In this week's episode, Lucy and Lisette celebrate 6 months of being 70 and look at the role of holidays in their lives over the past 70 years. They reflect on the holidays they took as children, the family trips they organised for their own families, and how their perspectives on holidays have changed as they've aged. They reveal their differing perspectives, with Lisette embracing more spontaneous and exploratory travel, while Lucy favours more structured and planning for family holidays. The discussion touches on how their holiday experiences and preferences evolved over time, as well as the changing nature of travel and tourism.

Key Highlights

* Lucy and Lisette had very different experiences of holidays growing up in the 50s and 60s - Lisette's family took more spontaneous, unplanned trips, while Lucy's family had a more structured, scheduled approach to holiday planning.

* Lisette's first solo trip abroad was to visit Lucy's family in England, which sparked an interest in international travel for her.

* They discuss how work and technology have changed the nature of their holidays, with both often bringing laptops and being connected even when away.

* Lucy describes a holiday in Jamaica where she and her family stayed at 'GoldenEye' - once the iconic home of James Bond 007 author, Ian Fleming.

* Lisette recounts a formative solo trip to India in her 30s that had a profound impact on her worldview and perspective and made her very open to the idea of reincarnation.

* The two friends explore how attitudes around skin safety (getting tanned) and environmentally-conscious travel and "flight shame" have evolved over the decades.

Why You Should Listen

This conversation provides a fascinating glimpse into how the meaning and experience of holidays has shifted over the course of Lucy and Lisette's 70-year lifetimes. Whether you're a travel enthusiast or just enjoy reminiscing about holidays past, there's something for everyone in this wide-ranging discussion. The hosts' warm rapport and diverse perspectives make for an engaging and thought-provoking listen.

Join the Conversation

What are your favourite kinds of holidays? Do you like to plan every detail, or do you prefer to be spontaneous and open to opportunity? What are your memories of childhood holidays? When was your first solo, or parent-free trip? Where is your ultimate bucket list holiday destination?

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