My wife and I are both, just, retired physicians. We have put to rest 3 close relatives in the last 6 months including my wife’s younger brother. We also recently had COVID(fairly mild). Dwelling on dying is silly, BUT, preparation is priceless. By your late 50’s you should have wills, health care Proxies, and careful understanding of your financials by both parties, including written details. Yes , living healthy creates better odds, but ultimately we all die, and often one person in a couple dies substantially before the other. Also often one of the two will have poor health later in life which then means the couple can no longer do as much, even though one partner is still good. There are always exceptions, but on average many couples in their late 70’s and especially their 80’s, have at least one person with serious health issues or death. And you just don’t see many couples in their 90’s. The prime years are the 60’s and early 70’s. Which is a good reason to retire a little early, and do things while you can. Working longer to have more money may not be a wise tradeoff.
I have drawn up a FLOP, Financial Life on One Page. It includes: bank accounts, insurance, pensions, etc as well as passwords and a brief directive about end of life and and a funeral wish list.
I watched this video twice because it was so timely for my husband and I. We’re older than the both of you. I’m 61 and he’s 70. Saying that blows my mind, because we are young for our age. We both exercise daily and eat well. Neither of us have any major illnesses. But in the last couple of years we’ve seen that no matter how “healthy” you live, you physically decline. It’s just a fact. Just 2 weeks ago we did a “cheat sheet”. It’s really a “cheat book”. We listed all our money/investments, insurances, deeds, everything in a book with account numbers,passwords, amounts and so forth. We put wills, living wills, life insurance policies in this book. I have always handled the bills/finances. But I just handed in over to my husband to do, with me looking over his shoulder for a few months. So that he knows how things work. We even talked out the hard to speak about, what if one of us dies. What would the other do? Hard stuff to talk about after being a team for 42 years. But, it somehow has eased my worrier brain now that we’ve done it. Good to see you both up and about. Hope to meet you both someday in person. We can exchange gambling stories as we were professional gamblers in the US for 5 years. Wanna talk about worry? We aged 20 years in 5 years. Lol.
Glad to see you too! A suggestion when you first arrive in a country take that first day to catch your breath, get adjusted to the time change, no hustle. Look at the places you want to see, catch up on your emails, maybe do a zoom chat with friends and family have a dinner in your room depending on where you stay. Have a good nights sleep or sleep in!
You two look great. The best insurance to good health is a good diet. I am 70 and am in a fabulous place with my health thanks to respecting my temple it is the only place you have to live. Take care of yourself your health is a gift, it will allow you to fully enjoy your.life whatever age you may be.
I am so enjoying your videos. I am 72 with chronic pain...am looking forward to traveling as my mobility improves. I am blessed to be retired, and am listening carefully as you encounter surprise trials and tribulations.
It’s even scarier if you’re alone. About 5 years ago, I got food poisoning while traveling and thought “I could die in this Airbnb and no one would know until the cleaner comes at the end of the month.” I didn’t speak the language, knew no one in town and didn’t know how to call for help. I didn’t even know where the nearest hospital or clinic was located. My only emergency back-up was to contact my family back in the US and ask them to send help. Thankfully, I recovered in a couple of days, but I sometimes wonder what might have happened if I didn’t.
I know this is going to sound odd, but call a cab, check yourself into the nicest hotel with a restaurant and room service you can find. In our experience, the concierges have always been SOOOO HELPFUL! We have also relied on the kindness of our AIRBNB hosts, who have been over the top helpful.
Thanks for sharing your experiences. I suggest revising the name to Smart Sheet rather than "cheat sheet". No one want to be known for cheating. May you be happy and healthy.
I’m looking forward to see your cheat sheet. We need that as well. I so happy to see you both well again. There are so many things we need to improve ourselves as couple. Many thanks in advance. Take care and stay well.
We had to head back to Toronto last winter to deal with Tom's prostate cancer. Fortunately we were able to get all testing done and get accepted into a clinical trial for treatment. We're now spending the summer months in Montreal and are planning to spend the winter in Asia or Europe (not sure yet lol). So far, the treatment appears to be a success, but we will be getting tested every few months for the foreseeable future. It shows that although we travel full time, we also need to be vigilant about our health, and be flexible with our plans. So glad to hear that you're doing better now!
So glad you're both OK. I love the cheat sheet idea. My hub & I (Brits) retired to Spain 5 years ago and I keep thinking we need some kind of central information vehicle. The cheat sheet sounds perfect! I've just discovered your channel and love it. Keep up the good work. 👍
Great video. We are 6 weeks into a 6 month nomad travel and got Covid 3 weeks ago. The isolation is hard. We did the same thing, I got it 4 days before my husband and we tried to isolate from each other but we were in a one bedroom apartment. I am a worrier and he has underlying health conditions so I was very anxious about him getting it. I started questioning why were we doing this. On your cheat sheet should be local medical information. Honest communication with each other is important. The question should I worry about this is a great idea.
I'm 53 and encouraged at our similar ages and your ability to escape corporate life early! So glad to hear you voice how your 50s are physically. My mind feels like I'm late 20s and I have chronic back aches from being glued to my corp seat and pc screen for decades! So I'm always questioning well I'd feel better if I lost weight, exercised more...all true but the fact is the 50s do bring on tightness and less flexibility, aches in certain places where we never used to feel that. A time to help ensure we can maximize what we can to preserve health and movement in those future retirement phases.
1. You cannot plan for everything. 2. Risk mitigation is simply contingency - always have a plan B - worst case scenario that is being realistic. It's sod's law my dad called it. Have to agree with your Mrs prepare for the worst and pray for the best...digressing you guys are brilliant. Stay safe, get healthy, and all the best to you both. Remember you cannot plan everything, but you can prepare and know what your options are just in case that is information about where is the local hospital etc. You two are really capable! Complacency is simply overconfidence. Share information you are both reliant on each other. Health is number #1 simple as that.
Another excellent video guys. Happy to see you are both fighting fit again. Health is so incredibly important when travelling. We had to stop in 2018 when I came down with a viral infection, that took just on a year to recover from and 7 collective specialist working together in the UK. Our travels have now dramatically changed but we make it work and stick within our limitations. Your cheat sheet is a great idea, feel free to reach out privately if you like me to walk through what we have done.
What a relief to see the two of you together! Great to see you back Sarah! YES, on the cheat sheet. And there is an interesting correlation between poker and health. Obviously you achieved a high level of mastery through intelligence and practice, Neil. But with poker and health we know there is that element of chance that cannot be controlled. It is a variable that can be incredibly unfair (just like the fall of the cards), but we must deal with it nonetheless. You two are clearly very thoughtful and appropriately cautious, without letting it interfere with the pursuit of your dreams. As you point out, good health and financial planning are two foundational requirements for the path you have chosen. I admire how you manage both!
Hey Gordon! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment as ever. Really like how you put that, health and poker, a huge amount of chance involved in both of those isn't there. Love hearing from you in the comments, always so thoughtful. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
I love the idea of a cheat sheet. A list of everything that needs attention that cross references with a calendar so you can see your selves, your circumstances in one shot. Brilliant!!
Hey Francie! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! We are working on it at the moment, we will share it once it is done. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
My sister and I are retired and have been traveling since Sept 2020. We mostly stay places for one month to 6 weeks. We planned for phones, clothing, zoom calls, finances, etc but we did not expect to do a medical tour of the US and Europe. There's been covid, covid leftover chest infections, stomach flus, skin infections, broken ribs, broken toes, sprained ankles, skin rashes, allergic reactions - you name it. Almost every spot we stopped in involved a Dr. Appt. Some were easy, some harder, some pure PSTD. We feel your pain and agree that managing your health has to be an integral component of long-term travel. We are working on getting and staying physically stronger in order to carry on for as long as possible. We have gained help from our landlords, tour guides and sometimes Facebook groups, as well as hotels (even if we are not staying there the concierge is more than happy to suggest DR and hospitals.). We love listening to your videos. Thank you and hope the next several months are as good as they can be under the circumstances.
