I’m not a shopper. Isn’t Alan a lucky guy? I usually wait for an upcoming cruise to refresh my wardrobe. Since Alan and I are about to enjoy a South Pacific cruise for the fifth time, my tropical cruise gear needs a definite update. When it comes to clothing, I look for products that can […]
Here we go again, another South Pacific Cruise. For the fifth time, Alan and I will be relaxing while cruising the South Pacific on a luxury ship in the beautiful blue Pacific Ocean. Obviously, it’s our favorite itinerary. With lots of sea days, plenty of water adventures that boomers will love, and an itinerary that […]
Have you considered an Oregon Coast fall trip? I know what you’re thinking—why visit in the fall? The water’s too cold for swimming—actually it’s too cold and rough most of the year for swimming. And it will be rainy, right? I had the same thoughts about an Oregon Coast fall trip when Alan suggested one. […]
ThePhotoStick Mobile is sponsoring this look at mobile photo storage. Is your phone’s memory clogged with photos? Read on. How many times a day do you take photos with your phone? Alan and I are always pulling our phones out to photograph something. But we rarely take the time to transfer the pictures to laptops […]
Should we book a Transatlantic Cruise? At My Itchy Travel Feet, readers ask questions about Transatlantic cruises a lot. And, since Alan and I have experienced five crossings—Regent (Voyager and Navigator), Silversea (Silver Sprit and Silver Wind) and Seabourn (Sojourn)—our answer is a resounding YES! What IS a Transatlantic Cruise? Occurring in the fall and spring, […]
On an iceberg hunting excursion in Greenland, Alan and I hit the photography jackpot. Along with other Silver Explorer guests, we’re motoring near the whimsically shaped icy giants that fill the northern end of Scoresby Sund at Hall Bredning. Suddenly Silver Explorer appears in the arched opening of an iceberg. Wow! This boomer adventure promises […]
Boomer travelers love to travel in Italy. The culture, history and food—oh, that food—combine for an unforgettable trip. And following our recommendations for places to stay in Italy turns it up a notch. Alan and I enjoy Italian accommodations ranging from boutique hotels to upscale bed and breakfasts. When choosing a place to stay in […]
From Donna: Alan and I have always enjoyed the times our cruises have called on Barcelona. It’s such a lovely city. The terrorism attack that targeted tourists in La Rambla this week is tragic. How many of us have walked that promenade while exploring Barcelona? We’re so sorry for the loss of life and those who […]
Updated 10.01.2017 For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated with cruising to the edge of the Arctic ice pack. Several years ago, Alan and I almost made it during a cruise to Norway and beyond. But 30 minutes away from the ice pack’s edge, our cruise ship had to turn around for […]
If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path travel experience in Oregon, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument more than qualifies. Road tripping in the remote, rural countryside of eastern Oregon’s John Day River Basin is a visual treat. But fossils, hidden in the region’s rock layers, are the true star of this trip. And you’ll unravel […]
