Did you know that Yellowstone National Park has 5 entrances? Which ones should you include on a visit to America’s first national park? And if you were short on time, which one or two should you choose? With five entrances scattered around its edges, each region in Yellowstone unlocks a unique gateway to bubbling earth, […]
Are you looking for January road trips in the United States that focus on scenic beauty while avoiding harsh winter conditions? January is the perfect time for a boomer road trip, if you know where to go. These road trip itineraries offer a chance to get out in nature combined with active adventure. If you’re […]
Most people visiting Baird Glacier arrive by zodiac as part of an expedition cruise experience, like Alan and I did with Uncruise Adventures (sponsored trip). Since our visit, it’s no longer possible to walk on Baird Glacier due to flooding in 2015 that broke up the terminus. Currently a lake blocks foot access to the […]
Are you looking for suggestions on Shenandoah National Park hiking trails? Here are six that range from easy to moderate, plus one difficult trail that’s more of a rock scramble. They are listed from north to south as you travel through the park. By now our love of National Parks is pretty obvious, as is […]
If you’re looking for off-the-beaten-path fun in Montana, Twin Lakes in the Bitterroot National Forest certainly qualifies. Twin Lakes sits at 7,200 ft. with fishing, canoeing—no motorized boats allowed—and hiking available, making this a fun Bitterroot Valley day trip or overnight camping getaway. Since Alan and I aren’t backpackers, we appreciate the opportunity to experience […]
When Alan and I explored Greenland on a Seabourn expedition ship, we were reminded of how fun it is to step back in time when we travel. And a visit to the Hvalsey Church ruins in Southern Greenland took us way back in time—all the way to the Norse settlements that thrived in the middle […]
There are so many things to do in Southwest Virginia, especially for roadtrippers. If you’re a boomer traveler who can’t get enough of U.S. road trips that explore off-the-beaten-path destinations, a SW Virginia road trip is for you! My Itchy Travel Feet featured writer, Debi Lander of ByLanderSea, took a first-hand look. She introduces us […]
On a Vancouver Island road trip, walking the Wild Pacific Trail offers visitors to Ucluelet, the opportunity to get out of the car for an exercise break. But don’t move so fast that you fail to appreciate the dramatic ocean views and serene forest setting. Alan and I attended a Porsche Club event at Black […]
A lot of people are turned off by the thought of camping because they’d prefer a comfortable stay over roughing it. That’s where our glamping tips for baby boomers comes in. Luxury camping isn’t a new idea by any means, but the concept is breaking out into all types of distinct branches, from treehouses to […]
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