Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures by David and Claudia Meldrum

Join David and Claudia on their travel adventures as they venture to some of the best places to visit in the world, having the adventures of a lifetime and bringing back to you recipes of exotic foods from all around the world.

Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures invites you to discover the most important lessons in life via thrilling adventures. It’s an engaging story about courage, development, accepting uncertainty, and, most important of all, embracing the adventures headed your way and making the most of them.

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About the Authors

David “Dave” Meldrum and Claudia Meldrum

Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures” begins with Dave and Claudia learning to fly and scuba dive. After the hair-raising challenges of Claudia’s solo and Dave working toward Airline Transport Pilot and jet ratings, they enjoy the freedom of flying throughout the western hemisphere from Alaska to lima Peru. And with Angel Flight West, they donate their time and aircraft for 18 years helping patients in need to access the best care for their conditions.

Dave and Claudia Meldrum’s “Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures” is a thrilling ride through adventure and innovation. This book combines the drama of medical breakthroughs with the excitement of travel adventures around the world, touching on life, death, and everything in between. Through Dave’s eyes, you’ll get an inside look at the world of in vitro fertilization (IVF), from his early training with Professor Alan Trounson in Australia to establishing the first IVF facility at UCLA.

But the adventure doesn’t stop there. Buckle up as Dave and Claudia take you on a journey to some of the best places to visit in the world, exploring the beauty and history of Machu Picchu, braving the wilderness of Alaska, and snorkeling with whales in Tahiti. Their overseas adventure travel enriches the story, taking you from the bustling streets of Moscow to the remote beauty of the Galapagos Islands.

The suspense builds as you delve into Claudia’s pregnancy, filled with unexpected twists and medical challenges. And then, there’s the heart-pounding moment when expert pilot Dave faces a life-threatening situation high above Ecuador: one of the engines fails, distant from safe places to land. But with his calm demeanor and extensive training, Dave guides them through the crisis. If you’re someone learning to embody the spirit of adventure, this is the book for you.

About the Book

Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures is exactly what it says it is and more. It is a complete guide that tells you how to stop avoiding uncertainty and instead start turning it into an experience—or a lesson.

The book, Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventures, takes the reader along an exciting journey by Dave and Claudia Meldrum as they pursue passion, adventure, and helping others. Here, they learn to fly and dive scuba, which allows them to narrate all of their travels through the Americas-from the wild wilds of Alaska to Lima, Peru’s streets. Their commitment to service was seen in their 18 years with Angel Flight West, flying patients in need of life-saving medical care.

Another unique feature of their story is that Dave has a long career in in vitro fertilization. He trained under Professor Alan Trounson, who is a ‘Doyen’ in the field, and helped establish the first IVF facility at UCLA. The reader is taken along the medical innovative process. The excitement continues with vivid stories of going to Machu Picchu, the Alaskan wilderness, and snorkeling at Tahiti.

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Book Reviews

Take a look at some raving reviews from people who loved “Lessons from a Lifetime of Adventure,” experiencing the thrill of travel adventures well done from the comfort of their rooms.

Nick Brown

I did not think I would be affected this much by this book. Yes, the adventures are incredible- from flying over Alaska to scuba diving in Tahiti- but personal stories make it so unbelievable. I liked how David and Claudia made their wish to make someone’s life better become a passion for traveling. It is never easy to encounter a book that would give you a reason to travel and something else that opens your eyes to the horizon of life. Their life is not going out of my mind soon.

Michael R.

What a great read! David and Claudia’s willingness to dive into the unknown, with only their passion for the adventure in leading them, is full of inspiration. The way they embrace a new experience, learning how to fly planes, or throwing themselves at life’s curveballs held my interest. Not some travel stories, good or bad; it was instead a reflection on life, taking risks, and the beauty of living outside the box. I finished the book, ready to embark on my own adventure, wherever that takes!

Emma L.

Reading this book reminded me of catching up with a couple of old friends who have lived the kind of life you dream about. David and Claudia tell their stories honestly, warmly, and in such a way that you simply can’t stop getting pulled in; they’ve been through so much, and the way they interweave their personal experience with the journeys they have undertaken made me stop for some reflection on mine. An enjoyment not only of adventure stories but something thoughtful and connected with the lives lived, well this book indeed is for me.

Sarah T.

This book totally surprised me in the best way possible. It’s more than just travel stories – it's like sitting down and having a deep conversation with friends who have lived an amazing life. The way David and Claudia describe their adventures will make you feel as if you’re standing with them before Machu Picchu or diving into Tahiti waters. But it is in the humdrum of the mundane yet the lessons they learned there that have made such an impact. After reading this, I feel encouraged to take on new challenges in my life. Truly an amazing read!

John M.

Wow, what a breath of fresh air! It’s not your run-of-the-mill travel memoir-it’s raw, honest, and full of heart. David and Claudia don’t just give you a highlight reel of their adventures-they’re sharing the downs, the ups, the lessons learned, and how they navigated through some really tough situations. Their passion for life and exploring shines through on every page, and by the end, I was ready to chase a few of my dreams myself. This book makes you want to go out of your comfort zone in the very best way!

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