Regarding setting up a cheat sheet, there are lots of websites and blogs covering the topic of "home management," where they have suggestions and/or templates for what is generally known as a "Household Notebook." It's usually a 3-ring binder with pages of info that a whole family may need to access, such as contact info for doctors, vets, etc., prescriptions, due dates for bills, passwords, and task lists, or whatever!. Of course, you may not need a big 3-ring notebook, nor very many pages, but doing an internet search for the term "Household Notebook" will bring up a ton of results, many of which will probably give you a great ideas and a starting-off point to customize your own version. I keep a small accordion file that has a zipper all around it and keep my most important, most often accessed papers and checklists in that. Good luck!
I really like the idea of a household notebook that has all that in one place. We've been married over twent years (and I've been around more than twice that) and have just never been that organized.
Great vid. It's true, illness, even a cold can really take the wind out of your sail when travelling. We spent 3 months in Thailand earlier this year. From there we flew into Vietnam on a 30 day visa. On arrival we contracted a severe cold/flu virus. Combined, we were 'out' for 3 weeks. When that happens you really just want to be back home in familiar surroundings - not out hunting for medications in an unfamiliar city/town where you don't know the language, etc. We now make a habit of carrying various meds for a host of common ailments as well as a list of local hospitals/clinics with instructions in the local language of what we need in the event of an emergency. It also helps to know food/delivery apps so you can have food/stuff delivered easily.
Glad to see you both looking well. Complacency is something we all struggle with. I love this Jack Welsh quote "change before you have to". Our health is our wealth! Looking forward to your next video. Stay safe and healthy.
Use a 'point system' to tell each other how you are feeling physically, emotionally, etc. In the hospital, the staff sometimes asks patients if their pain level is a '2' or and '8' for example (on a 10 point scale) so that they know how much pain the patient is feeling and if they need pain relief after surgery, etc. This would be a fairly accurate way to determine if there is anything to be worried about/needs 'fixed'. Have a plan in place for when emergencies arise, whether it is financial, physical, environmental (flood, fire, etc) and review that plan from time to time so worrying is not the first response.
That is such a good idea. I did a trek to Everest base camp, and every morning and evening our guide would ask us rate out of 5, how we slept, how we were eating, how our stomach was, pain/headache, and general mood. From day 1 everyone was 5, so it really gave him a good benchmark and he got a really good idea of how everyone was going at altitude, rather than "Im OK!". Works really well.
Guys , you are both being a great inspiration! There are so many questions...specifically for the financial part. As to how much to calculate monthly for instance. Please share the cheat sheet , you are making a difference and I am grateful
Hey Mercedes! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Once the Cheat Sheet is done, we will share. Still refining it at the moment. Thank you so much for such a thoughtful comment. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
One needs to spend time maintaining as well as building a support network in retirement.This is also an important part of a healthy retirement life. No matter how great a planner one is, life can always throw a curveball so being appreciative of the "small" things every day, also helps.
You two are lovely. I’m so happy to see you living your life intentionally. I get happiness seeing you getting to do your thing. Happy and safe trekking!
Mexico will be my retirement destination. And it was in that search that I found you guys. But, I watch your channel for all the slow travel tips that can be used by anyone anywhere. Such as: don't be complacent, identity and banking tips, healthcare, budgeting and cell phone ideas (two cell phones each, really?). Cheers from Connecticut
Hey Mac! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment, great to see you in the comments. We are working on it and when it is ready we'll share! Best regards, Neil & Sarah
I finally gaves you guys a thumbs up. I've been watching your videos on and off for quite a while now and have always been struck by the different approach you both communicated. I absolutely loved this video. The forthrightness, the frankness - - I don't want to use the word "humility" - - the 'open' introspection is very refereshing. Perhaps it's a difference between our cultures, but I find that RUclipsrs are either too optimistic or pessimistic and shallow. I liked your directness and discussion of a deeper matter that reminds us to all think about the important things. I believe that what you brought to our attention appllies to non-travelers as well. Please keep it up - I'm now a bigger fan.
In terms of getting sick on the road I might suggest adding a cheat sheet that we use. I call it a protocol card. It so easy to forget what to take and when to take it when you get sick. So I have made several index cards with protocols on what medicine to take and when or to remind ourselves what RICE means when we hurt a muscle group. We travel with a small emergency supply of flu, cold, stomach problem meds as well as rash and muscle creams so we can start right away without searching for a pharmacy.
Glad to see Sarah feeling better. I would love to see your cheat sheet. This topic of declining health and availability to prescription meds is very concerning for me. Thanks for another informative video. Stay well !!
Hello, where to begin! Well let's me say I find what you doing is exceptional, inspiring and downright enviable. I watch with great interest as you make your journey and see myself doing if not the same something very close. Thank you for taking me along and please keep doing what you're doing. Terry
Hi Sarah and Neil, just popped in to see where you are. Looks beautiful! That kick volleyball looked amazing. Covid is exhausting, I'm coming out the other end now. Neil, you need to tell Sarah when you're not well. The cheat sheet sounds like a fantastic idea. I'm pretty sure almost all travelers make the same mistake, please take care of yourselves - Anne
I created a spreadsheet of all of the passwords on all of the accounts and phone numbers, account numbers and balances for all of the accounts. I update it regularly and store it on a thumb drive we keep in a safe place. Those dynamics can really make things challenging. We have similar ones in our relationship. One of us will fix anything with a roll of duct tape, the other of us insists on “doing it right the first time”. And we also have that worry one. Only need to have one worrier in the relationship 🤪
Certainly needed on your cheat sheet is the phone number for your country’s consulate in the country your visiting. So glad you’re both feeling better. 😊
Hey Mike! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Yes we are adding that kind of info to it too. Once it is complete, we will share in a future video for sure! Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Glad you're feeling better. Agree on the cheatsheet. We have a password protected document with all account numbers, passwords. Contact info for every account. But would love to see what else you guys add to yours in the event we're missing something. Last week my husband got covid and it was a real eye opener for all the things he does. Work was busy so I barely kept up. Go to work together on a cheatsheet when traveling so we'd each know what to do if the other wasn't able to help plan or make decisions
Guys! Since you are such a credible and realistic presenters, your title "got to change FAST!"?- I thought you faced disaster. I thought you needed me to come and help. Whew. Glad it is nothing of the sort- But you are always welcome in North Baja. Answer: I am retired as I am going to get. I'm build my portfolio, make new friends, work on my inventions and licensing agreements. I have more to offer others at this point in life than ever- I want to be out there constantly!! TY again!
Hi Guys, Great to see that Sarah is well again. Hope you get better soon too Neil. Health is the priority. We all know the right way to look after ourselves, the information is out there and healthcare and insurance will rise above inflation. The only way to minimize it is to live in moderation and exercise. The rest is in gods hands. Look forward to seeing the cheat sheets! Have a good weekend both.
Hey Mel! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Next weeks looks really interesting... editing at the moment. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Just going through COVID for the 2nd time in a year after being vaccinated and boosted twice. I have to say this 2nd round is simply a head cold and some fatigue so I’m grateful. The checklist is a great idea. I’m the travel arranger and since I’ve been sick, it has alerted us to the need to share this basic information on travel plans and insurance info. I keep a basic financial spreadsheet and have told our executor where to find it but I should also write down where to access it too for my spouse. We review it together on a regular basis but he never remembers where it’s located. Looking forward to seeing the checklist. Glad to see you both feeling better!
