Natural Bridges National Monument, located 35 miles west of Blanding, definitely qualifies as a hidden gem in southeast Utah. It’s a fun American Southwest adventure to add to your next road trip. Alan and I are certainly glad that we did! The national monument offers hiking opportunities to three sandstone land bridges, as well as […]
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
Explore the U.S. with American Cruise Lines
American Cruise Lines is sponsoring this look at small ship cruising in the U.S. When you think of river cruising, do you picture sailing down a European scenic river stopping at charming towns with history to explore? Did you know that you can do that here in the good old USA? U.S. river cruising on […]
21 Healthy Travel Tips to Avoid Cold, Flu and Novel Corona Virus on a Trip
Updated 02.01.2020: I’ve updated my healthy travel tips for cold and flu season to include the current travel issues with the Novel Corona virus that originated in Wuhan, China. There’s a lot of misinformation and fear mongering in the news and on social media. Let’s approach the topic with practicality and common sense. So here […]
Discovering Gdansk On a Self-Guided Walking Tour
On a free Gdansk walking tour, the Polish city surprised and delighted me. With beautiful architecture that’s been meticulously restored and an easy-to-maneuver Old Town, Gdansk is fun to experience on your own. There’s nothing like a city walking tour for exploring the nooks and crannies of a place. Use my walking tour tips for […]
Southern Italy Photos to Inspire Your Next Boomer Trip
You’re all probably familiar with the old saying, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” When planning a travel itinerary that saying is definitely true. Our Southern Italy photos document a twelve-day Southern Italy road trip that remains a favorite for Alan and me. Claudia Fontana from Italy A La Carte met us at the […]
The Best Tucson Gem Show Travel Tips for 2025
It takes a plan to enjoy a trade event as large as the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. My 2025 Tucson Gem Show travel tips will take you there. As an 11-year resident, I visited the show many times. In fact, I even worked at one of the wholesale shows for a couple of years. Held […]
Thanks to MedjetAssist I wasn’t Stranded in a Swiss Hospital
What’s one of the worst things that can happen to baby boomers on a trip? Being stranded due to a medical emergency is my top pick. If this is one of your worries, this MedjetAssist review will be of interest to you. What is a Medical Evacuation Program? You’re bicycling through a French vineyard. Splat! […]
Tropical Cruise Gear for the Boomer Traveler
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 […]
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 […]