What’s it like to cruise for 42 days in Asia and the North Pacific on a small ship luxury cruise? Alan and I will be the guinea pigs testing the waters for you during our next boomer travel adventure on a Hong Kong to Vancouver cruise itinerary with Seabourn Sojourn. Actually, we’ve cruised a similar […]
Donna Hull
A boomer travel and lifestyle authority who is exploring the world one activity at a time. Besides writing and publishing My Itchy Travel Feet, she is also the author of New Mexico Backroads Weekend Adventure and Coloring the West, An Adult Coloring Book for Travelers
Mesa Arch Sunrise Photography Tips for Boomer Travelers
Are you planning a trip to Canyonlands National Park? During your research, did you see the iconic photo of Mesa Arch framing distant sandstone formations as the rising sun casts an illuminating glow on everything in one of the best Utah parks? Did it inspire you to take the same photo? You don’t have to […]
The Best National Park Apps for Boomer Travel
Have you seen our recommendations for best national park apps? This is the most recent update that includes eliminating apps that are no longer published plus we introduce you to our latest finds. In our opinion, every day is a good day to explore U.S. National Parks. From the ever-so-popular Grand Canyon—we recommend visiting the […]
I Found the Best Personal Item Bag for Travel
Baggallini is sponsoring this look at personal item travel bags. Updated 11.01.2019: 18 months later and it’s still my favorite! If I met you on a flight and offered a peek inside my personal item bag, you’d shake your head. When it comes to a personal item travel bag, I’m not a light packer. Efficient? […]
Discover a Charming Bed and Breakfast in Nebraska
If you’re looking for a bed and breakfast in Nebraska, do we have the place for you. On a boomer road trip that took us through western Nebraska for the first time, Alan and I didn’t quite know what to expect. Would we find unique accommodations that are part of the road trip fun or […]
Exploring Greek and Roman history on a Syracuse shore excursion
Have you thought about exploring Greek and Roman history on a Syracuse shore excursion? Alan and I thoroughly enjoyed our excursion in Syracuse, one of Sicily’s most historic cities. On a Mediterranean cruise, active boomer travelers will find plenty of historical sites to explore. And by history, I mean some of the most ancient places […]
The Best Hawaii Apps for Your Next Trip to the Islands
Since January 2015, we’ve been sharing our top apps for Hawaiian Travel. This is the most recent update that includes eliminating apps that are no longer published plus we introduce you to our latest finds in Hawaii apps. If you’re an app user who’s traveling to Hawaii, bookmark this page so that you don’t miss […]
Chengdu Panda Tour for Boomer Wildlife Watchers
Wildlife watching is one of my favorite active boomer travel adventures. Alan’s too. Of course we prefer to observe wildlife in their natural environment, like we did on a South African safari. Seeing Pandas in China When it comes to wildlife experiences, seeing pandas in China has long been on our bucket list. But that’s […]
Exploring Lanai on a Jeep Safari Cruise Excursion
If you travel on South Pacific cruises as much as Alan and I do, you’ll be repeating cruise ports a lot. So when you arrive in Hawaii, what choices are there for cruisers who’ve already enjoyed whale watching on Maui or a thrilling helicopter ride over the island? Our advice? Book a Lanai jeep safari. […]