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Join us for an exciting adventure as Retire There ventures into uncharted territory! We had the pleasure of hosting Mary Oluonye, a remarkable dual-citizen of the United States and Nigeria. Mary's decision to retire early and pursue a life she had always envisioned has led her to combine her love for business with her research and writing talents, both in the US and Africa.
Mary's true passion lies in listening to individuals share their aspirations, providing them with valuable insights to help them navigate their own journeys towards realizing their dreams and goals. According to Mary, nothing brings her more joy than introducing you to the wonders Africa has to offer – its captivating landscapes, diverse people, and rich cultures. She also candidly explores both the rewarding experiences and the challenges that come with living in an African country.
Tune in to witness Mary's contagious enthusiasm as she shares her captivating stories and experiences about her new life on Episode 137.
Mary published in 2018: Moving to Ghana: The Essential Things You Need to Know;
Mary is Co-Owner of Celmar Travel & Tours: Africa Travel Planning & Tour Operator based in the USA and Ghana;
Check out Mary’s webpage and blog at https://maryoluonye.com/blog/; and for
Mary’s articles and tips: https://maryoluonye.medium.com/.
Mary Oluonye earned a degree in biology from The University of Windsor in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. She spent most of her working life in Ohio as a business owner, library associate, children’s book author, researcher, editor and speaker.
Mary describes herself as semi-retired. She currently authors and edits books and is one of the owners of a small travel and tour company based in the United States and Ghana. She edits children’s, teen and adult nonfiction books. She has written six nonfiction books for children, two each in the countries of Nigeria, South Africa, and Madagascar. Mary also wrote Moving to Ghana: The Essential Things You Need To Know.
She co-owns travel company, Celmar Travel and Tours, which provides tours of Ghana and other African countries. Mary’s passionate about introducing people to all that Africa has to offer – Its diverse lands, people and cultures – as well as the joys and challenges that come with living in an African country. She contends that she lives simply, affordably and is quite happy living that way.
