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

36 Hours in Tucson for the Active Baby Boomer

January 5, 2010

36 hours in Tucson? How would you spend the time? According to this week’s article in the The New York Times, you should visit old standbys like the Pima Air and Space Museum, Saguaro National Park, Cafe Poca Cosa and Maynards Market and Kitchen. Granted, you’ll have fun with the New York Times list [...]

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Dining Local at Holuakoa Gardens and Cafe

June 23, 2009

If you’re a baby boomer traveling to the Big Island of Hawaii, don’t miss the locals. Food that is. From your resort room on the Kona Coast, drive up into the hills above Kailua-Kona to Holualoa Town for a meal at Holuakoa Gardens & Café. Your taste buds will thank you.
During a visit to the [...]

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Hiking to a Green Sand Beach in Hawaii

May 27, 2009

If you’re a baby boomer who’s “been there, done that” on the Big Island of Hawaii, here’s an adventure for you. Travel to South Point for a hike to a green sand beach, Papalokea. You’ll feel like you’ve come to the ends of the earth, or at least the southernmost end of the United States, [...]

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Road-tripping to Solvang

March 24, 2009

A scenic drive, a little wine, a quaint inn, interesting dining options  — now you know my ingredients for a successful baby boomer road trip. For a quick California get-away, start in Los Angeles, drive along the coast through Malibu to Santa Barbara, then turn right towards the Santa Ynez Valley and the Danish-inspired town of Solvang. 
Wine Valley [...]

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Living green at Valley of the Gods Bed & Breakfast

June 11, 2008

Are you a “green” baby boomer? Do you want to experience life off the grid? A visit to Valley of the Gods Bed and Breakfast in southeastern Utah will satisfy your curiosity. And, the introduction to peace, quiet and pure relaxation will keep you coming back for more.
When Alan and I stayed in the 1933-era ranch house, [...]

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Dine at 82 Queen for a taste of South Carolina's Low-country

June 4, 2008

Baby boomers looking for a fine meal in Charleston, SC, have plenty of choices. The Holy City is full of excellent restaurants. To sample Low-country cuisine in a lush garden setting, visit 82 Queen.
Located in the French Quarter of Charleston, the award winning restaurant sits on property that can be traced to 1682. Diners choose from [...]

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