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Baby Boomer Travel
The Allure of Malta: The Gem of the Mediterranean
Capture the timeless allure of Malta, where ancient wonders, vibrant culture, an...
Backpacking Beyond Youth: Exploring the World as a Senior
Enter upon a journey of discovery and adventure beyond youth, as seniors redefin...
10 Travel Mistakes to Avoid for Your Next Adventure
Discover essential tips to ensure a seamless and unforgettable adventure by avoi...
Exploring Perth: Australia’s West Coast Treasure
Discover the vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and hidden treasures of Perth...
Ethereal Beauty of Iceland: A Journey Through Fire and Ice
Commence on a journey to explore Iceland's diverse landscapes, from the fiery de...
Wales: Unveiling the Hidden Gems Beyond the Dragon’s Land
Step into the enchanting world of Wales, where rugged coastlines, medieval castl...
Best Travel Destinations for Seniors
Explore senior-friendly travel destinations across the globe, offering the perfe...
Travel Hiccups: Navigating Weather and Transport Challe...
Navigating unexpected travel hiccups, from weather delays to technical issues, c...
Egypt, Treasures of the Nile
December 9 – 20, 2020 Come along as we cruise Egypt’s famous River Nile on a ver...
Egypt, Holidays on the Red Sea
Come along as we celebrate Christmas and New Year on Egypt's Red Sea Riviera The...
Egypt, Dahab a slow traveler’s paradise
January 2 – February 28, 2021 Catching up on the blog. Here’s a recap of the two...
2021: the year in review – how we traveled to 16 countr...
Another year of travel is coming to a close, never in our wildest dream did we e...
2 months in Croatia and the Balkans
Read about the summer we spent exploring Croatia and the Balkans with our grandc...
A four day escape to Borneo in search of Orangutans
June 27 – July 1, 2022 While in Bali, I was researching things to do in Indonesi...
2022: the year in review
In this post you will read about the 7 countries we visited in 2022 with some of...
2023: the year in review
Happy New Year! 2023: the year in review In this post, you can read about the 7 ...
One month touring around Sri Lanka. Itinerary, accommod...
With winter just around the corner, I know many of you are looking for a warm de...
Of Harriet Tubman and great blue herons
Maybe not everyone thinks of pairing bird-watching with African-American history...
Yurt, sweet yurt – a camping adventure
Our camping experiences date to Girl Scouts and, for me, a few miserable outings...
You can (sort of) go home again
There are a few places on earth where I feel like my soul is at home. Where the ...
New Mexico, muy encantando
Please see our New Mexico photo gallery. The last stop on our RoadScholar tour o...
Off the beaten path
Please see trip photographs on our portfolio site and video at end of post. We c...
Misty about Chincoteague
Chincoteague is less than two hours from our home, and yet we had never visited....
Quebec: Quelle surprise!
NOTE: Please see a portfolio of our Quebec photos. Part One of three parts At 6:...
Want maple syrup with that?
NOTE: Please see a portfolio of our Quebec photos. Part Two of three parts The a...
Giving the Lakes the Finger
Throughout the pandemic, we have observed a range of behaviors from people our a...
The Complicated-est Place on Earth
We are going to Walt Disney World in Orlando in February 2022. I thought I bette...
Disney: The Kids Were Alright
The two great-grandkids, 9 and 6, had a wonderful time. I have to get that out o...
Life is Full of Surprises
Dear Friends, As many of you know, my plucky mom is 96 years old and has been l...
Somebody’s Birthday!
Bob’s thirteen!!! They used to say one human year equals seven dog years, whi...
Inspired by Frida Kahlo
A national tour of art inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo that began to t...
Here, Kitty, Kitty
Since I am still catless, I have to get my cat fix where I can. This house on ...
Minnesota, At Last
After 2 1/2 years (thanks, Covid!) I finally got to go home to Minnesota and s...
Exploring Another Part of South Carolina
We’ve been camping in the mountains, enjoying the northwestern corner of our sta...
Election Day November 8
Midterm elections in the United States are on Tuesday. All elections are impor...
Thanksgiving Over the Years
Thanksgiving traditions that seemed set in stone when I was little are fond me...
Is It a Signal Tree?
Is this old water oak tree on a trail we frequent a signal or marker tree, mad...
Christmas Greetings
Just stopping by my blog this afternoon to tell you, we are busy getting ready ...
Our Very Own New Year Stinkhorn
Good morning, and Hello 2023! A year ago, last January, we hiked out of the de...
