Oct 13, 2017
Janet Hanpeter is a globe-trotting Baby Boomer and has over 80 countries logged on her passport. Janet was bitten by the travel bug at a very young age by her wanderlust mother, who was also a private pilot in college. When Janet turned 50, she realized that she had to take her traveling up a notch, so she traveled to China on a solo trip and it was a life-changing experience! Find out why on this week’s episode.
Key Takeaways:
*When did Janet get bit by the travel bug?
*Janet’s mom has always had a wanderlust spirit, and she also got her private pilot’s license while in college (this was back in the 40’s).
*How many barriers did Janet’s mom have to overcome with traveling?
*Do Janet’s siblings have the same passion for traveling as she does?
*What was Janet’s solo trip to China like? It was life-changing!
*Janet hadn’t traveled much in Asia and she found herself completely alone with visa issues!
*Sometimes the stories are better and the memories are stronger when you have that ‘holy cow’ moment.
*However, it’s amazing how little angels appear out of nowhere and kind people come to your rescue.
*Did Janet have issues with the language while in China?
*We are very blessed to be English speakers. It has become the universal language of our world.
*The locals were very fascinated by the fact that Janet was not married and did not have kids.
*Although you can see the famous landmarks through the world, what makes travel special for Janet are the people she meets along the way.
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