Are you looking for January road trips in the United States that focus on scenic beauty while avoiding harsh winter conditions? January is the perfect time for a boomer road trip, if you know where to go. These road trip itineraries offer a chance to get out in nature combined with active adventure. If you’re […]
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How to Know Where to Go: Advice for the Boomer Traveler
How do Alan and I decide where to go? With an abundance of destinations, cruises, tour companies and road trip routes, planning a boomer trip can be daunting. Blame it on the Internet. I do. Daily, almost hourly, I’m tempted to start planning a trip because of an email, Facebook post or travel article. And […]
How to Visit Pompeii and Herculaneum: What’s the Difference?
Is a trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum on your bucket list? Should you visit both? Is one better than the other? What’s the difference between Pompeii and Herculaneum? Debi Lander of ByLanderSea recently traveled to these famous archaeological sites in Italy. Read about her experience, the differences between Pompeii and Herculaneum, and tips for planning your […]
Luxury Gifts for Travelers That You Can Afford to Buy
Luxury travel means different things to different people. But no matter what our individual tastes may be, we can all use some unique travel accessories that add a luxurious touch to any trip. If you’re shopping for something very special for that discerning explorer in your life—our 2024 luxury gift guide is for you. We’ve […]
20 Under $20 Travel Gifts That Boomers Will Love
If you prefer boomer travel adventures, or spending time with loved ones, rather than holiday shopping, this article is for you. In the 2024 edition of 20 under $20 gifts for the boomer traveler, I’ve done all the leg work for you. I’ve found inexpensive travel gifts that are essential for travelers. You’ll find something […]
Luxury Cruise Wear for Boomer Women
After years of sharing cruise fashion photos on my Facebook profile, many of you have asked me to write more about cruise wear for over 50 women, over 60 and even over 70. This is the first of a series of articles about what to wear on a cruise, especially luxury cruises, which is what […]
Visiting Baird Glacier on an Expedition Cruise Excursion
Most people visiting Baird Glacier arrive by zodiac as part of an expedition cruise experience, like Alan and I did with Uncruise Adventures (sponsored trip). Since our visit, it’s no longer possible to walk on Baird Glacier due to flooding in 2015 that broke up the terminus. Currently a lake blocks foot access to the […]
Six of the Best Shenandoah National Park Hiking Trails for Baby Boomers
Are you looking for suggestions on Shenandoah National Park hiking trails? Here are six that range from easy to moderate, plus one difficult trail that’s more of a rock scramble. They are listed from north to south as you travel through the park. By now our love of National Parks is pretty obvious, as is […]
Two Days in Lucerne, Switzerland: Best Itinerary for Boomers
Spending two days in Lucerne, is a great way to begin or end a Rhine River Cruise. The land extension to this lovely Swiss city is well worth your time, especially because it gives you the chance to spend a day in the Swiss Alps. Alan and I had planned to see Lucerne after our […]