Yay! The Dynamic Duo is back. It's great to see Sarah again. I feel if one does not have their mobility or cognition there's no benefit to living longer. I feel as if I have an insurance policy with Bikram Yoga, but I need to practice regularly to keep everything in my body running optimally. I was emotionally ready to retire years before I was able to! I admire the way you two roll. Have you thought of doing a LIVE Q&A once a quarter? I would love that, and it would give you a week off of editing. I always look forward to your videos. Have a healthy and happy week!
Thank you for sharing your dynamic and conversation in dealing with a challenge. It kind of reminds me of “Two Sides of FI” in terms of the conversation. I’m the worrier too and completely opposite of Neil - I have to verbalize all discomforts so I can let go some of my worries. 😆 I’m happy you are both feeling better!
Hey Erin! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment as ever! Yes it is a challenge isn't it when we approach things differently to how our partners do, there is space for all approaches but it is important to actually give those time to breath. Sarah loves a good worry, it is probably the biggest difference between us and in many ways I think that worry in the moment can actually cause more problems. Take for example crossing busy roads in Thailand... Sarah can dither and actually make the process far more dangerous than it needs to be as a result of worry. But also, me not worrying can actually lead to other dangerous situations as I have a tendency to walk blindly into situations. Always work together, that's the most important thing isn't it. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Really interesting points made, especially for those of us around the same age and thinking of retiring in the not-so-distant future. I've only recently come to realise during the process of thinking of retiring that you need to be emotionally ready and to have a plan.
Hey Jo! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Really hope you enjoy next weeks video on this subject. Editing it at the moment and it looks like a good one. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
@@2GoRoam Looking forward to it. Work has dominated my life especially over the past 20 years so I know I'll have to ease myself out of it and have things to take it's place - travel top of the list :)
Fantastic... Travel is one of the most humbling and educational experiences of our lives. Sarah and I have learnt more about each other in the last year than we could have imagined.
Sarah so nice to see you again, and that fact you are both well again. Love your transparency both of you its so refreshing... Totally relate to the ageing process having been relatively fit all my life now at age 57 somethings are slowing down and it certainly can be a worry when thinking of travel. I have tried to eliminate as much as possible for when I leave NZ and once I arrive in Mexico will be making sure I have at hand certain help if needed and good insurance. However, I have also learnt you cannot eliminate everything -I have tossed up if I am actually mad doing what I am doing) Over the years I have used hospitals in far off lands and everything works out sometime better than when in New Zealand. As far as the cheat sheet I think it is a great idea for you both. As I am planning my exit from NZ I utilise a list of for and against and the what ifs as we know we can spend way to much time worrying about what wont actually happen I have learnt to deal with this unnecessary worries by up skilling my EQ, not all is tamed but I feel 90% of the time the worry factor is under control...I think I like what Peter stated below that not allowing worry to be the first response as it has become the default mood when something happens as its what you have always done this groove in the brain needs recharging with some truths for whatever the situation maybe.
The tiny Pringles! Here in Korea they are also so tiny compared to the US! We are glad you're both feeling better. Continue the fitness and healthy eating. If you're sitting around, don't. Great video 🤙
Nothing quite like a bout of illness to make you realise how important your health is 😀 Right now I’m supposed to be 4 months in to a year long overland trip from the UK to Thailand… I’m supposed to be in Kyrgyzstan, but I’m here in Lincoln and it was bad health that brought this on last year aged 55… I’m getting better now but it was a close thing that came out of the blue. Once you hit mid 50’s anything can happen so we have to take care of our health. That said a positive attitude and a sense of gratitude will go a long way.. Really pleased you’re both better and feeling well… I’m looking forward to seeing some of your videos of Thailand. Travel well guys.
Great to see you back up and about Sarah! I was thinking of you this week as I have been selling my beloved handbags….it’s been so hard parting with them and I can proudly say I have only kept 3 which I just couldn’t bare to part with. I remember in one of your videos I watched recently your struggle to part with your handbags too 🤣 must say though I’m kinda happy that that’s done and now to move onto the next cupboard of possessions to sell 😩
Hey Annette! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! That is lovely of you to remember be going through that. Interesting that you actually feel lighter of mind having removed them from your life. Hopefully those 3 that you have left provide you with real joy and that is what it is all about. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Great to to see you both looking well and feeling great again your right about the health side of things that's why if you are fortunate to be able to retire young take the chance and do it, because we never know what's round the corner . Jude and I retired at the end of 2019 when we were 53 then the pandemic hit so that stopped the planned travels ,so we said lets start traveling April this year the first trip was booked to Cuba in April then Jude tripped over a tree stump and broke her shoulder so Cuba got canceled and travel put on hold for a few months now we are 56 where did that time go we are hoping to get traveling in august and get some RUclips vids done for our channel keep safe Martin and Jude x
We would really appreciate a Cheat Sheet. We are always reassessing our travel plans. We have standard cheat sheets we always work from. We are interested to see yours, and to learn……Cheers from Canada Neil and Sarah!
Really glad you guys are back to your best, my Wife and I had the same thing straight after Covid getting ill again with something else 😫😫😫. Pretty new to watching you guys so on a binge mission, but really really loving watching and very interested as we're looking to do something similar in the future. My family went plant based a couple of years ago for health reasons so we would love to hear from you about plant based food options in the places you visit as we've really struggled with this outside of the UK. Keep up the great work guys 😁👍🏻
Glad you are both recovering and feeling better! Would like to see your cheat sheet. I imagine a cheat sheet would have account info, email and phone contacts for banks, credit cards, travel-related accounts (airbnb, airlines, etc), travel insurance. These things generally don't change between locations but are nice to have in one spot. Add to that local destination info on arrival, such as specific airbnb/lodging contacts, local consulate (US Citizens can register trip with STEP), nearby hospital address and emergency number, how to contact local police, expat groups/english speaking contacts.
I lived in India and Malaysia for 12 years. Plant based pretty OK there and Thailand. Sometimes in India people will think vegan is vegetarian so try to check if food cooked in ghee or milk/eggs added. Ditto Malaysia. In Thailand I'd try to zero in on vegan plants and learn how to negotiate vegan eg no oyster sauce/whatever in Thai. Good luck!
Hey Wity! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! What an incredible game that is eh, we loved watching them play! That cheatsheet... we're working on it, don't worry :-) Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Hey Isabelle! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Yes we are doing great, thank you for your concern. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
It is great to see you both feeling better 😀 I fell ill once in Yucatan, and I never felt so sick. Infected lymph node and you know that sick feeling like "uh oh, this is not good..." well that was me. I tried to push through it but 2 days in I asked my friends to take me to a Dr. Antibiotics kicked in quickly. It does feel scary to be weak and sick in a foreign country so I do sympathize with you both. As long as you have the cheat sheet, access to med care, cash & credit and if nec, understand the repatriation logistics (provided by your insurance) should you need to fly back to the UK, then. Arry on traveling. Take care guys, and thanks for sharing your situation with us.
I’m so very glad to see that both of you are feeling so much better! We missed you, Sarah. Isn’t it a wonderful thing, that when you e been married so long, you can still learn new things about each other and work together to solve different challenges that come up? When will y’all be able to leave Chang Mai and head to the islands like you planned? Always looking forward to the next video! ❤️
So happy to see the 2 of you feeling better. I was thinking that if it were me every time I would think of Thailand, I would be remembering "OMG we were so sick there." I almost want you to leave so some fun times can begin. I know it's not the country's fault but still....I guess since you live in the whole world, you're bound to get sick in even the most beautiful places. I hope that you are really feeling like yourselves. I wish the best for you both. I miss the teaser about where you may be going next.
