"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
What’s Next? Conversations with Boomers is a candid, cross-generational dialogue exploring life after the milestones—career shifts, retirement, relationships, family, reinvention, and everything in between. Hosted by Barb Desmarais, a retired family & parenting coach and public speaker, each episode dives into honest stories and lived wisdom from Boomers navigating their “what’s next?” moments, offering insights that resonate across generations. Thoughtful, curious, and sometimes funny, the show bridges perspectives and sparks conversations about how we age, adapt, and continue to dream.
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"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
Solo, Not Sorry: Kelley Riley on the Liberating Art of Traveling Alone
In this refreshingly honest episode, Barb welcomes back her longtime friend Kelley Riley (and Season 1 alum), to challenge the notion that travel must be a partnered experience. Kelley, an unapologetic solo traveler, shares her philosophy of wandering the world on her own terms.
Kelley pulls back the curtain on what it truly means to travel alone for the sheer joy of it, offering practical tips for dining, sightseeing, and navigating new cities without compromise. She and Barb discuss how to navigate cruises and why sometimes the richest connections are the ones we make with strangers when the pressures of romantic pursuits are not on the table.
From the logistics of collecting travel points to the profound personal growth that comes from complete independence, this conversation is a masterclass in intentional travel. Whether you're a seasoned solo traveler or someone who's never dared to book a single ticket, Kelley's perspective will inspire you to embrace the freedom of going it alone—and loving every minute of it.
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