Dream Destinations and Smart Planning for Retirees with Laura Murdoch
When most people picture retirement, one dream tops the list: travel. But turning that dream into a reality takes more than wanderlust. It requires planning, budgeting, and knowing what to expect.
In this episode, Ryan and Tyson Thacker welcome travel advisor Laura Murdoch from Morris Columbus Travel to unpack the real-world logistics of retirement travel. From bucket-list safaris and river cruises to multi-generational vacations with kids and grandkids, Laura shares the insider knowledge that helps retirees travel smart and in style.
Whether you’re dreaming of European river cruises, New England fall foliage, or a $5K road trip close to home, you’ll discover how to align your vision with your financial blueprint.
Laura discusses:
- How far in advance to plan your dream trip (hint: a year isn’t too early)
- Tips for traveling with kids, grandkids, and even great-grandkids
- The truth about Medicare abroad and why travel insurance matters
- Budgeting ranges from $5K to $50K, and how to make each work
- And more
Start designing your dream retirement, one destination at a time.
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About Laura Murdoch
Laura Murdoch loves to travel and talk about travel! Since 1993, she has helped clients plan big vacations and small getaways on every continent. Having been to more than 30 countries, traveled to all 50 states, and sailed on a wide array of cruises, Laura is often asked which place is her favorite to visit. Her answer is always the same, “I’ve had amazing experiences everywhere I’ve been, but I’ll never turn down traveling to the beaches of Hawaii.” The most memorable trips she plans are for people who are trying to check things off their travel bucket list. Laura loves to help identify what they’re looking to do and then architect their perfect experience. Whether you’ve always dreamed of a foodie tour in NYC, a long weekend in Charleston, a hideaway in Thailand, or an exploration of the Amazon River, she’s not just a travel agent, she’s a maker of lifetime memories!
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