Travel Tips and Plans

Finding the right destination to suit all generations on a family vacation can be challenging. From child-friendly activities to relaxation zones for adults, these nine all-inclusive resorts have been selected for their ability to keep everyone, young and old…

Next time you go to Italy, think twice about staying in the famous culture-driven cities and instead make tracks for some of the smaller towns and villages. Crowd free and infinitely charming, these towns also present the perfect opportunity…

Traveling is one of the greatest joys at any age, but for women over 50, it can be a particularly empowering experience. With the freedom to explore, prioritize yourself, and tick items off your bucket list, there’s no better time to start planning your next adventure. Here are some…

We often hear that the senior discount is dead. In the travel world, this is far from true. In fact, it’s relatively easy to find senior discounts on hotels, museum admissions, car rentals and outdoor activities. Here are six senior discounts that will help you save money on your next trip.

Many women over 60 love to travel, but don’t want to travel alone. If you’re looking for alternatives to traveling solo, perhaps you would do well to find a good travel partner. Traveling can be a bit of a stress-test for a friendship – being in new surroundings with a different schedule, different food, and even different customs and languages can present challenges to your friendship if you’re not prepared. Some otherwise wonderful friends are not always the most ideal travel companions. Before you embark on a long journey, it’s best to think ahead and talk in advance to make sure you and your travel partner are well suited to travel together.

How many times have you experienced delayed flights/trains when traveling as a mature woman? Did you feel exhausted? Worn out? Would you say you’re ready to give up travel because of that?

Traveling with your grandkids can be an exciting adventure, but it also requires careful planning to keep them entertained, especially during long trips. While classic travel games and stories are always great, the right technology can make a world of difference…

Traveling offers a world of new experiences, but the constant noise of busy airports, train stations, or roaring airplane engines can quickly disrupt your peace. Noise-canceling headphones provide a sanctuary of sound, allowing you to enjoy your music, podcasts…

Istanbul has two iconic, and ancient bazaars. The Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar. The Grand Bazaar is Istanbul’s most famous bazaar. But I opted to visit the Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar. Built in 1664, the Spice Bazaar wins the prize for being…

To be honest it was a joy to leave a very wet and rainy England behind – even though it meant leaving my gorgeous 300-year-old cottage, that I spent the summer decorating and turning into my beautiful home. After a couple of years travelling all over the world…