 80 days. While still working full-time, they’ve adventured the world for decades—always on the unbeaten path and a budget ($29.00/per night.) Their adventures transformed their outlooks, galvanized and deepened their friendship and their faith, and instilled a positivity that has proven wildly contagious. They’ve found purpose in the fact that people around the globe are inspired by their friendship and wrote this book to share their adventures with readers and to invite them to make their own.
From the icy shores of Antarctica, the deep bush in Zambia on Medical Missions (without electricity or plumbing, just the restorative power of meaningful service and human connection), to the breathtaking night sky above the Syrian desert, life on the road has gifted Ellie and Sandy essential wisdom. Here We Go expands on the joyous message of hope that launched them into the spotlight, delivering tales of their exploits, advice and inspiration for anyone who aims to live with grace and gusto, connect authentically with others despite differences, and embrace our potential for joy and love.
To quote Ellie and Sandy, “Make some plans and live!”
When Ellie and Sandy met after becoming empty-nesters and then widows, their late-in-life friendship blew open a new, exciting chapter of living fearlessly and adventurously. But they never could’ve imagined it would also propel them—in their 80s—to accidental fame, going viral on social media as the ‘travelling grannies,’ inspiring people young and old across cultures when they went around the world in 80 days. While still working full-time, they’ve adventured the world for decades—always on the unbeaten path and a budget ($29.00/per night.) Their adventures transformed their outlooks, galvanized and deepened their friendship and their faith, and instilled a positivity that has proven wildly contagious. They’ve found purpose in the fact that people around the globe are inspired by their friendship and wrote this book to share their adventures with readers and to invite them to make their own.
From the icy shores of Antarctica, the deep bush in Zambia on Medical Missions (without electricity or plumbing, just the restorative power of meaningful service and human connection), to the breathtaking night sky above the Syrian desert, life on the road has gifted Ellie and Sandy essential wisdom. Here We Go expands on the joyous message of hope that launched them into the spotlight, delivering tales of their exploits, advice and inspiration for anyone who aims to live with grace and gusto, connect authentically with others despite differences, and embrace our potential for joy and love.
To quote Ellie and Sandy, “Make some plans and live!”
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Published September 16, 2025
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August 2, 2025
Book Review: Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas by Eleanor Hamby & Sandra Hazelip
Rating: 4.5/5
A Testament to Late-Life Reinvention
Here We Go is a radiant celebration of resilience, friendship, and the audacity to pursue adventure at any age. Eleanor “Ellie” Hamby (an 80-year-old documentary photographer) and Dr. Sandra “Sandy” Hazelip (a geriatrician) redefine aging through their globe-trotting escapades, from Antarctica’s icy expanses to the Syrian desert’s starry skies. Their story—born from a serendipitous friendship forged in widowhood—transcends travelogue tropes, offering a manifesto for living with purpose and joy.
Reading this book felt like sharing a cup of tea with two wise, whip-smart grandmothers who’ve seen the world. Their chapter on navigating the Grand Canyon’s trails at 80—defying societal expectations of fragility—left me awestruck. The authors’ candidness about grief (losing spouses) and their refusal to let loss define them resonated deeply. One passage, where Sandy describes holding a Cambodian orphan’s hand during a medical mission, brought me to tears—not just for its tenderness, but for its proof that empathy transcends age.
Yet, the book’s greatest strength is its tonal balance: it’s neither saccharine nor preachy. Ellie’s wry humor (I packed my walker—just in case the pyramids were slippery) tempers Sandy’s poignant reflections on mortality.
Constructive Criticism
While the book’s episodic structure mirrors their spontaneous travels, some chapters lack thematic depth. The Syria segment, for instance, glosses over geopolitical complexities in favor of awe-struck descriptions of landscapes. A deeper exploration of how they navigated cultural barriers (beyond the assumption that smiling solves everything) would have enriched their cross-cultural message. Additionally, the faith-based reflections, though organic to their journey, might alienate secular readers seeking purely adventure-driven narratives.
Summary Takeaways:
- Here We Go is Eat Pray Love meets Thelma & Louise—with AARP cards and twice the wisdom.
- Proof that wanderlust has no expiration date—and friendship is the ultimate passport.
- A masterclass in aging audaciously, packed with laugh-out-loud mishaps and tear-jerking triumphs.
