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! […]
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Travel Tips for Boomer Women Traveling Solo
Arlene Davis is a 74-year-old world traveler who took her first trip overseas at the age of 65, where she was clearly hit by the travel bug. These days she loves to explore alone, and has picked up quite a few savvy rules of the road along the way. Today, she’s sharing her best travel […]
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 […]
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. […]
Day Hiking Essentials: What to Wear and Bring on a Short Hike
Are you including day hikes in your next road trip, national park adventure, or cruise excursion? If so, you’re going to need my tips for day hiking essentials. I’m a boomer traveler who still enjoys hiking. Alan, too. We’re convinced that getting out on the trail is one of the best ways to experience a […]
Planning a Cross Country Train Trip on Amtrak
Updated 12.01.2019: Are you thinking about a cross country train trip in the U.S.? Guest contributor, Julie Diebolt Price from JDP Travels, takes us inside her USA rail journey traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles on Amtrak. Don’t miss her train travel tips! Celebrating retirement and a birthday on a USA rail journey Plane, […]
How to Stay Safe in South Africa
South Africa is an amazing travel destination that consistently wows travelers of all ages, especially adventure lovers, but like most places in the world, there is a certain level of crime that travelers should be aware of before they set off to explore. To brush up on some key points to keep you safe, guest […]
Heart Thumping Travel Adventures for Baby Boomers
This article was developed in collaboration with St. Joseph® Low Dose Aspirin. Personal opinions and thoughts within this article are my own. Have you experienced new adventures on boomer travels that put a little love in your heart, and an enthusiasm to try it again on the next trip? Isn’t that the best? Since starting […]
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