It’s no surprise that retired older adults love travel. With the kids out of the nest, you’re free to pursue the adventures you’ve always desired. However, as an older adult, you are also more likely to have a chronic illness. Whether it’s diabetes or high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or arthritis, don’t let a chronic illness derail your adventures. Just keep the … [Read more...]
Do You Enjoy Traveling Alone? Many Older Women Do
Traveling is the best way to explore. You can explore yourself as a person, explore the world around you, explore different cultures, people, languages, regions, and more. Traveling alone in particular offers opportunities to get to know the world we live in the way you want to, without having to consult any companions. Usually, solo traveling is regarded as an activity to … [Read more...]
See the World in a New Light as a Baby Boomer Traveler
With the experiences, we've lived through, Baby Boomer travelers have much to give to the world. The lessons we have garnered throughout life make us perfectly poised to be forces for good when we venture out. Options for transportation and lodging have made it easier for Baby Boomer travelers Whether we travel domestically or internationally, Baby Boomers are on … [Read more...]
European Tours for Women Run by An American Expat
Have you ever thought of living in another country, at least for a little while? I have. Waking up and looking out at a quaint little village that was built centuries ago has been a dream of mine. I’ve always wondered what it would be like and recently met a woman who is living that dream. Her name is Leslie Ender and she conducts European tours for women. She is an American … [Read more...]
Travel Adventure Show Tips from Rick Steves
The Travel Adventure Show comes to the Los Angeles Convention Center every year. It's a huge expo that takes place all over the U.S. where you can visit the booths of hundreds of travel companies, listen to well-known travel experts like Rick Steves and Patricia Schultz, and enjoy food and entertainment. Finding authenticity in travel Rick Steves has always been one of … [Read more...]