Suzanne Stavert is redefining what it means to be an “empty nester.” Five years ago, after her children had graduated into their adult lives, Suzanne began exploring rather than settling into a quiet mid-life. She created her travel and lifestyle blog AdventuresofEmptyNesters.com to share stories, inspiration, eclectic food and to showcase hidden gems around the world. With curiosity and a desire to connect with other adventurous spirits, she has said “Yes!” to ideas that many people think are impossible – and it has brought her to places beyond her own imagination. Today she collaborates with cutting edge travel and tourism brands, sharing her signature enthusiasm and eye-catching photography to inspire others to plan their own adventures.

Last year, Suzanne partnered with Collette Travel on the Cultural Treasures of Japan Tour, China Southern Airlines and Tourism Authority of Thailand, and last summer she took an unusual & fantastic journey to Italy and Spain, finishing with a hosted Viking Cruise down the Elbe River from Berlin to Prague. Suzanne and her husband Craig live in sunny Southern California with their rescue pup Rocco.

In this interview, Kim asks Suzanne:

• What have been some memorable trips and why?
• What do you get out of traveling?
• How important is one’s health when it comes to travel?
• What have you learned about yourself through traveling?
• Any tips for women who want to travel more but don’t have the time or means?

To learn more about Suzanne, visit her website: here.