- For fans of Wild and Tuesdays with Morrie—a roadmap to living fully, no matter your age.
Gratitude
Thank you to Edelweiss and Penguin Random House for the review copy. Ellie and Sandy’s story is a gift—one that recalibrates our cultural obsession with youth and redefines what it means to thrive.
Final Verdict: A buoyant, big-hearted memoir that marries adventure with existential wisdom. Its minor flaws fade against its luminous message: Life’s second act can be its most dazzling. Essential for readers seeking inspiration across generations.
Why Read It? To remember that the best stories aren’t just about places—they’re about the people who dare to explore them, wrinkles and all.
Rating: 4.5/5
A Testament to Late-Life Reinvention
Here We Go is a radiant celebration of resilience, friendship, and the audacity to pursue adventure at any age. Eleanor “Ellie” Hamby (an 80-year-old documentary photographer) and Dr. Sandra “Sandy” Hazelip (a geriatrician) redefine aging through their globe-trotting escapades, from Antarctica’s icy expanses to the Syrian desert’s starry skies. Their story—born from a serendipitous friendship forged in widowhood—transcends travelogue tropes, offering a manifesto for living with purpose and joy.
Reading this book felt like sharing a cup of tea with two wise, whip-smart grandmothers who’ve seen the world. Their chapter on navigating the Grand Canyon’s trails at 80—defying societal expectations of fragility—left me awestruck. The authors’ candidness about grief (losing spouses) and their refusal to let loss define them resonated deeply. One passage, where Sandy describes holding a Cambodian orphan’s hand during a medical mission, brought me to tears—not just for its tenderness, but for its proof that empathy transcends age.
Yet, the book’s greatest strength is its tonal balance: it’s neither saccharine nor preachy. Ellie’s wry humor (I packed my walker—just in case the pyramids were slippery) tempers Sandy’s poignant reflections on mortality.
Constructive Criticism
While the book’s episodic structure mirrors their spontaneous travels, some chapters lack thematic depth. The Syria segment, for instance, glosses over geopolitical complexities in favor of awe-struck descriptions of landscapes. A deeper exploration of how they navigated cultural barriers (beyond the assumption that smiling solves everything) would have enriched their cross-cultural message. Additionally, the faith-based reflections, though organic to their journey, might alienate secular readers seeking purely adventure-driven narratives.
Summary Takeaways:
- Here We Go is Eat Pray Love meets Thelma & Louise—with AARP cards and twice the wisdom.
- Proof that wanderlust has no expiration date—and friendship is the ultimate passport.
- A masterclass in aging audaciously, packed with laugh-out-loud mishaps and tear-jerking triumphs.
- For fans of Wild and Tuesdays with Morrie—a roadmap to living fully, no matter your age.
Gratitude
Thank you to Edelweiss and Penguin Random House for the review copy. Ellie and Sandy’s story is a gift—one that recalibrates our cultural obsession with youth and redefines what it means to thrive.
Final Verdict: A buoyant, big-hearted memoir that marries adventure with existential wisdom. Its minor flaws fade against its luminous message: Life’s second act can be its most dazzling. Essential for readers seeking inspiration across generations.
Why Read It? To remember that the best stories aren’t just about places—they’re about the people who dare to explore them, wrinkles and all.
November 10, 2025
Eleanor Hamby and Dr. Sandra Hazelip (both b. 1941) briefly became TikTok famous as the traveling nanas for media coverage surrounding their "around the world in 80 days"-inspired trip in 2022 (a trip that was planned for 2021 when both women turned 80, but needed to be postponed due to COVID). I listened the audiobook version of their 2025 travelogue, written alongside Elisa Petrini, in which both Hamby and Hazelip share narration duties.
I did find this travelogue/memoir overall to be quite interesting, rich in personality, and inspirational (especially in a How to Retire and Not Die sense). Hamby and Hazelip share some autobiographical details - both women hail from Texas, were teen brides and mothers by the late 1950s, and spent their 20s and 30s raising their families, with Hazelip becoming a doctor of osteopathy (DO) in her 40s and having a fulfilling career as a geriatrician, and Hamby discovering a talent for photography (which she continued to hone in her subsequent travels). Hamby and Hazelip met in their 60s in the context of international mission work in Zambia, and when both women became widowed, they bonded over their love of budget travel and have been travel buddies for decades. The first half of the book details some particularly memorable trips the women took together in their sixties and seventies, including a harrowing trip to Syria in 2011 at the onset of the Syrian Revolution. The second half of the book focuses on their 80 day trip in 2022 where they visited all seven continents including Antarctica, staying in hostels and other budget accomodations and traveling preferentially by trains, buses, and boats, and squeezing in as much adventure as possible.