Good video and you're right, health is a really important factor, especially when travelling abroad. I will definitely tune in (I feel 51 when I realise I'm still using those phrases!) to your next video as being psychologically prepared for retirement is a specific challenge for me and my partner. I'm more ready to stop work, I think my wife is more comfortable being kept busy and occupied in a job. Even though we have enough to retire, how do you make that leap?
Hi Neil and Sarah, Being ill at anytime is difficult, but away from “home” adds an isolation factor. No friends, no family and no familiar doctor or clinic. Add to that that male tendency of “play it down, probably nothing, give it time and it will go away” makes for a real challenge! Well you got through it! You did seek medical support and it has worked out. I am wondering though if what you have mentioned before about spending more time in places that you connect with has taken on even more importance? For example, San Miguel (I really like Queretaro) where you started to build some connections, could easily find a good doctor, and therefore feel less of the isolation factor. I am sure Thailand, Turkey and other places could be like that too. The other comment I have made before - disguised as a bit of banter is to lose UK (modern - Americans are even worse) eating and drinking habits. All the countries but the US will have helped but if you are still eating chips, you are not there yet! When we get old it is not just how long we live but the quality of those later years and the way we eat and drink (I would nag you on exercise but it looks like you both do quite well there) has a huge impact. I was married to an Italian and spent a good part of my career in Japan and Korea - so very positive influences on the way I eat! Anyway, keep the adventure going! You are still in the exploratory phase and I am sure there are many more countries you want to see! Cheers, Rod in Honolulu
Hey Nancy! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! We are working on the cheat sheet and will make available once ready. Sarah is doing great... phew! Best regards, Neil & Sarah
My wife was a worrier so i was careful to withhold some things from her. But not everything or she would worry about not having anything to worry about. Love your videos. And your English is really good. How long have you been learning English?
Hi, I'm enjoying watching your videos and I've often thought if I was travelling having the ability to play Texas hold 'em poker would give a skill I could play in different countries rather than nights with TV if I wasn't going out. Would you be able to do a video about how to improve at poker on the road e.g how to improve re you tube channels, books to buy, playing head to head with another person and good online poker sites. Enjoy your travels, Regards Phil
Hey fulmoonn! Thanks for getting in touch! This video was a huge challenge and we spent over 2 hours refining the sound in this one, but lessons have been learned. We have been making a video today and everything we thought about was clean sounds. You will see that one next week, let us know what you think. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
Thanks guys, I really like the idea of coming up with a plan if X happens. I don't see a link to what you guys came up with as a result. Can you point me in the right direction as to what you guys came up with?
Good to see you all doing better! Always find your topics interesting! Richard I had no idea you were a seasoned poker player! I bet that was a huge rush. I am interested in the cheat sheet. Definitely having a plan for when you may fall in. Can't wait for the next video! We are going to move to Mexico and do a bit of travel in Central /South America. My question to you is does this way of travel ever get old? Do you ever feel like wow I would like to take a break? I'm just curious when I've travelled I got so sick of eating out.
Great video guys! Glad Sarah is feeling better. It’s funny, I seem to have more and more in common with Neal. I was quite into poker myself also. Played a lot of cash games in the casinos in Edinburgh/ Newcastle. I know the feeling of not being able to fold queens but you learn that in some situations you have to 😅. Poker is a good game - needs some serious mental strategy!
Hey TBI! Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Welcome back to the comments, great to hear from you. That is really cool. It is a wonderful game to play eh! I miss it a lot. Best regards, Neil & Sarah
@@2GoRoam no problem. I’m still always watching just now always commenting 😆. Yeah poker is great. Only game I would play in a casino as I agree that there is a significant element of skill. I prefer the cash tables as I could leave whenever I wanted. Although big tournaments can win you a lot more money - they just take ages! 😆
What the easiest things to do especially in Thailand, is get yourselves on a vegetarian diet for 3 months. I am not a vegetarian but go on 3-month stints. Find yourselves a personal trainer to learn how to exercise properly and develop a routine, it’s truly about education. Start out with beginners Yoga, take some vegetarian Thai cooking classes. You’ve got the time to educate yourselves. I’ve done it on three 3 month trips in Kerala India and have an Ayurvedic Doctor for deep massage treatment with amazing results. Take the 20 LB 3 months challenge.
A year ago I tore my knee parking my motorcycle in soft grass, it went further over and had to use left leg to prop it back up, too much weight resulted in knee tear. So pre-op prep was to lose 15 - 20 lbs, veg and fruit diet, just to take the weight off in post op and I’m very glad that I prepared from the 20 lbs that I shed before and kept up with. I’d have lose another 20 lbs to be comfortable with my new knee. Since post - op pain 10 times worse than the injury, since I don’t do pain killers. They truly mask things when one should be totally off the limb and mending faster, old time hockey logic from Canada.
Some interesting points. I was just wondering how old you both were? You are still young enough to be doing this with fairly low risk, I am thinking of doing some solo travel but I am a little older (60) and what's stopping me setting off is the worry of getting ill and being alone in some country on the other side of the world. Any thoughts or advice?
Really wondering have you used safety wing insurance - are they good at paying out if you need them, as strange, from Australia, we can't take it the policy for Thailand until we've left the country apparently? Really Enjoying the video's - very informative, great job - would live to retire a bit early, that we can travel and enjoy life whole we can do things and be active
Hey buddy! Sorry 've been absent. Work and life ... you know? Anyway, a tech question: How do you get both your mics into that (Rode?) wireless system atop the GoPro? I'm going to take my 88 year old father on a road trip through the Great Lakes in 10 weeks to interview him on what he remembers from his childhood for posterity, for the kids and grandkids to hear from his own voice and figure this is the best "set it and go" system. Second, ..... how did you do the B-roll? An Insta360 on a second selfie stick? Inquiring minds wanna' know. Lovely seeing you always!
Cheat sheet: everything in one place. Insurance, financial information, what to do if…. Also: knowing the Emergency Number ( in North America it’s 911) in the country you are in. And: the location of a hospital/ dr/ pharmacy.
My wife and I are both, just, retired physicians. We have put to rest 3 close relatives in the last 6 months including my wife’s younger brother. We also recently had COVID(fairly mild).
Dwelling on dying is silly, BUT, preparation is priceless. By your late 50’s you should have wills, health care Proxies, and careful understanding of your financials by both parties, including written details.
Yes , living healthy creates better odds, but ultimately we all die, and often one person in a couple dies substantially before the other. Also often one of the two will have poor health later in life which then means the couple can no longer do as much, even though one partner is still good.
There are always exceptions, but on average many couples in their late 70’s and especially their 80’s, have at least one person with serious health issues or death. And you just don’t see many couples in their 90’s. The prime years are the 60’s and early 70’s. Which is a good reason to retire a little early, and do things while you can. Working longer to have more money may not be a wise tradeoff.
Powerful message. Thank you 💗
I have drawn up a FLOP, Financial Life on One Page. It includes: bank accounts, insurance, pensions, etc as well as passwords and a brief directive about end of life and and a funeral wish list.
I watched this video twice because it was so timely for my husband and I.
We’re older than the both of you.
I’m 61 and he’s 70.
Saying that blows my mind, because we are young for our age. We both exercise daily and eat well. Neither of us have any major illnesses.
But in the last couple of years we’ve seen that no matter how “healthy” you live, you physically decline. It’s just a fact.
Just 2 weeks ago we did a “cheat sheet”.
It’s really a “cheat book”.
We listed all our money/investments, insurances, deeds, everything in a book with account numbers,passwords, amounts and so forth.
We put wills, living wills, life insurance policies in this book.
I have always handled the bills/finances.
But I just handed in over to my husband to do, with me looking over his shoulder for a few months. So that he knows how things work.
