Packing Gear Guide for Boomer Travelers What makes choosing packing gear for boomers different than options for other age groups? Aging bodies require luggage that is lightweight and easy to use. We need bags that roll smoothly, sturdy handles, and zippers or latches that open easily. Most boomer travelers have some body part that’s beginning […]
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How to Spend One day in Nagasaki, Japan
If you only have one day in Nagasaki, Japan, how do you choose what to see and do? Considering Nagasaki’s place in WWII history, the decision isn’t hard for those trying to understand how one event—the dropping of an atomic bomb—so changed the world. One day is never enough to explore a city, but on […]
Where to Go in Italy
Are you confused about where to go in Italy? Read our first-person articles on Italy’s iconic cities, off-the-beaten-path destinations, cruise ports and road trip suggestions. You’ll find plenty of Italian travel inspiration for your next boomer trip.
Hiking Nicaragua’s Telica Volcano
Family travel can be tough, especially when it involves multiple generations. However, if you throw in an amazing destination, active travel and the threat of perishing in an active volcano, well, it will always be a memorable vacation if nothing else. For instance, our guest contributor, Vickie Lillo recently took her family on an adventure […]
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. […]
Glamping Tips for Baby Boomers
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 […]
Taking a day hike on your next trip? Start with our Hiking Planner for Boomer Travelers
A Hiking Planner to help boomer travelers prepare for the best day hikes Will you be hiking on your next boomer travel adventure? Whether you’re hitting the trail on a road trip, as a shore excursion, or in a national park, our Hiking Planner introduces you to the best trails for boomers, where to find […]
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, […]
Hiking Kootenai Creek Trail in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana
If you’re visiting the Bitterroot Valley, a new resident, or an old timer, hiking Kootenai Creek Trail #53 is a must. This green oasis of a forested hike travels next to Kootenai Creek for a good part of the journey. As Bitterroot Valley residents, Alan and I hike this trail as often as we can. […]