Turning 60: Adventure Awaits!
I turn 60 this month. Yahoo…how’d that happen so fast? I’m not freaked about my age, but I’m a bit nervous about where I’ll be celebrating it. Some could say I’ve done something wrong. After all, I’m spending the night of my 60th birthday sleeping in the back of a pickup truck.
For this milestone, many would choose a trip to Paris or a stay at a luxurious resort. Me? I decided to visit Iceland and see it up close and personal.
Adventure holds little allure for me, it never has. My mom was very adventurous, and both my children thrive on it. But I like comfort andĀ predictability.
So, I find it amusing that my 60th birthday trip will be a complete adventure. I’m thrilled that our son and daughter are joining my husband and I.
The four of us will rendezvous at the airport in Reykjavik, Iceland. We’re not staying in 4-star hotels. We’re not even staying in fleabag motels. We’ve rented a four wheel drive pickup truck, with an attached camper that we’ll be living in for ten days.
Unlike the camper my husband and I have been driving around North America, this one has no shower, no toilet, and no privacy. I’m packing for austere conditions, but I am bringing makeup and sunscreen. Some things are non-negotiable for me.
We’ll be exploring the beautiful scenery of Iceland; mountains, hot springs, and waterfalls. But mostly I am looking forward to spending time together as a family.
As we get closer I’ll share more of what I’m bringing along.Ā I don’t plan to waste time in a laundromat. That means I’ll be bringing clothes I can hand wash in a sink and hang to dry overnight.
I can readily admit to being a little nervous about this trip. However, if I don’t challenge myself, I don’t grow.
Stay tuned!
Oh my goodness! What an exciting adventure! I can’t wait to hear more about it.
I applaud you for stepping out of your comfort zone! I rejoice with you in celebrating your birthday and getting to spend it with your husband and children. Have fun. Looking forward to posts about your trip!
Thanks Cathy! It’ll be amazing I’m sure! Pictures to follow š
Hi again Jennifer. Love to see that you are coming to Iceland. Fall is coming, it was 10Ā°C at noon yesterday, nights are colder. So warm clothing should be priority, am sending a link to good info. http://www.dohop.com/blog/what-to-wear-travel-style-iceland/
Also, please remember that roads are narrow, new traffic safety video: http://drive.is/
My email is g.sveinsd @gmail.com if you have any questions.
An admirable choice for a milestone birthday, I must say, but not shower or toilet for folks in close quarters might prove interesting. Good for you. I know I could never do it.
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The lack of shower and toilet is my biggest concern!
There are nice swimming pools and hot tubs in almost every village so getting showers is easy. Toilets at camping sites, tourist info offices, coffee shops and many other places. Dont worry about it.
I’m so relieved to here this! Thanks for telling me.
Happy Trails! It should be an adventure that’s for sure!
Have a great trip. Friends went last year and said it was amazing. And how wonderful to be able to celebrate away with your family. Enjoy!
Celebrating with family will be the best part!
What a fabulous birthday adventure! I hope it is much more than you can even imagine!
Enjoy this wonderful birthday adventure. As you say in your blog motto, aging is mostly about attitude. The same goes for travel. Having a Great attitude is the best first step toward having a great trip.
While in Reykjavik, be sure to sample one of their famous hotdogs. My husband and I share one when there on a cruise stop a few years ago, but wished later that we each got our own instead of splitting one. They are world famous and was great to try, even when we were having great cruise food morning to night!
How fun!! Who would have thought hot dogs were a delicacy?? My husband will love them. Thanks!
“You’re a better man than I am, Gunga Din.” No toilet. no shower, no… Going for the gusto girl! Happy Birthday!
Xx Sandra!!
I think your trip sounds amazing, and I hope it is even better than you imagine! The older I get – I will be 60 in October – the braver I feel when it comes to adventure and trying new things. Looking forward to seeing pictures of the trip to Iceland and seeing how good you look while camping!
Paula
Thanks Paula! You’re going to have to cut me some slack on my appearance. Being that I’ll be sleeping in a truck š
Hi Jennifer! So excited for you and to have your kids with you is the icing on the cake! Not sure if you’ve seen “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty”, but I encourage you to do so. It ties in nicely with adventure and Iceland;).
I haven’t and I’ll check it out!!