We even talked out the hard to speak about, what if one of us dies. What would the other do?
Hard stuff to talk about after being a team for 42 years. But, it somehow has eased my worrier brain now that we’ve done it.
Good to see you both up and about.
Hope to meet you both someday in person.
We can exchange gambling stories as we were professional gamblers in the US for 5 years.
Wanna talk about worry? We aged 20 years in 5 years. Lol.
What a terrific and emotionally mature thing to do, getting all that paperwork and life planning in one place. Good for you both!
Glad to see you too! A suggestion when you first arrive in a country take that first day to catch your breath, get adjusted to the time change, no hustle. Look at the places you want to see, catch up on your emails, maybe do a zoom chat with friends and family have a dinner in your room depending on where you stay. Have a good nights sleep or sleep in!
You two are a positive gift to the retired traveler community.
You two look great. The best insurance to good health is a good diet. I am 70 and am in a fabulous place with my health thanks to respecting my temple it is the only place you have to live. Take care of yourself your health is a gift, it will allow you to fully enjoy your.life whatever age you may be.
I enjoy your videos. Thank you for posting them.
Yes, I am emotionally ready to retire!
I am so enjoying your videos. I am 72 with chronic pain...am looking forward to traveling as my mobility improves. I am blessed to be retired, and am listening carefully as you encounter surprise trials and tribulations.
It’s even scarier if you’re alone. About 5 years ago, I got food poisoning while traveling and thought “I could die in this Airbnb and no one would know until the cleaner comes at the end of the month.” I didn’t speak the language, knew no one in town and didn’t know how to call for help. I didn’t even know where the nearest hospital or clinic was located. My only emergency back-up was to contact my family back in the US and ask them to send help. Thankfully, I recovered in a couple of days, but I sometimes wonder what might have happened if I didn’t.
I know this is going to sound odd, but call a cab, check yourself into the nicest hotel with a restaurant and room service you can find. In our experience, the concierges have always been SOOOO HELPFUL! We have also relied on the kindness of our AIRBNB hosts, who have been over the top helpful.
Thanks for sharing. Did you plan or do anything different in your travel plans to prepare for a possible reoccurrence?
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
I suggest revising the name to Smart Sheet rather than "cheat sheet". No one want to be known for cheating.
May you be happy and healthy.
I’m looking forward to see your cheat sheet. We need that as well. I so happy to see you both well again. There are so many things we need to improve ourselves as couple. Many thanks in advance. Take care and stay well.
Excellent video! Thanks. Glad you 2 are feeling better.
Cheat sheet sounds necessary. Yes, please share! You definitely have me thinking for our family as well.
We had to head back to Toronto last winter to deal with Tom's prostate cancer. Fortunately we were able to get all testing done and get accepted into a clinical trial for treatment. We're now spending the summer months in Montreal and are planning to spend the winter in Asia or Europe (not sure yet lol). So far, the treatment appears to be a success, but we will be getting tested every few months for the foreseeable future. It shows that although we travel full time, we also need to be vigilant about our health, and be flexible with our plans. So glad to hear that you're doing better now!
So glad you're both OK. I love the cheat sheet idea. My hub & I (Brits) retired to Spain 5 years ago and I keep thinking we need some kind of central information vehicle. The cheat sheet sounds perfect!
I've just discovered your channel and love it. Keep up the good work. 👍
Great video. We are 6 weeks into a 6 month nomad travel and got Covid 3 weeks ago. The isolation is hard. We did the same thing, I got it 4 days before my husband and we tried to isolate from each other but we were in a one bedroom apartment. I am a worrier and he has underlying health conditions so I was very anxious about him getting it. I started questioning why were we doing this. On your cheat sheet should be local medical information. Honest communication with each other is important. The question should I worry about this is a great idea.
Brilliant wise counsel here. Thank you for sharing.
I'm 53 and encouraged at our similar ages and your ability to escape corporate life early! So glad to hear you voice how your 50s are physically. My mind feels like I'm late 20s and I have chronic back aches from being glued to my corp seat and pc screen for decades! So I'm always questioning well I'd feel better if I lost weight, exercised more...all true but the fact is the 50s do bring on tightness and less flexibility, aches in certain places where we never used to feel that. A time to help ensure we can maximize what we can to preserve health and movement in those future retirement phases.
Great idea 👍
1. You cannot plan for everything. 2. Risk mitigation is simply contingency - always have a plan B - worst case scenario that is being realistic. It's sod's law my dad called it. Have to agree with your Mrs prepare for the worst and pray for the best...digressing you guys are brilliant. Stay safe, get healthy, and all the best to you both. Remember you cannot plan everything, but you can prepare and know what your options are just in case that is information about where is the local hospital etc. You two are really capable! Complacency is simply overconfidence. Share information you are both reliant on each other. Health is number #1 simple as that.
Another excellent video guys. Happy to see you are both fighting fit again. Health is so incredibly important when travelling. We had to stop in 2018 when I came down with a viral infection, that took just on a year to recover from and 7 collective specialist working together in the UK.
Our travels have now dramatically changed but we make it work and stick within our limitations.
Your cheat sheet is a great idea, feel free to reach out privately if you like me to walk through what we have done.
What a relief to see the two of you together! Great to see you back Sarah! YES, on the cheat sheet. And there is an interesting correlation between poker and health. Obviously you achieved a high level of mastery through intelligence and practice, Neil. But with poker and health we know there is that element of chance that cannot be controlled. It is a variable that can be incredibly unfair (just like the fall of the cards), but we must deal with it nonetheless. You two are clearly very thoughtful and appropriately cautious, without letting it interfere with the pursuit of your dreams. As you point out, good health and financial planning are two foundational requirements for the path you have chosen. I admire how you manage both!
Hey Gordon!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment as ever.
Really like how you put that, health and poker, a huge amount of chance involved in both of those isn't there.
Love hearing from you in the comments, always so thoughtful.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Such a great comment!
I love the idea of a cheat sheet. A list of everything that needs attention that cross references with a calendar so you can see your selves, your circumstances in one shot.
Brilliant!!
Hey Francie!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! We are working on it at the moment, we will share it once it is done.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
My sister and I are retired and have been traveling since Sept 2020. We mostly stay places for one month to 6 weeks. We planned for phones, clothing, zoom calls, finances, etc but we did not expect to do a medical tour of the US and Europe. There's been covid, covid leftover chest infections, stomach flus, skin infections, broken ribs, broken toes, sprained ankles, skin rashes, allergic reactions - you name it. Almost every spot we stopped in involved a Dr. Appt. Some were easy, some harder, some pure PSTD. We feel your pain and agree that managing your health has to be an integral component of long-term travel. We are working on getting and staying physically stronger in order to carry on for as long as possible. We have gained help from our landlords, tour guides and sometimes Facebook groups, as well as hotels (even if we are not staying there the concierge is more than happy to suggest DR and hospitals.). We love listening to your videos. Thank you and hope the next several months are as good as they can be under the circumstances.
Great to see Sarah back in action. Bring on the cheat sheet. Remember, your support network is only a zoom call away.
You two are so enjoyable to watch! You do a great job with your videos, very educational and entertaining! ❤️😁
Glad you are both back on your feet and feeling better. I look forward to viewing your cheat sheet.
Regarding setting up a cheat sheet, there are lots of websites and blogs covering the topic of "home management," where they have suggestions and/or templates for what is generally known as a "Household Notebook." It's usually a 3-ring binder with pages of info that a whole family may need to access, such as contact info for doctors, vets, etc., prescriptions, due dates for bills, passwords, and task lists, or whatever!. Of course, you may not need a big 3-ring notebook, nor very many pages, but doing an internet search for the term "Household Notebook" will bring up a ton of results, many of which will probably give you a great ideas and a starting-off point to customize your own version. I keep a small accordion file that has a zipper all around it and keep my most important, most often accessed papers and checklists in that. Good luck!
