
“Two strangers from opposite sides of the world—an American grandmother and a Kiwi with a guitar—on their very first date in Portugal, with the Atlantic sparkling at our feet.” A magical day on Madeira...

“Two strangers from opposite sides of the world—an American grandmother and a Kiwi with a guitar—on their very first date in Portugal, with the Atlantic sparkling at our feet.” A magical day on Madeira...

Watch Grandma Wendys Travels Through New Zealand https://theladybugtravels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/New-Zealand.mp4 New Zealand: My Part-Time Home New Zealand is an exhilarating paradise with stunning landscapes and friendly people. The local culture is always on display. You can...

Watch Grandma Wendys Trip to Australia https://theladybugtravels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Austraila.mp4 Australia: Where City Sparkle Meets Coastal Wonder Australia is a land of dazzling contrasts—vibrant cities, golden beaches, and unique wildlife you won’t find anywhere else. For me,...

Watch Grandma Wendys Trip to Cook Islands https://theladybugtravels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cook-Islands.mp4 The Cook Islands: Paradise in the Pacific Just a four-hour flight from New Zealand, the Cook Islands offer a tropical escape full of turquoise waves, golden shores, coral reefs vibrant with color, and the warmest island hospitality. Crossing the International Dateline adds a special touch—New Zealand is the first to welcome the New Year, while the Cook Islands are among the last. So in a way, you’re traveling through time! For me, it was romantic, adventurous, and unforgettable. Here are just a few of the highlights you can experience in this Pacific paradise. Whales, Waves & Ocean Magic From our private porch overlooking the ocean, I saw my very first whale rise from the...

https://theladybugtravels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bali.mp4 Explore deeper. Travel with meaning. Come with me beyond the guidebooks… 🏡1. Discover the Hidden Wonders — Authentic Village Life in Bali with Runi Bali has truly captured my heart, and not only...

Introduction to the Next Chapter When I shared my story in When Everything Fell Apart: The Day My Life Changed Forever, I spoke as a grandmother—watching helplessly as several of my grandchildren became victims...

Love, the Sounds, and the Lockdown That Changed Everything into an Unexpected Twist in New Zealand “We thought it was just another adventure on the sea—until we stepped off the ship and into a...

Across the World for the Hot Guy I Met in Barcelona, Sandy Toes, Salty Kisses, and the Man Who Stole My Heart 💜 Read more ›

Top 10 Travel Destinations in the U.S. Top 10 Travel Destinations in the U.S. The United States is packed with unforgettable places to visit — whether you’re chasing city lights, relaxing on a beach,...
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Stories Grandma's Timeless Tales Get ready for a whirlwind of wacky tales from Grandma Wendy that will tickle your funny bone and maybe bring a happy tear to your eye! All PostGrandma Wendy StoriesHea…3 days ago
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