Charleston Naval Base Memorial
Charleston Naval Base We took advantage of a sunny 80 degree F day last week t...
Good Eatin’ in Conway
Ocean Fish Market Few places like this left on the South Carolina coast. The ol...
Sorry, I Needed a Break
Sorry, I Needed a Break I think it’s called ghosting these days, and honest — ...
Maybe There is Hope
This weekend an American icon stepped out of history to make an appearance in...
I’ve Lost My Voice
No, I'm not ill, not even sniffly, but my writer's voice has been stifled by ina...
Faking it with Orson Welles
Working with Orson Welles required a tough hide and a determination to do a good...
Mutton Dressed as Lamb
I allowed my two beautiful daughters to survive their teenage years, and now the...
Not Your Norman Rockwell Park Experience
Local concerts in the park have been among summer's greatest pleasures. A gather...
Live Like a Local in Paris
Now is your opportunity to live in Paris like a Parisian! My friend Andie's ex...
Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #27 – What’s In a Name? Ed...
I think my ongoing back pain issues are playing with my mind. I thought Thursday...
Slinky: A Boomeresque Tangle
When I was a child, not only couldn’t we entertain ourselves with I-Pads, we eve...
Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #28 – Self Pity Party Edition
I’m supposed to be writing this from Mexico City where we planned to visit our d...
Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #29 – Cheer Me Up, Please ...
During the winter here in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States in the no...
Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #30 – Love is All You Need...
Next Friday is Valentine’s Day. However, I thought it would be a good idea to st...
Avoiding the Covid 19 Corona Virus: Namaste?
The 2020 appearance of Covid-19, a novel Corona virus, has infectious disease ex...
Will You Still Love Me When I’m 66? Global Pandemic Edi...
As it does for many people, my birthday usually prompts some introspection about...
A New Boomeresque Tangle in the Time of Covid 19- Viru
I’m writing this while under a “Stay at Home” Order issued by the Governor of th...
Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #31 – I’m Baaaaaack Edition
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Hump Day Zentangle Challenge #32 – Best Laid Plans Edition
If you share my Boomeresque age demographic, you have learned, probably repeated...
Discover the Beauty of Nature’s Way
If you are staying in Darwin, you should definitely think about spending some ti...
Places to visit in Perth in 2021
If you’re planning to visit Perth this year, you’ll want to be sure you visit al...
Unusual Places To Visit in Australia
Australia is a huge country, with landscapes varying from dense rainforests, rug...
Pura Ulun Danau Bratan: water temple
Leaving Munduk in Bali, travelling on to Sanur, we visited the beautiful Hindu-B...
Diving in Semporna
Semporna is on the north-east corner of the island of Borneo, in the country of ...
Is there life after lockdown?
It’s August, and I’ve hardly been out of the house since the Covid-19 lockdown s...
First Dry Suit dives!
Like many of us, my travel and diving plans for this year have changed, and I’m ...
Have You Heard of Gyor, a Lovely Place in Hungary?
We show you all the things to see in Győr, a lovely place in Hungary. This city...
The Historic Blue-Dye Factory Museum in Pápa, Hungary
The Blue-Dye Museum in Pápa is a fascinating place to visit. The complete facto...
6 Best Road Trips to See Morocco’s Beautiful Landscapes
6 road trips to wow you. See the beautiful landscapes of Morocco: endless mount...
Stunning Landscape Photos to Inspire a Morocco Roadtrip
See more than 70 stunning landscape photos of Morocco. We want to inspire you t...
10 Places to visit near Prague on a Czech Road Trip
A road trip through the Czech countryside to 10 interesting sites: World Herita...
An Extensive Road Trip through Bosnia and Herzegovina
Take our road trip through Bosnia and Herzegovina to inspire your own itinerary...
Discover Cetinje, Europe’s most Laid-Back Capital City
Discover Cetinje with its palaces and stately former embassies. The Royal Capit...
Take a Hungary Road Trip to see these Remarkable Places
On this western Hungary road trip, you will experience 7 unusual, outstanding a...
Visit Antalya Museum to see Turkey’s Ancient Treasures
The Antalya Museum shows an outstanding collection of Lycian, Roman and Byzanti...
How Overland Travellers Deal With The Corona Crisis
Overland travellers are different to other tourists. Here they tell their stori...
COVID-19: a Challenging Time for Overland Travellers
12 more stories of overland travellers facing the challenges due to COVID-19. E...