I really like the idea of a household notebook that has all that in one place. We've been married over twent years (and I've been around more than twice that) and have just never been that organized.
Great vid. It's true, illness, even a cold can really take the wind out of your sail when travelling. We spent 3 months in Thailand earlier this year. From there we flew into Vietnam on a 30 day visa. On arrival we contracted a severe cold/flu virus. Combined, we were 'out' for 3 weeks. When that happens you really just want to be back home in familiar surroundings - not out hunting for medications in an unfamiliar city/town where you don't know the language, etc. We now make a habit of carrying various meds for a host of common ailments as well as a list of local hospitals/clinics with instructions in the local language of what we need in the event of an emergency. It also helps to know food/delivery apps so you can have food/stuff delivered easily.
I carry medicine in the original packaging just in case there is ever a concern at customs about what it is.
Yes. Ready to retire. You two have contributed to my inspiration. I’ll take part time job ease into it. But travel and free living is on my agenda.
Glad to see you both looking well. Complacency is something we all struggle with. I love this Jack Welsh quote "change before you have to". Our health is our wealth! Looking forward to your next video. Stay safe and healthy.
Im glad you are both better ! Stay safe my dear friends !
Use a 'point system' to tell each other how you are feeling physically, emotionally, etc. In the hospital, the staff sometimes asks patients if their pain level is a '2' or and '8' for example (on a 10 point scale) so that they know how much pain the patient is feeling and if they need pain relief after surgery, etc. This would be a fairly accurate way to determine if there is anything to be worried about/needs 'fixed'. Have a plan in place for when emergencies arise, whether it is financial, physical, environmental (flood, fire, etc) and review that plan from time to time so worrying is not the first response.
That is such a good idea. I did a trek to Everest base camp, and every morning and evening our guide would ask us rate out of 5, how we slept, how we were eating, how our stomach was, pain/headache, and general mood. From day 1 everyone was 5, so it really gave him a good benchmark and he got a really good idea of how everyone was going at altitude, rather than "Im OK!". Works really well.
Guys , you are both being a great inspiration! There are so many questions...specifically for the financial part. As to how much to calculate monthly for instance. Please share the cheat sheet , you are making a difference and I am grateful
Hey Mercedes!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Once the Cheat Sheet is done, we will share. Still refining it at the moment.
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful comment.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
One needs to spend time maintaining as well as building a support network in retirement.This is also an important part of a healthy retirement life. No matter how great a planner one is, life can always throw a curveball so being appreciative of the "small" things every day, also helps.
You two are lovely. I’m so happy to see you living your life intentionally. I get happiness seeing you getting to do your thing. Happy and safe trekking!
Mexico will be my retirement destination. And it was in that search that I found you guys. But, I watch your channel for all the slow travel tips that can be used by anyone anywhere. Such as: don't be complacent, identity and banking tips, healthcare, budgeting and cell phone ideas (two cell phones each, really?). Cheers from Connecticut
Would love for you to share your cheat sheet. Check lists are always so helpful to ensure you don’t miss stuff.
Hey Mac!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment, great to see you in the comments. We are working on it and when it is ready we'll share!
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
I finally gaves you guys a thumbs up. I've been watching your videos on and off for quite a while now and have always been struck by the different approach you both communicated. I absolutely loved this video. The forthrightness, the frankness - - I don't want to use the word "humility" - - the 'open' introspection is very refereshing. Perhaps it's a difference between our cultures, but I find that RUclipsrs are either too optimistic or pessimistic and shallow. I liked your directness and discussion of a deeper matter that reminds us to all think about the important things. I believe that what you brought to our attention appllies to non-travelers as well. Please keep it up - I'm now a bigger fan.
In terms of getting sick on the road I might suggest adding a cheat sheet that we use. I call it a protocol card. It so easy to forget what to take and when to take it when you get sick. So I have made several index cards with protocols on what medicine to take and when or to remind ourselves what RICE means when we hurt a muscle group. We travel with a small emergency supply of flu, cold, stomach problem meds as well as rash and muscle creams so we can start right away without searching for a pharmacy.
Great vlog guys. Food for thought. We'll be pissed off if we get sick next year, as neither of us have been sick in the last 10 yrs...
Glad to see Sarah feeling better. I would love to see your cheat sheet. This topic of declining health and availability to prescription meds is very concerning for me. Thanks for another informative video. Stay well !!
Hello, where to begin! Well let's me say I find what you doing is exceptional, inspiring and downright enviable. I watch with great interest as you make your journey and see myself doing if not the same something very close. Thank you for taking me along and please keep doing what you're doing. Terry
Glad to see you together. Yes, would be nice to see your cheat sheet
Hi Sarah and Neil, just popped in to see where you are. Looks beautiful! That kick volleyball looked amazing. Covid is exhausting, I'm coming out the other end now. Neil, you need to tell Sarah when you're not well. The cheat sheet sounds like a fantastic idea. I'm pretty sure almost all travelers make the same mistake, please take care of yourselves - Anne
I created a spreadsheet of all of the passwords on all of the accounts and phone numbers, account numbers and balances for all of the accounts. I update it regularly and store it on a thumb drive we keep in a safe place.
Those dynamics can really make things challenging. We have similar ones in our relationship. One of us will fix anything with a roll of duct tape, the other of us insists on “doing it right the first time”. And we also have that worry one. Only need to have one worrier in the relationship 🤪
Certainly needed on your cheat sheet is the phone number for your country’s consulate in the country your visiting. So glad you’re both feeling better. 😊
Hey Mike!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Yes we are adding that kind of info to it too. Once it is complete, we will share in a future video for sure!
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Glad you're feeling better. Agree on the cheatsheet. We have a password protected document with all account numbers, passwords. Contact info for every account. But would love to see what else you guys add to yours in the event we're missing something.
Last week my husband got covid and it was a real eye opener for all the things he does. Work was busy so I barely kept up. Go to work together on a cheatsheet when traveling so we'd each know what to do if the other wasn't able to help plan or make decisions
Guys! Since you are such a credible and realistic presenters, your title "got to change FAST!"?- I thought you faced disaster. I thought you needed me to come and help. Whew. Glad it is nothing of the sort- But you are always welcome in North Baja. Answer: I am retired as I am going to get. I'm build my portfolio, make new friends, work on my inventions and licensing agreements. I have more to offer others at this point in life than ever- I want to be out there constantly!! TY again!
Hi Guys,
Great to see that Sarah is well again. Hope you get better soon too Neil.
Health is the priority. We all know the right way to look after ourselves, the information is out there and healthcare and insurance will rise above inflation. The only way to minimize it is to live in moderation and exercise. The rest is in gods hands.
Look forward to seeing the cheat sheets!
Have a good weekend both.
Glad you guys are feeling better! Looking forward to next week's edition. 🙂
Hey Mel!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Next weeks looks really interesting... editing at the moment.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Just going through COVID for the 2nd time in a year after being vaccinated and boosted twice. I have to say this 2nd round is simply a head cold and some fatigue so I’m grateful. The checklist is a great idea. I’m the travel arranger and since I’ve been sick, it has alerted us to the need to share this basic information on travel plans and insurance info. I keep a basic financial spreadsheet and have told our executor where to find it but I should also write down where to access it too for my spouse. We review it together on a regular basis but he never remembers where it’s located. Looking forward to seeing the checklist. Glad to see you both feeling better!
Glad both of you are healthy again. Love your video's.
Yay! The Dynamic Duo is back. It's great to see Sarah again. I feel if one does not have their mobility or cognition there's no benefit to living longer. I feel as if I have an insurance policy with Bikram Yoga, but I need to practice regularly to keep everything in my body running optimally.
