Traveling the world on a retirement budget may sound unrealistic for some. Hotel prices and long-stay accommodations are often high and seem to be constantly rising. and not to mention single supplements if you’re traveling alone. Have you ever heard of house- and/or pet-sitting? Did you know that house-sitting while you travel the world on a retirement budget can make extended travel far more affordable?

Most of us have a few pieces of clothing in our closets that don’t really belong to our current life. Is this something you can relate to? The jeans we swear we will fit into again. Guilty! The dress we bought for a life that never quite happened. Guilty as well. The blazer from a former career. Yup. The “good outfit” we are saving for an occasion that has not arrived in 10 years. Honestly, I can’t fit into it anymore anyway…

Do you like bold makeup? Have you been wearing bold makeup colors for most of your life? Do you feel like it’s time to reevaluate your color palettes and techniques? You’ll be happy to hear that bold makeup colors are trending! The best way to wear the new colorful shades after 60 is not to pile on every trend…

Do you love traveling? Do you enjoy sharing your travel experiences with a travel buddy? Traveling with a friend can bring you closer through shared experiences and memories. But it can also make you question everything you thought you knew about each other…

Have you noticed that the makeup you’ve been wearing for many years no longer looks the same on your skin? If you’re over 60, you probably need to make a few simple changes to your makeup routine, including products. As skin changes with age, heavy makeup usually stops being our friend. But guess what, makeup doesn’t have to be expensive or designer-branded…

Do you enjoy applying blush? Have you been wearing blush since your younger years? Or are you new to the idea of wearing blush? As we age, our skin changes naturally. Fine lines and wrinkles make their appearance, and the natural “glow” we once had fades. This is where blush comes in handy, adding some color to our cheeks and helping us look healthy and glowing…

Looking for a new European destination to visit? Have you been to popular tourist locations like France, Italy, or Spain? Why not think outside the box and put a lesser-known destination on your radar? Slovenia is one of Europe’s safest and most beautiful destinations for travelers over 60…

Do you worry about staying connected while traveling? Is staying in touch with your family and friends important to you while you are away? As we all know, roaming charges on our phone plans can add up when we are traveling internationally. Aside from staying connected with loved ones while traveling, having reliable mobile service…

For those who live in the northern areas, it’s well known that layering is necessary when spring and fall roll around. These seasons are lovingly called onion seasons, when temperatures can change throughout the day. For others, we simply love the look of layers and how, when done well, it can bring instant interest to our daily outfits…

Looking for a new pair of sandals? Sandals come in a variety of styles and materials and are worn for many different occasions. But one thing they should all have in common is that they need to be comfortable. From the beach flip-flop to the strappy cute sandals you wear out to dinner – you need to be cozy and feel stable in your sandals…