Ever wondered how to turn your passion for pets and travel into a full-time lifestyle? Barb and John Verba join us to share their journey from being occasional vacationers to becoming full-time pet sitters. Starting with a month-long pet sitting gig in Edinburgh, Scotland, they’ve are now exploring the globe while caring for furry companions. On their website, Sit Stay Trips, they offer invaluable tips and tricks for those looking to follow in their adventurous footsteps.

Listen to Barb and John as they recount exhilarating experiences and challenges they've faced along the way, from evacuating during a wildfire in California to navigating the streets of Munich with a special needs kitty. Their stories bring to life the unique joy and occasional tension that comes with pet sitting in diverse locations such as France and Germany. They also delve into the logistics of traveling abroad, including the vetting process for trusted house sitters and learning local languages to connect with the community.

We also delve into their experiences with medical tourism and the lessons learned on healthcare affordability abroad. Barb and John discuss their growing social media presence, particularly on Instagram and Facebook, and how their travels have kept them mentally sharp and adaptable. Through their adventures, they continue to inspire others from their home base in Asheville, North Carolina, showing that an adaptable travel lifestyle is not just for the young but also for the young at heart. Join us for an episode filled with inspiration, practical advice, and heartwarming stories of global pet-sitting adventures.

Barb and John's Information

Sit.Stay.Trips. website: www.SitStayTrips.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sitstaytrips/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SitStayTrips.

TrustedHousesitters: https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/house-and-pet-sitters/united-states/north-carolina/asheville/l/337354/?

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