I was emotionally ready to retire years before I was able to! I admire the way you two roll. Have you thought of doing a LIVE Q&A once a quarter? I would love that, and it would give you a week off of editing. I always look forward to your videos. Have a healthy and happy week!
Thank you for sharing your dynamic and conversation in dealing with a challenge. It kind of reminds me of “Two Sides of FI” in terms of the conversation. I’m the worrier too and completely opposite of Neil - I have to verbalize all discomforts so I can let go some of my worries. 😆 I’m happy you are both feeling better!
Hey Erin!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment as ever! Yes it is a challenge isn't it when we approach things differently to how our partners do, there is space for all approaches but it is important to actually give those time to breath.
Sarah loves a good worry, it is probably the biggest difference between us and in many ways I think that worry in the moment can actually cause more problems. Take for example crossing busy roads in Thailand... Sarah can dither and actually make the process far more dangerous than it needs to be as a result of worry. But also, me not worrying can actually lead to other dangerous situations as I have a tendency to walk blindly into situations.
Always work together, that's the most important thing isn't it.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Really interesting points made, especially for those of us around the same age and thinking of retiring in the not-so-distant future. I've only recently come to realise during the process of thinking of retiring that you need to be emotionally ready and to have a plan.
Hey Jo!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Really hope you enjoy next weeks video on this subject. Editing it at the moment and it looks like a good one.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
@@2GoRoam Looking forward to it. Work has dominated my life especially over the past 20 years so I know I'll have to ease myself out of it and have things to take it's place - travel top of the list :)
Fantastic... Travel is one of the most humbling and educational experiences of our lives. Sarah and I have learnt more about each other in the last year than we could have imagined.
Would like to see your cheat sheet. Have started travelling full-time and this would be really helpful. Happy travels!
Love you guys! I was dubbed the "Worrycane" (we lived in Florida at the time - play on the word hurricane) by my ex lol.
Sarah so nice to see you again, and that fact you are both well again. Love your transparency both of you its so refreshing... Totally relate to the ageing process having been relatively fit all my life now at age 57 somethings are slowing down and it certainly can be a worry when thinking of travel. I have tried to eliminate as much as possible for when I leave NZ and once I arrive in Mexico will be making sure I have at hand certain help if needed and good insurance. However, I have also learnt you cannot eliminate everything -I have tossed up if I am actually mad doing what I am doing) Over the years I have used hospitals in far off lands and everything works out sometime better than when in New Zealand. As far as the cheat sheet I think it is a great idea for you both. As I am planning my exit from NZ I utilise a list of for and against and the what ifs as we know we can spend way to much time worrying about what wont actually happen I have learnt to deal with this unnecessary worries by up skilling my EQ, not all is tamed but I feel 90% of the time the worry factor is under control...I think I like what Peter stated below that not allowing worry to be the first response as it has become the default mood when something happens as its what you have always done this groove in the brain needs recharging with some truths for whatever the situation maybe.
The tiny Pringles! Here in Korea they are also so tiny compared to the US! We are glad you're both feeling better. Continue the fitness and healthy eating. If you're sitting around, don't. Great video 🤙
Nothing quite like a bout of illness to make you realise how important your health is 😀
Right now I’m supposed to be 4 months in to a year long overland trip from the UK to Thailand… I’m supposed to be in Kyrgyzstan, but I’m here in Lincoln and it was bad health that brought this on last year aged 55… I’m getting better now but it was a close thing that came out of the blue.
Once you hit mid 50’s anything can happen so we have to take care of our health.
That said a positive attitude and a sense of gratitude will go a long way..
Really pleased you’re both better and feeling well… I’m looking forward to seeing some of your videos of Thailand.
Travel well guys.
Love the cheat sheet idea - everyone needs that, traveling or not!
Great to see you back up and about Sarah! I was thinking of you this week as I have been selling my beloved handbags….it’s been so hard parting with them and I can proudly say I have only kept 3 which I just couldn’t bare to part with. I remember in one of your videos I watched recently your struggle to part with your handbags too 🤣 must say though I’m kinda happy that that’s done and now to move onto the next cupboard of possessions to sell 😩
Hey Annette!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! That is lovely of you to remember be going through that. Interesting that you actually feel lighter of mind having removed them from your life. Hopefully those 3 that you have left provide you with real joy and that is what it is all about.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Great to to see you both looking well and feeling great again your right about the health side of things that's why if you are fortunate to be able to retire young take the chance and do it, because we never know what's round the corner . Jude and I retired at the end of 2019 when we were 53 then the pandemic hit so that stopped the planned travels ,so we said lets start traveling April this year the first trip was booked to Cuba in April then Jude tripped over a tree stump and broke her shoulder so Cuba got canceled and travel put on hold for a few months now we are 56 where did that time go we are hoping to get traveling in august and get some RUclips vids done for our channel keep safe Martin and Jude x
We would really appreciate a Cheat Sheet. We are always reassessing our travel plans. We have standard cheat sheets we always work from. We are interested to see yours, and to learn……Cheers from Canada Neil and Sarah!
Really glad you guys are back to your best, my Wife and I had the same thing straight after Covid getting ill again with something else 😫😫😫. Pretty new to watching you guys so on a binge mission, but really really loving watching and very interested as we're looking to do something similar in the future. My family went plant based a couple of years ago for health reasons so we would love to hear from you about plant based food options in the places you visit as we've really struggled with this outside of the UK. Keep up the great work guys 😁👍🏻
Sarah, so glad to see your face again! I GET IT… I’m a big worrier too 🥺! Good luck with your planning and stay safe❤️
XX Dara (your rhyming friend)
Who do you use for travel insurance? Nevermind you use Safety Wing.
Glad you are both recovering and feeling better! Would like to see your cheat sheet. I imagine a cheat sheet would have account info, email and phone contacts for banks, credit cards, travel-related accounts (airbnb, airlines, etc), travel insurance. These things generally don't change between locations but are nice to have in one spot. Add to that local destination info on arrival, such as specific airbnb/lodging contacts, local consulate (US Citizens can register trip with STEP), nearby hospital address and emergency number, how to contact local police, expat groups/english speaking contacts.
I lived in India and Malaysia for 12 years. Plant based pretty OK there and Thailand. Sometimes in India people will think vegan is vegetarian so try to check if food cooked in ghee or milk/eggs added. Ditto Malaysia. In Thailand I'd try to zero in on vegan plants and learn how to negotiate vegan eg no oyster sauce/whatever in Thai. Good luck!
Love your channel so much keep up the good work guys !
Great video! Loved the earlier poker story. We'd loved to see the cheat sheet. Get more in shape by learning to play this kick volleyball game!
Hey Wity!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! What an incredible game that is eh, we loved watching them play! That cheatsheet... we're working on it, don't worry :-)
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Happy you are both back on your feet and seem fine :)
Hey Isabelle!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Yes we are doing great, thank you for your concern.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
It is great to see you both feeling better 😀 I fell ill once in Yucatan, and I never felt so sick. Infected lymph node and you know that sick feeling like "uh oh, this is not good..." well that was me. I tried to push through it but 2 days in I asked my friends to take me to a Dr. Antibiotics kicked in quickly. It does feel scary to be weak and sick in a foreign country so I do sympathize with you both. As long as you have the cheat sheet, access to med care, cash & credit and if nec, understand the repatriation logistics (provided by your insurance) should you need to fly back to the UK, then. Arry on traveling. Take care guys, and thanks for sharing your situation with us.
A cheat sheet is a great idea! We need to do one too but I’ve put if off so if you share then I will be so appreciative.
