Travel Tips and Plans

From winding trails through lush forests to majestic peaks offering breathtaking vistas, the world is a hiker’s playground waiting to be explored. In this age of technological advancement, hiking apps have emerged as indispensable companions…

Lavender, the “blue gold” of Provence! Did you know that from the end of June to the end of August, the summer months of Provence are the best time to experience the world of lavender? The fields are in full bloom starting in June and the air is perfumed…

Imagine a holiday filled with laughter, shared stories, and endless love, as multiple generations of your family come together to embark upon the journey of a lifetime. Multigenerational travel is a movement that allows precious…

Do you like to walk? Does wandering in a city with no particular destination appeal to you? I love to walk and always make it a priority to research a city’s walkability before I visit. There are many walkable cities in the USA that are great for women over 50…

Getting lost in a museum for hours is one of my favorite pastimes, whether it’s pondering the stories of the past and present or uncovering the vibrant world of contemporary artists and experiencing the world through their eyes…

The famous French term “La Bise,” pronounced “la beez” is defined as an exchange of air kisses on each cheek. This greeting may be practiced on each side of the cheek, one or two times, and sometimes as many as four times per cheek, depending on where…

Are you mulling over where to go for your next holiday? After several tricky years, suddenly the world is our oyster! Interestingly, though, that doesn’t seem to make the decision any easier, possibly because as the years pass and we understand…

Last year, for the first time, I traveled with a borrowed carry-on for a two-week international trip. I had always traveled with a checked bag, mostly filled with way more than I needed. Switching to the carry-on forced me to rethink how I pack…

Do you enjoy hiking? Many women our age find hiking enjoyable. There’s no better feeling than sliding into my hiking boots and setting out to lose myself (not literally) in nature. Hiking is an excellent activity for us for several reasons…

The one thing you probably do know about Tuscany is that it’s one of the most visited regions in Italy, topped only by the Veneto, and also one of incredible beauty. Most visitors leave with memories of art-filled cities and medieval hilltop villages…