This travelogue is fast-paced, tends to skim over details, and often puts and overly positive or simplistic spin on a lot of delicate sociocultural issues the two women encountered over their decades traveling together. Still, it's a remarkable story, and I marvel at their energy levels, enthusiasm, and adventurousness. Hamby and Hazelip explained that they're such good travel companions because they're both fairly laid back, go-with-the-flow types, low maintenance when it comes to packing and accomodations, willing to eat and try pretty much anything, and good at staying positive and laughing off their mistakes. (By contrast, I'm much more like the woman in this comedy sketch when it comes to travel, so I enjoy watching vicariously from the sidelines.)
Further reading: global/intercontinental travel over time
Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland's History-Making Race Around the World by Matthew Goodman
The Race to the Future: 8,000 Miles to Paris―The Adventure That Accelerated the Twentieth Century by Kassia St. Clair
The Great Air Race: Glory, Tragedy, and the Dawn of American Aviation by John Lancaster
My statistics:
Book 338 for 2025
Book 2264 cumulatively
I did find this travelogue/memoir overall to be quite interesting, rich in personality, and inspirational (especially in a How to Retire and Not Die sense). Hamby and Hazelip share some autobiographical details - both women hail from Texas, were teen brides and mothers by the late 1950s, and spent their 20s and 30s raising their families, with Hazelip becoming a doctor of osteopathy (DO) in her 40s and having a fulfilling career as a geriatrician, and Hamby discovering a talent for photography (which she continued to hone in her subsequent travels). Hamby and Hazelip met in their 60s in the context of international mission work in Zambia, and when both women became widowed, they bonded over their love of budget travel and have been travel buddies for decades. The first half of the book details some particularly memorable trips the women took together in their sixties and seventies, including a harrowing trip to Syria in 2011 at the onset of the Syrian Revolution. The second half of the book focuses on their 80 day trip in 2022 where they visited all seven continents including Antarctica, staying in hostels and other budget accomodations and traveling preferentially by trains, buses, and boats, and squeezing in as much adventure as possible.
This travelogue is fast-paced, tends to skim over details, and often puts and overly positive or simplistic spin on a lot of delicate sociocultural issues the two women encountered over their decades traveling together. Still, it's a remarkable story, and I marvel at their energy levels, enthusiasm, and adventurousness. Hamby and Hazelip explained that they're such good travel companions because they're both fairly laid back, go-with-the-flow types, low maintenance when it comes to packing and accomodations, willing to eat and try pretty much anything, and good at staying positive and laughing off their mistakes. (By contrast, I'm much more like the woman in this comedy sketch when it comes to travel, so I enjoy watching vicariously from the sidelines.)
Further reading: global/intercontinental travel over time
Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland's History-Making Race Around the World by Matthew Goodman
The Race to the Future: 8,000 Miles to Paris―The Adventure That Accelerated the Twentieth Century by Kassia St. Clair
The Great Air Race: Glory, Tragedy, and the Dawn of American Aviation by John Lancaster
My statistics:
Book 338 for 2025
Book 2264 cumulatively
August 29, 2025
This was a delightful, inspiring read. I could add that it includes the story of two world-traveling octogenarian best friends and you all would probably be set to add it to your TBR. 🙂 But I’d like say a little more.
🗺️ As an enthusiastic traveler in her 50s with lots of international destinations on my bucket list (and some hesitation about how well I’ll travel as I age), I knew I had to read this book.
I knew I’d be fascinated and likely learn more than a few travel tips, but I didn’t expect how much more I’d get, and I didn’t anticipate how much I’d be reminded of my own grandmother as I read.
❤️ My Nana was an incredible person, doing yard work, volunteering, and taking trips into her 90s. She flew in a plane for the first time at age 90. There is no way to describe how much I admired and learned from her. She didn’t travel internationally so at first it didn’t occur to me how much she had in common with Ellie and Sandy.
