Finding Purpose in Travel: Bras, Bonds, and Banter!

We’re celebrating our 250th episode with a focus on travel and connection today! Our guest, Talek Nantes, is all about blending adventure with purpose, showing us how traveling can be an opportunity to build relationships and give back. She’s got this fantastic initiative called Bras for Babes, where she brings essentials to women in Cuba. We chat about how you can still travel and make an impact, no matter your age. So if you’ve ever thought about hitting the road with a purpose, grab a comfy seat and get ready to be inspired!Takeaways: Traveling is not just about seeing new places, it's also about connecting with people and communities, which enriches our lives and theirs. Aging well means having a sense of purpose, staying active, and forming meaningful relationships with others, especially as we grow older. Talek's Bras for Babes initiative highlights how simple donations can have a huge impact on people's lives, especially in places like Cuba. Travel can help us learn new things about ourselves and the world; we're never too old to explore and grow, no matter our age! Building relationships during travel is key; it makes experiences more memorable and fulfilling, creating bonds that last long after the trip ends. Finding purpose in travel, like giving back through donations, can transform our journeys into meaningful adventures that we cherish forever. Links referenced in this episode:travelswithtalek.com - Subscribe to her blog and download 101 Travel Tips ebookCheck out the Late Bloomer Living podcast.Wondering why you are stuck, feeling adrift, unsure about what to do next? Check out the What's Keeping You Stuck quiz, and find out your "Stuck Type."Learn more about Greenwood Capital or find resources at www.GreenwoodCapital.com. Boomer Banter is sponsored in part by Greenwood Capital Associates, LLC. Greenwood Capital Associates, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm with offices in Greenville and Greenwood, SC. As a fiduciary firm,Greenwood Capital is obligated to disclose any potential conflicts of interest with this arrangement. The host of “Boomer Banter”, Wendy Green, is a client of Greenwood Capital, and her show “Boomer Banter” has been compensated for her testimonial through Greenwood Capital’s sponsorship. Greenwood Capital is a Legacy sponsor at the stated rate of $2,600 for the 2025 calendar year.