It’s important to take the time to unplug, unwind, and relax every now and again. A lot of people take vacation time to focus on taking a break and creating a positive work-life balance. Taking time for yourself is good, but taking a big vacation to do it is not always feasible. Fortunately, there’s more than one way to take a vacation. A staycation is a vacation that … [Read more...]
What Every Traveler with Chronic Illness Should Know
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 chronic health conditions derail your adventures. Just keep … [Read more...]
Essential Wintertime Driving Safety Tips for Baby Boomers
There are several things to look forward to during winter: the holidays, the excuse to stay in under the blankets with a mug of tea, and the peaceful silence that winter brings. On the other hand, there are also many things that can make winter not so enjoyable, especially as we get older. Easily one of the worst parts of winter is driving on snow- and ice-covered roads … [Read more...]
Central New York – Where It’s Fun to go Chasing Waterfalls
“I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.” ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne ~ I love waterfalls. Who doesn’t? Waterfalls are peaceful and majestic. They seem to have the same effect on us as fresh air after a thunderstorm rumbling through the area might. Whenever I have the chance to hike through the woods of New York, … [Read more...]
Why are More Women Over 50 Traveling Alone to See the World?
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 … [Read more...]
