RightTurns with RoadRunning Rita

Traveling solo in New Zealand as a senior nomad has been one of the most empowering—and real—experiences of my life. In this video, I open up about safety on the road, what it actually feels like being out here on your own, and why learning to trust your instincts matters more than anything.

I also share a glimpse of my current campground right by the water—peaceful, beautiful, and a reminder of why I chose this life in the first place.

Solo travel later in life isn’t about being fearless… it’s about being aware, tuned in, and willing to listen to that quiet voice inside that knows when something feels right—or when it doesn’t.

Is This Safe? Can I Really Do This Alone at My Age? Traveling solo in New Zealand as a senior nomad has been one of the most empowering—and eye-opening—experiences of my life. In this video, I share some hones...

Last September, while out running the road in Cairns, Australia, I had the chance to see the Great Barrier Reef from above. The scale, the colors, the patterns—it’s something you have to see to believe.

Watch the full tour below

—RightTurn RoadRunning Rita

RoadRunning Ritaat the Great Barrier Reef! While I was out running the road in Cairns, Australia last sept , I had the privilege of taking a tour over the Great Barrier Reef—and this is what I saw.Fro...

Prepping for RightTurns – Life’s Driver’s Ed

Last time, I introduced myself as RoadRunning Rita — a woman chasing freedom, healing, and joy on the open road. But behind that name, and behind this blog, there’s a story. My brother told me to hold my own hand — no one was coming to save me. I ran, I pushed, I surrendered, and discovered life’s unexpected RightTurns....

Prepping for RightTurns – Life’s Driver’s Ed Last time, I introduced myself as RoadRunning Rita — a woman chasing freedom, healing, and joy on the open road. But behind that name, and behind this blog, there’s a story. My brother told me to h…