Prepare to be inspired – and get into the holiday spirit! In this festive episode of "Travel Unpacked," Nicole, Josh, and Kelsie discuss their favorite holiday traditions. Spoiler alert: someone wakes up to Mariah Carey after Halloween and has FOUR Christmas trees. Then they dive into conversation with the amazing Charlotte Simpson, also known as the Traveling Black Widow. With her infectious enthusiasm for adventure, Charlotte takes us through her travels with Collette—from visiting the quaint villages of Italy with her daughter to exploring the majestic peaks of Europe on a solo quest. And along the way, she offers pearls of wisdom for travelers over 60, celebrates the ease of guided tours, and shares her deep connection to all the cultures she’s connected with around the globe. This episode is an endearing look at how travel ties together our past, present, and future, through shared experiences and individual discovery. So, buckle up and let your wanderlust ignite—Charlotte's story is a reminder that whether we're 6 or 60, the world's wonders are waiting. Ready to see the Peaks of Europe for yourself? Check out our tour Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites featuring France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy: https://www.gocollette.com/en/tours/europe/switzerland/peaks-of-europe?packagedateid=103717&packageid=15487&utm_source=media&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=united_states_travel_unpacked_109_traveling_black_widow_dtc Collette travels to all seven continents and has over 170 tours. We’ve been leading the way in guided travel for over 100 years. And we’re proudly family owned. To check out all we do, head to: https://www.collette.com And follow us at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoCollette/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gocollette/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gocollette And you can follow our amazing guest, Charlotte Simpson at Traveling Black Widow: Website: https://travelingblackwidow.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/travelingblackwidow/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/travelingblackwidow We’ll see YOU on tour!