Jill and Ernie near the Eiffel Tower, Paris
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Life Doesn't Start
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We're Jill & Ernie — and we started traveling seriously in our 50s. Road trips, international adventures, hidden gems on the California coast, and everything in between. Come explore with us.

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2 Travel Terriers
1 Bucket List Life
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We're Jill & Ernie.
We Travel, We Eat, We Get Lost — On Purpose.

Married 30+ years, two terriers in tow, and a custom Sprinter van named Maverick. We built this blog for every couple who ever said "someday" — and finally decided someday is now.

Jill and Ernie at Pismo Beach, California
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Italy Travel Vlog Over 50 | Florence & Rome Food, Romance & Adventure

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The Perfect Quiet Weekend on the California Coast That Won't Break the Bank

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Our 2016 Winnebago Brave is available to rent through Outdoorsy. Based in Arroyo Grande — sleeps 5, beach package included, pets welcome.

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