I’m so very glad to see that both of you are feeling so much better! We missed you, Sarah.
Isn’t it a wonderful thing, that when you e been married so long, you can still learn new things about each other and work together to solve different challenges that come up?
When will y’all be able to leave Chang Mai and head to the islands like you planned?
Always looking forward to the next video! ❤️
So happy to see the 2 of you feeling better. I was thinking that if it were me every time I would think of Thailand, I would be remembering "OMG we were so sick there." I almost want you to leave so some fun times can begin. I know it's not the country's fault but still....I guess since you live in the whole world, you're bound to get sick in even the most beautiful places. I hope that you are really feeling like yourselves. I wish the best for you both. I miss the teaser about where you may be going next.
Good video and you're right, health is a really important factor, especially when travelling abroad.
I will definitely tune in (I feel 51 when I realise I'm still using those phrases!) to your next video as being psychologically prepared for retirement is a specific challenge for me and my partner. I'm more ready to stop work, I think my wife is more comfortable being kept busy and occupied in a job. Even though we have enough to retire, how do you make that leap?
Hi Neil and Sarah, Being ill at anytime is difficult, but away from “home” adds an isolation factor. No friends, no family and no familiar doctor or clinic. Add to that that male tendency of “play it down, probably nothing, give it time and it will go away” makes for a real challenge! Well you got through it! You did seek medical support and it has worked out. I am wondering though if what you have mentioned before about spending more time in places that you connect with has taken on even more importance? For example, San Miguel (I really like Queretaro) where you started to build some connections, could easily find a good doctor, and therefore feel less of the isolation factor. I am sure Thailand, Turkey and other places could be like that too. The other comment I have made before - disguised as a bit of banter is to lose UK (modern - Americans are even worse) eating and drinking habits. All the countries but the US will have helped but if you are still eating chips, you are not there yet! When we get old it is not just how long we live but the quality of those later years and the way we eat and drink (I would nag you on exercise but it looks like you both do quite well there) has a huge impact. I was married to an Italian and spent a good part of my career in Japan and Korea - so very positive influences on the way I eat! Anyway, keep the adventure going! You are still in the exploratory phase and I am sure there are many more countries you want to see! Cheers, Rod in Honolulu
yes please.... cheers.... takeaway = GOOD health insurance
Glad to see you both looking better and feeling better! Really interested in the cheat sheet thank you!
Hey Nancy!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! We are working on the cheat sheet and will make available once ready. Sarah is doing great... phew!
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
My wife was a worrier so i was careful to withhold some things from her. But not everything or she would worry about not having anything to worry about.
Love your videos. And your English is really good. How long have you been learning English?
Loling at you eating those crisps! 🤣 loving the channel 👍👍
Hey Budgie!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Haha you can see we had fun making that video!
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Of course we Americans call them chips making it that much more relevant to poker, unless of course you Brits refer to them as poker crisps. 😊
Hey Tim.... oh that is complicated isn't it... we are always spanning the Britishisms and Americanisms... Too complicated for us!
Hi, I'm enjoying watching your videos and I've often thought if I was travelling having the ability to play Texas hold 'em poker would give a skill I could play in different countries rather than nights with TV if I wasn't going out. Would you be able to do a video about how to improve at poker on the road e.g how to improve re you tube channels, books to buy, playing head to head with another person and good online poker sites. Enjoy your travels, Regards Phil
Those Pringles had me rolling on the floor.
Depressing, but helpful.
Chiang mai Ram is a top notch Hospitol. Why didn’t you go there?
The sound!!!!🫣
Hey fulmoonn!
Thanks for getting in touch! This video was a huge challenge and we spent over 2 hours refining the sound in this one, but lessons have been learned. We have been making a video today and everything we thought about was clean sounds. You will see that one next week, let us know what you think.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
Thanks guys, I really like the idea of coming up with a plan if X happens. I don't see a link to what you guys came up with as a result. Can you point me in the right direction as to what you guys came up with?
Good to see you all doing better! Always find your topics interesting! Richard I had no idea you were a seasoned poker player! I bet that was a huge rush. I am interested in the cheat sheet. Definitely having a plan for when you may fall in. Can't wait for the next video! We are going to move to Mexico and do a bit of travel in Central /South America. My question to you is does this way of travel ever get old? Do you ever feel like wow I would like to take a break? I'm just curious when I've travelled I got so sick of eating out.
Great video guys! Glad Sarah is feeling better.
It’s funny, I seem to have more and more in common with Neal. I was quite into poker myself also. Played a lot of cash games in the casinos in Edinburgh/ Newcastle. I know the feeling of not being able to fold queens but you learn that in some situations you have to 😅. Poker is a good game - needs some serious mental strategy!
Hey TBI!
Thank you so much for taking the time to drop us a comment! Welcome back to the comments, great to hear from you.
That is really cool. It is a wonderful game to play eh! I miss it a lot.
Best regards,
Neil & Sarah
@@2GoRoam no problem. I’m still always watching just now always commenting 😆.
Yeah poker is great. Only game I would play in a casino as I agree that there is a significant element of skill. I prefer the cash tables as I could leave whenever I wanted. Although big tournaments can win you a lot more money - they just take ages! 😆
I use to love the ebb and flow of a tournament above cash games. Oh they were the days!
Yes share!
What the easiest things to do especially in Thailand, is get yourselves on a vegetarian diet for 3 months. I am not a vegetarian but go on 3-month stints.
Find yourselves a personal trainer to learn how to exercise properly and develop
a routine, it’s truly about education. Start out with beginners Yoga, take some vegetarian Thai cooking classes. You’ve got the time to educate yourselves. I’ve done it on three 3 month trips in Kerala India and have an Ayurvedic Doctor for deep massage treatment with amazing results. Take the 20 LB 3 months challenge.
A year ago I tore my knee parking my motorcycle in soft grass, it went further
over and had to use left leg to prop it back up, too much weight resulted in knee tear. So pre-op prep was to lose 15 - 20 lbs, veg and fruit diet, just to take the weight off in post op and I’m very glad that I prepared from the 20 lbs that I shed
before and kept up with. I’d have lose another 20 lbs to be comfortable with my new knee. Since post - op pain 10 times worse than the injury, since I don’t do pain killers. They truly mask things when one should be totally off the limb and mending faster, old time hockey logic from Canada.
Some interesting points. I was just wondering how old you both were? You are still young enough to be doing this with fairly low risk, I am thinking of doing some solo travel but I am a little older (60) and what's stopping me setting off is the worry of getting ill and being alone in some country on the other side of the world. Any thoughts or advice?
Really wondering have you used safety wing insurance - are they good at paying out if you need them, as strange, from Australia, we can't take it the policy for Thailand until we've left the country apparently?
Really Enjoying the video's - very informative, great job
- would live to retire a bit early, that we can travel and enjoy life whole we can do things and be active
Hey buddy! Sorry 've been absent. Work and life ... you know? Anyway, a tech question: How do you get both your mics into that (Rode?) wireless system atop the GoPro? I'm going to take my 88 year old father on a road trip through the Great Lakes in 10 weeks to interview him on what he remembers from his childhood for posterity, for the kids and grandkids to hear from his own voice and figure this is the best "set it and go" system. Second, ..... how did you do the B-roll? An Insta360 on a second selfie stick? Inquiring minds wanna' know. Lovely seeing you always!
Do you have any advice on health insurance for global travel? Tia
Pocket Queens. Hard to get away from 😂😂
Very common having gut issues after Covid. Get some multi B vitamins. Rest. Also Long Covid….so take it easy.
Cheat sheet: everything in one place. Insurance, financial information, what to do if….
Also: knowing the Emergency Number ( in North America it’s 911) in the country you are in.
And: the location of a hospital/ dr/ pharmacy.