✨The comparisons and the joy in reading this book didn’t stop there. In addition to their travel report, the authors tell the story of their friendship and give a look at their backgrounds, inspirations, and motivations. Along the way, they definitely deliver on the promised lessons on living fearlessly.
🌍Ellie and Sandy became friends through medical mission work in Zambia and share the desire to make a difference in the world in addition to their love of travel. Nothing stops them for long. Not grief (both are widowed), not finishing medical school at 43 (Sandy), not language barriers, not a sore hip, not being stranded in the middle of nowhere. Their philosophy to “Just Say Yes” to adventures (within reason) is one of my favorite lessons they share.
I want to be active, adventurous, and a contributing citizen for many years to come, and these Traveling Nanas show me that it’s possible. They inspire me to keep my dreams. Just like my Nana did and still does.
Thank you Viking Penguin & NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!
🗺️ As an enthusiastic traveler in her 50s with lots of international destinations on my bucket list (and some hesitation about how well I’ll travel as I age), I knew I had to read this book.
I knew I’d be fascinated and likely learn more than a few travel tips, but I didn’t expect how much more I’d get, and I didn’t anticipate how much I’d be reminded of my own grandmother as I read.
❤️ My Nana was an incredible person, doing yard work, volunteering, and taking trips into her 90s. She flew in a plane for the first time at age 90. There is no way to describe how much I admired and learned from her. She didn’t travel internationally so at first it didn’t occur to me how much she had in common with Ellie and Sandy.
✨The comparisons and the joy in reading this book didn’t stop there. In addition to their travel report, the authors tell the story of their friendship and give a look at their backgrounds, inspirations, and motivations. Along the way, they definitely deliver on the promised lessons on living fearlessly.
🌍Ellie and Sandy became friends through medical mission work in Zambia and share the desire to make a difference in the world in addition to their love of travel. Nothing stops them for long. Not grief (both are widowed), not finishing medical school at 43 (Sandy), not language barriers, not a sore hip, not being stranded in the middle of nowhere. Their philosophy to “Just Say Yes” to adventures (within reason) is one of my favorite lessons they share.
I want to be active, adventurous, and a contributing citizen for many years to come, and these Traveling Nanas show me that it’s possible. They inspire me to keep my dreams. Just like my Nana did and still does.
Thank you Viking Penguin & NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!
November 29, 2025
This is such an inspirational book and I'm surprised I'd never heard of the Tik Tok Traveling Grannies! It was refreshing to read about not only their amazing travels and adventures, but also how they continue to work and contribute into their 80s.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone who needs a little inspiration and encouragement to get out and see some of the world's magnificent sites. This book is not just about travel, though, it is about continuing to learn new things, have new experiences, and connect with people even as octogenarians.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone who needs a little inspiration and encouragement to get out and see some of the world's magnificent sites. This book is not just about travel, though, it is about continuing to learn new things, have new experiences, and connect with people even as octogenarians.
October 28, 2025
This was the best book I've read in a long time! These two women have been so inspirational to so many including myself and my daughter-in-law who read this with me. I've carried their mindset for a while now so this just got me all fired up once again (I'm only 59!). They are learned, mission-minded, and especially in the day and age we live in, respectful to all peoples. That is so important. They obviously have their beliefs, but they were so open to all of the different cultures they experienced, that it really made an impact on me. I love their mantras of '82 and not through', 83 and more to see, etc. Apparently their next adventure will be a book tour so I'll be keeping my eyes open for it to be somewhere I might be able to get to. The only reason it did not get 5 stars, is that they teased the reader all through the book with Ellie being a photographer taking all kinds of beautiful photos I was looking forward to seeing. None were included in the book and I have not found them on their website either. Do yourself a favor and read this book. It will put a smile on your face and inspire you to get out there and see the world.
November 7, 2025
I picked this because I’m launching a project about saying yes to new experiences, and two women in their 80s deciding to hit every continent in 80 days felt like the perfect companion listen. I pressed play with zero expectations, and I ended up grinning, tearing up, and cheering for them the whole way.
