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Don't wait until retirement to travel: 'Later is now'

25.04.2026 08:33 1 min 1 source

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Patrick (57) and Petra (55) Gremmen from Beneden-Leeuwen bought a camper in 2019 and travel regularly across Europe and locally. They reject postponing travel until retirement, instead prioritizing trips with family and friends while still working. The couple plans to volunteer at a Croatian campsite in exchange for a pitch after retiring.

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Patrick (57) and Petra (55) Gremmen from Beneden-Leeuwen bought a camper in 2019 and travel regularly across Europe and locally. They reject postponin...

25.04.2026 De Maas en Waler NLD

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