Are you looking for tropical cruise gear to bring on your next warm weather cruise? I have the best tips for you! Unless you’re a fan of winter adventures, January through March are great months for a tropical cruise—or warm-weather getaway. Whether you’re looking to swim with stingrays on a South Pacific cruise or lounge […]
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Holiday Travel Tips to Make Your Boomer Travel Hassle-Free
This article was originally sponsored by Cummins. Read on for the best holiday travel tips for your next trip. Many boomers travel to see children and grandchildren over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Or they book a holiday cruise to escape the season as Alan and I do on the years when we find ourselves […]
Boomer Adventure on a Burgundy Canal Barge Cruise
We absolutely love the feeling of exploring the world while enjoying the good life on a luxurious cruise ship. But the idea of sailing through the incredibly idyllic region of central France while on a Burgundy Canal Barge Cruise with just 12 passengers really makes our travel feet itchy! Guest contributor, Rosemarie Palmer from Quiltripping, […]
Ten Fun Things To Do On Istiklal Street, Istanbul
Although we always feel the urge to explore a new destination by hitting the ground running, sometimes slow travel really is the best travel. Bustling cities like Istanbul are jam-packed with amazing landmarks, but if you really want to get a taste of the local life, taking your time to stroll leisurely around a new […]
The BEST Tips for Hiking in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Recently, guest contributor, Cheryl Rodewig, took us on a lovely Autumn Escape to Hendersonville, North Carolina. Now she’s back to reveal some of her tried and true tips for hiking in Hendersonville. The Blue Ridge Mountains fringe the western edge of North Carolina. They’re filled with dozens of waterfalls, hundreds of miles of trails and […]
How to Spend One day in Nagasaki, Japan
If you only have one day in Nagasaki, Japan, how do you choose what to see and do? Considering Nagasaki’s place in WWII history, the decision isn’t hard for those trying to understand how one event—the dropping of an atomic bomb—so changed the world. One day is never enough to explore a city, but on […]
Boomer Hiking in Brittany, France
Have you thought about including hiking in Brittany on your trip to France? As we’ve said many times before, hiking is a wonderful way to really see the best off-the-beaten-path places in a new destination, and you don’t need much to do a quick hike to take in the scenic views. A girl after our […]
Hiking Nicaragua’s Telica Volcano
Family travel can be tough, especially when it involves multiple generations. However, if you throw in an amazing destination, active travel and the threat of perishing in an active volcano, well, it will always be a memorable vacation if nothing else. For instance, our guest contributor, Vickie Lillo recently took her family on an adventure […]
The Best Apps For Italy Travel
Did you know that the best Italy travel app can improve upon your Italian adventure? Whether you’re trying to communicate, checking a train schedule or contemplating which delicious pasta to try, there’s a travel app for that! I’ve curated the best apps for Italy travel, no matter how you intend to explore this beautiful country. […]