What won me over most was their friendship. The easy banter, the steady care, and the way they keep nudging each other past the edge of comfort. City after city, they meet people with humility and curiosity, honoring local customs and letting each place change them.
A quick note for fellow planners: this is not a step-by-step guidebook. It is a memoir of motion and meaning. The sparks are everywhere. Moments of fear turn into laughter, strangers turn into friends, and small acts of bravery stack up into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
I finished feeling braver too. Not to copy their route, but to keep collecting my own firsts. Highly recommend if you need proof that adventure has no age limit. As I kick off my “Fifty by 50 Challenge” blog, this was exactly the fuel I needed!
What won me over most was their friendship. The easy banter, the steady care, and the way they keep nudging each other past the edge of comfort. City after city, they meet people with humility and curiosity, honoring local customs and letting each place change them.
A quick note for fellow planners: this is not a step-by-step guidebook. It is a memoir of motion and meaning. The sparks are everywhere. Moments of fear turn into laughter, strangers turn into friends, and small acts of bravery stack up into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
I finished feeling braver too. Not to copy their route, but to keep collecting my own firsts. Highly recommend if you need proof that adventure has no age limit. As I kick off my “Fifty by 50 Challenge” blog, this was exactly the fuel I needed!
November 19, 2025
Inspirational women who are aging with vibrancy and purpose. Their 80 days of travel was filled with good luck, friendship, and lovely memories. I just wish the book had included photographs (especially of Ellie’s sunrises).
December 29, 2025
I’ve followed this story since they started posting on Tik Tok and love that they put their adventures in to words!
November 21, 2025
Loved the stories of these incredible women! Makes me want to book a flight somewhere asap
October 30, 2025
You have to admire two octogenarians brave enough to get on board planes, trains, boats, buses, and a few less familiar vehicles as they travel around the word, literally. This is certainly a book about travel, but it's much more. Dr. Sandra Hazelip and Eleanor Hamby are dear friends who found each other later in life. Both women are widows who are committed to their Texas roots and their Christian faith, but they don't throw it in the reader's face. In fact, it seems to me that their travels have probably expanded their awareness and appreciation for other faith traditions. They always speak respectfully of religious practices and customs from other countries that aren't predominately Christian.
The authors are quite adorable in some ways. They are grounded and confident. They can laugh at themselves but know when to be serious. They project a type of sweet innocence but are obviously tough as nails when necessary. They are well informed but never tedious in talking about their many adventures. They are extremely charitable and have served as overseas missionaries providing healthcare and other services to some of the poorest people on the planet. Above all, they know how to have fun, even in some of the most harrowing and difficult circumstances. It's cliche to say, but they are very good at rolling with the punches. Their travels have garnered interest from reporters and writers around the world, giving them a type of celebrity status. Sometimes the notoriety causes stress, but deep down, I think they enjoy it.
The authors are quite adorable in some ways. They are grounded and confident. They can laugh at themselves but know when to be serious. They project a type of sweet innocence but are obviously tough as nails when necessary. They are well informed but never tedious in talking about their many adventures. They are extremely charitable and have served as overseas missionaries providing healthcare and other services to some of the poorest people on the planet. Above all, they know how to have fun, even in some of the most harrowing and difficult circumstances. It's cliche to say, but they are very good at rolling with the punches. Their travels have garnered interest from reporters and writers around the world, giving them a type of celebrity status. Sometimes the notoriety causes stress, but deep down, I think they enjoy it.
September 21, 2025
Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from 2 Traveling Nanas is a warm, spirited blend of memoir and inspiration, offering readers a front-row seat to two grandmothers’ adventures across the globe and the wisdom they collect along the way. With humor, honesty, and a zest for discovery, the authors weave stories that are as much about embracing new cultures as they are about embracing courage in everyday life. Their message is clear and uplifting: it’s never too late to step outside your comfort zone, savor the moment, and live with boldness. This book is a joyful reminder that fearlessness isn’t about being without fear—it’s about moving forward anyway, with laughter and love as your compass.
December 23, 2025
4 1/2 stars. How could I not love this book? Two 81 year olds traveling around the world in 80 days! Even though it was basically an autobiography and travel journey, I devoured this book enjoying all the places the authors went and the adventures they had and I was green with envy. I loved that they didn’t just hit the “easy” countries but traveled to countries more challenging and took trains and stayed in local or budget accommodations. It is just the kind of travel I enjoy. I loved that they highlighted not only the awe inspiring moments, but also the kindness of people they met and the challenges they faced. And they discussed their friendship.
