Welcome!
I’m Sherry!
…the Travel Writer who doesn’t fly.
Follow my adventures and misadventures, especially in life over 70! I’ve cruised on oceans and rivers, rode the rails here and abroad and crisscrossed the U.S. and Canada in my campervan many times. Slow, intentional travel has been a part of my life nearly forever.
As a solo traveler for 60+ years, I know how to go with the flow when plans go haywire and celebrate when everything goes as I hoped. Exploring the world without flying means slow travel is my only option, and that’s what I’ve been writing about for 25 years.
As this site grows, I’ll post recipes that I’ve collected on my travels. I’ll recount my favorite travel stories, tales about growing up, finding my ancestry roots, and plain old everyday anecdotes. Not to mention my take on trying to age gracefully.
Some of my happiest times are when I’m in motion – driving, cruising, and simply watching the scenery from a train window. Oh, and walking my dog, Poppy. She’s a great camping companion and loves every new campsite.
Thanks for stopping by Truly Sherry. I’m glad you’re here!

Discover inspiring stories, life experiences, packing guides, and travel tips to help you dream big, live small & travel the world with confidence and intention.
Behind this blog
How and why this all started
Following the unexpected loss of my popular cruise site, I had get creative and learn how to begin again at 73. I decided to start this more personal and wider-focused travel and lifestyle blog. I felt a need to be truly me, and not a reporter hawking the news.
It wasn’t easy to figure out a new plan at my age. When I realized I have so many stories to tell, travel advice to share and life experiences to hopefully entertain and inspire, Truly Sherry was launched.
Get to Know Me
coffee order
decaf + caramel oat milk
favorite destination
paris
always in my carryon
airpods + hand sanitizer
AIRBNB or hotel?
hotel or my campervan
On my bucket list
antarctica
Guilty pleasure
chicago deep dish pizza
Window or aisle?
window of course
currently binging
Cheers and Frasier of course!
FAQ
What am I planning for 2026?









