Our ‘grown-up gap year’ turned into a lifetime

When Lisa Roads, 57, hit the menopause, having adventures helped her cope. But her devoted husband and faithful pet dog are always there to welcome her home…

Who hasn’t sometimes dreamed of doing just that? Here’s one reader who took the plunge

Single and an empty nester Rina Cavazza decided to dive into a new way of living...

Three women share how persevering against all odds can lead to a wealth of new opportunities

Toni Graham, 64, was earning a good salary but wasn’t happy. It took a crisis for her to realise that money isn’t everything…

Whether you’re travelling with friends, as a couple or with family, there’s a ship to suit you, as our four writers discovered