Besides an Antarctica cruise or a journey to the Arctic Ice, an Ulva Island guided walk may be the closest Alan and I will get to the end of the world. As we stand on the beach, gazing at the scenic Pacific Ocean view, the guide tells us that if the water sweeps us away, […]
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How to Know Where to Go: Advice for the Boomer Traveler
How do Alan and I decide where to go? With an abundance of destinations, cruises, tour companies and road trip routes, planning a boomer trip can be daunting. Blame it on the Internet. I do. Daily, almost hourly, I’m tempted to start planning a trip because of an email, Facebook post or travel article. And […]
Our Favorite Romantic Getaways From Around the World
Where are the best romantic getaways? Alan and I have experienced romance in destinations throughout the world. And, in our opinion, the right accommodations are at the heart of a romantic trip. For us, that means small boutique hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts or lodges that offer unique lodging. We appreciate the intimacy, privacy, and […]
Driving the Cassiar Highway on an Alaska Highway Road Trip
Are you a baby boomer who likes traveling off-the-beaten-path? If you’re planning an Alaska Highway road trip, don’t miss driving the Cassiar Highway—also know as Highway 37 BC—for isolation, scenery and an in-the-middle-of-nowhere vibe. Alan and I are so happy that we drove Cassiar Highway as part of our Alaska itinerary. The 450 miles of […]
Mt Cargill Walk in Dunedin: A Hiking Cruise Excursion
On long cruises with lots of sea days, Alan and I are always happy to put our feet on the ground once the ship is in port. Booking a cruise excursion that includes time in nature is even better. And that’s exactly what we did when we chose a Mt Cargill walk in Dunedin while on a Silversea cruise around […]
Silversea South Pacific Cruise: 64 days of boomer cruising adventure
A Silversea South Pacific Cruise that will blow your mind: Alan and I enjoy South Pacific cruises so much that we keep booking them—again and again. At last count, we’ve cruised the South Pacific six times. But this page is all about our 64-day Silversea South Pacific Cruise experience. We call it La-La because the […]
Cruising Milford Sound is Worthy of Your Bucket List
Cruising Milford Sound has long been on my boomer bucket list. When Alan and I cruised with Silversea from LA to LA through the South Pacific, I finally got the opportunity to check this adventure off my list. And the experience didn’t disappoint. The beautiful fjord that is Milford Sound The steep-sided cliffs of a […]
The Best Bed and Breakfast Reviews for Boomer Travelers
Looking for that special place to bring that special someone? Over the years, Alan and I have had the pleasure of visiting quite a few bed and breakfasts around the world. When done right, staying at a b&b is an absolute delight. This article may contain referral links. Read our Disclosure. Bed and Breakfast Reviews […]
The Ins and Outs of House Sitting
Dalene and Pete Heck are a Canadian couple who sold everything in 2009 to travel the world. Since then, they have slow-traveled through 33 countries and have no desire to stop. The blog, Hecktic Travels, chronicles their journey around the globe. The Heck’s favourite method of travel, via house sitting, has helped them save over $40,000 […]