My Itchy Travel Feet | The Baby Boomer's Guide To Travel

Write About Your Travels to Win This Trip to Vietnam

November 13, 2009

Are you a baby boomer wandering woman? Do you have a way with words? Great! Enter this travel writing contest for women to win a 12-day culture and spa tour of Vietnam with Buffalo Tours. I’ve just returned from a cruise that included Vietnam and I would love to take a land adventure like this [...]

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Take Me to Chico’s

August 25, 2009

This post is for baby boomer women travelers. Guys, you’re welcome to hang around. Maybe you’ll get an idea or two for Christmas, it won’t be long, you know.
First, let me tell you, this is not a paid post. Chico’s did not pay me for my words or provide any freebies or discounts on their [...]

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Solving the carry-on toiletries dilemma

September 13, 2008

Last month, Alan and I flew from Tucson to Los Angeles to Atlanta in five days. Usually, when traveling for more than a couple of days, we check bags, which allows me to bring my favorite beauty products. But this time, we joined the ranks of travelers avoiding checked luggage fees. 
“Whaa,” I wailed, “How am [...]

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You're packing how many pairs of shoes?

August 4, 2008

I can’t tell you how many times Alan has asked me this question as he passes by our “packing” bedroom when I’m preparing for a trip. Men have it so much easier…a pair of dress shoes, a pair of casual shoes (or the same pair for both situations), maybe flip flops, plus wear the workout [...]

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