Later, I checked their Instagram; I had in my mind a couple of kind of savoy, “tough” women, but they were seriously sweet Grannies! A fun read.
Later, I checked their Instagram; I had in my mind a couple of kind of savoy, “tough” women, but they were seriously sweet Grannies! A fun read.
November 29, 2025
Thank you to PRH for providing a copy of this audio. These nanas are so adventurous. They narrated the audio which makes it more authentic. Readers will have to look at their pics online too. They are such an inspiration. They are also volunteers in Africa. I had not heard of them since I don't often view social media. I do think their age actually made it a tad simpler while they traveled around the world. Sandy is a dr. so that is also a definite plus. Ellie also contributed with her pragmatism.
January 5, 2026
Listened to this audiobook in one day on double speed. Loved it! This book was absolutely delightful. Loving my dipping back in to non fiction books. Real life truly is more awesome than fiction. I found myself constantly worried for their safety and worried they may have been a bit naive. These two ladies are smart, witty and amazing. No fear. Truly inspiring to me. While most of their 80 year old cohorts are hiding in their homes really not living and waiting to die.....these 2 are truly living. I also learned a lot of things about the world and their travels. I recommend!
October 26, 2025
Had to skim read, guess not as interested in their 80/Days travel around the world as their being in their 80’s while doing it.
Loved that Sandy started college & med school @34, with a husband & children, his being her biggest supporter! For that generation, amazing. Females were wife’s/mothers only for the most part. Remarkable/brave women, remarkable lives!
Loved that Sandy started college & med school @34, with a husband & children, his being her biggest supporter! For that generation, amazing. Females were wife’s/mothers only for the most part. Remarkable/brave women, remarkable lives!
November 12, 2025
Highly recommend giving a listen on audio! These ladies are a hoot. So much fun to hear their stories individually and how they forged a special friendship after their husband’s passed. Even in their early 80s, they are traveling the world and proving age is but a number. Really enjoyed listening in on their adventures all over the world!
December 30, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about their traveling adventures and admire their budget-friendly ways of traveling the world. I also enjoy how open they are to getting to know people from other cultures and making new friends. Throughout the book, they describe SO MANY cool sounding photographs they took - I was disappointed that the book did not include a single photograph from their travels.
September 19, 2025
3.5 stars. Admire these ladies. Part of the books were very well written and captured the sentiment they were trying to get across quiet eloquently, other parts read like a third grader's essay. Could have used a stronger editor but the story itself is a quick and touching read.
November 6, 2025
So interesting to read about all of the places these friends have been and how they connect with those they met along the way. Both educational and heartwarming. I really enjoyed reading about their adventures.
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November 8, 2025Loved this true story of 81 year old friends who did an 80 day trip around the world. I love to travel so loved all those details but really loved how inspiring they were with their attitude on life and staying young.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
January 5, 2026
Sweet story of two friends that decide to travel the world together later in life.
Some of the chapters flowed better than others. I loved that they started by describing how they met and background on the charity work that brought them together.
I won this in one of the giveaways.
Some of the chapters flowed better than others. I loved that they started by describing how they met and background on the charity work that brought them together.
I won this in one of the giveaways.
January 6, 2026
Fun to read and inspiring in several ways. They're women of faith in people and in themselves and travel for the cultural experiences as best they can on the cheap. Which appeals to me! But I think they throw caution to the wind a bit much sometimes in their trip.
October 11, 2025
Interesting book that inspires all to travel no matter your age!
October 11, 2025
Follow these ladies on social media and loved reading about their adventures!
October 15, 2025
What a fun read! If you've ever wanted to travel the world in 80 days this book makes you feel like you've done so.
October 22, 2025
Inspirational. These women are fearless. I enjoyed hearing all about their travels at 80. If you love travelogues, definitely read this.
November 2, 2025
Age is just a number. Life goals.
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November 14, 2025so cute
Want to read
December 5, 2025[Why it's To-Read: On BookBub's "10 Travelogues that will Whisk You Around the World"; and, where do two octogenarians get the energy for that much travel?]
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