France has many regions to tempt boomer travelers. You can road trip through Champagne country or bike the Loire Valley. But, at some point, you’ll want to explore the Bordeaux region for its elegance, history and wine. Nicole Jewell shares her tips for exploring Bordeaux. I went to Bordeaux on a whim a few years […]
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Touring the Carrara Marble Mines
It’s safe to say that Italy has been blessed with more than its fair share of greatness. Exploring Italy really makes you realize how plentiful the country is in terms of culture, art, landscape, history, and, of course, culinary excellence. And if that’s not enough, they even make something like marble mines incredibly interesting to […]
Six European Ports to Explore on Your Own
Updated 02.29.2020: When Alan and I travel on European cruises, whether it’s on ocean or river, we grow tired of exploring cathedrals and museums after a while. Sometimes we want to wander off on our own to soak up the local color of European ports. Although we think it’s important for an itinerary to include […]
How to Go Hiking in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Do you consider waterfalls to be an important element for a hiking trail? Just wait until you go hiking in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia! Perhaps it’s a bit cliché to say that the world is full of incredible sights that are, well, seemingly out of this world. However, those lucky enough to get off […]
Riding the Backroads through the Loire Valley
Riding the Backroads through the Loire Valley Updated: 09.01.2018 As you can tell from our love of active travel, we adore any trip that includes activities such as hiking, biking, or any other type of experience that’ll get your heart rate up while exploring new destinations. Today’s guest poster, Pam Wilson from You Call it […]
Splendor in Slovenia: What to See and Do When Visiting Slovenia
Every year, there seems to be endless lists of new must-see travel destinations. Recently, visiting Slovenia is getting a lot of attention due to the country’s picturesque cities and breathtaking landscape. My Itchy Travel Feet feature contributor, Debi Lander from ByLanderSea, recently took a trip to the country’s charming capital city, Ljubljana, and from the […]
Exploring Spain’s Bird City, Caceres
As far as relatively easy day trips from Madrid, there are quite a few great options for those looking to make the most of their time. Most of the highlights in Segovia, Toledo, and Chinchón can be explored in a day or two. However, if you have a little time (and really, why rush when […]
Do-it-Yourself Tips for a Self-guided Cartagena, Spain Walking Tour
Will your Mediterranean cruise be visiting Cartagena, Spain? It’s a lovely cruise port in the Region of Murica in Southwest Spain that’s easy to explore on your own. An important naval seaport due to the well protected harbor, Cartagena offers beautiful Art Nouveau buildings. You’ll also find impressive Roman ruins. The combination makes for a […]
A Glimpse of Modern Portugal in Medieval Guimaraes
Updated 08.04.2018: Walking tours are part of the allure of European river cruising. In today’s guest article, boomer travel writer, Catherine Sweeney, takes us on a stroll as she explores Portuguese history and culture on a Guimaraes walking tour. Aqui nasceu Portugal” (Portugal was born here), the proud statement seen on the ancient city walls of […]
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