The Traveling Nanas
aka the TikTok Traveling Grannies
Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas
Dearest Reader,
When we first became friends—two widows and empty-nesters—we had no idea that saying “yes” to adventure would change our lives so completely. In our eighties, we set out to travel Around the World in 80 days - after one of our favorite books.
What we discovered on the road was even greater than the places we visited: deepened faith, lasting friendship, and the joy of connecting with people across cultures. From the icy beauty of Antarctica to the bush of Zambia and the deserts of Syria, every step reminded us that it’s never too late for the next act.
We wrote Here We Go to share those stories and invite you to discover your own adventures—big or small. Our hope is that these pages encourage you to make some plans, live with gusto, and remember that life is full of joy waiting to be found.
With love, Ellie & Sandy
𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝟴𝟬 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦
81 & Still on the Run!
At 81, Sandy and Ellie embarked on their greatest adventure yet—an 80-day journey across 7 continents and 18 countries. Soon after, the world knew them as the TikTok Traveling Grannies.
𝟑𝟎 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀
82 & We're Not Through!
At 82, Sandy and Ellie set out from small-town Texas to explore jungles, hike mountains, climb a volcano—and even reach the moon (no rocket required)!
𝟑𝟎 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐀
83 with More to See!
At 83, Ellie and Sandy didn’t slow down—their next adventure led them across Oceania, exploring Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, and beyond.
Here We Go... AGAIN
We are now 84...
In just a few months, the Traveling Nanas will embark on their next journey. But for now, their adventure looks a little different—they’re on their book tour! Follow along on Facebook or Instagram for updates.