It had been nearly a decade since my last trip to Europe. Life had gotten in the way, including the loss of my longtime travel companion. When I had the opportunity to spend a week in Paris, I immersed myself in researching the city for almost a year, reading articles, watching YouTube videos, and anything else I could get my hands on. I apologize in advance for this long … [Read more...]
How I Learned to Enjoy Dining Alone in Paris
As most of you know, I’m a woman over 70, and I recently returned from a 7-day solo trip to Paris. One of the fears women have when traveling alone is eating by themselves. It can be awkward. I have dined alone many times in Los Angeles and don’t have a problem with it, especially at this age, but sometimes, it can be intimidating. Many restaurants discourage solo … [Read more...]
Essential Travel Gear for Women Over 50 – 2026
Are you an older woman over 50 planning a long-distance trip? Travel is fabulous, but it can also be stressful, physically demanding, and even confusing, especially when traveling solo. That doesn't mean you need to stay home. I have compiled a list of essential travel gear essentials to make your next trip easier and more enjoyable. Watch my YouTube video Click here to … [Read more...]
PadsPass: Travel Without Stress With Your Pet
The thing about Furmily is, you never want to leave them behind. I spent ten years traveling with Pads, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. We got through most of our 75 flights without a hitch—but one major slip-up was all it took to show me how easy it is to get it wrong. Our nightmare happened in 2022. I’d like to say it was because we were off on a new adventure, but it … [Read more...]
Air Travel Tips from the Flight Deck
I am a former airline pilot who used a red flight bag instead of a black one because I thought it was cheerier. I began taking flying lessons the year after the first female airline pilot was hired, so I stood out even without the red flight bag. I noticed that if a flight attendant had a question about something with the airplane, often because of an inquisitive passenger, … [Read more...]