Travel Tips and Plans

My mother was ahead of her time when it came to nutrition. She introduced salads early. Iceberg lettuce and tomato wedges, topped with orange Catalina dressing. For lunch, my mother mixed 2% cottage cheese with fruit cocktail or canned peaches…

There’s something truly magical about a trip that tantalizes not just your eyes but all your senses, especially your taste buds! Food and wine travel offers an immersive way to experience culture, history, and artistry through flavors that tell a story. Whether you’re a casual foodie…

There’s no shortage of world-class museums and galleries in Italy but a visit to a lesser-known, smaller attraction delivers a crowd-free and often equally enriching alternative. These hidden pint-sized gems don’t have the size and grandeur of the country’s big hitters but they’re a great way to step straight into the local culture and history […]

A vacation centered around peace, quiet, and relaxation is often the very best kind of getaway. It can give you a break from everyday stresses, time for introspection and disconnecting from constant stimulation, and make space for rest and rejuvenation…

I just completed a trip aboard the longest passenger train in the United States, almost a mile long from tip to tip. I stepped on it in the afternoon in Virginia and woke up the next morning in Florida. And best of all – I had my own car there waiting for me! It’s Amtrak’s AutoTrain…

Looking at taking a trip to Europe? There are plenty of wonderful European destinations that are perfect for women over 50, offering a mix of culture, relaxation, and adventure. Here are some top picks…

Many people choose to spend their golden years traveling. After all, leaving the workforce means more freedom, which means you can explore the world at your own pace, whenever you please. The planet has beautiful destinations, from historical wonders…

Mexico is not only Cancun, tacos, and margaritas on the beach. It is an immensely diverse country with palm-lined beaches, pine-covered mountains, magical towns (yes, they are called “Pueblos Magicos”), and also ultra-modern cities..

Vacations are supposed to be about exploring new places or relaxing, but vacationers often tend to over-indulge in food, drink and merriment. That may help you to relax, but do you feel rejuvenated or invigorated after such a vacation?

As I write this, I’m in the back seat of a Toyota Land Cruiser, bumping along a dusty road in Kenya on the way to our next lodge. In a few hours, we’ll be on a game drive, hoping to spot lions, rhinos and, if we’re really lucky, one of those elusive leopards. An African safari has lived…