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How to Stay Healthy During Summer Travel

By Dr. Ehsan Ali− Summertime means great weather, lots of sunshine, longer days and for many people, vacation time. When thinking about summer and health, many people falsely believe that less people have medical or health ailments during the summer. People generally correlate cold weather with health conditions such as

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Taking That First Leap: Zip Lining in Costa Rica

By Teresa Hoy– I zip lined for the first time in Costa Rica. At fifty-seven, I was apprehensive because I’m afraid of heights, but I was also determined to experience the thrill of zipping through the forest canopy. Dreams Las Mareas Resort, on the Pacific coast, set up the adventure

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Top Tips for Your First Over 50's Cruise
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Top Tips for Your First Over 50’s Cruise

Are you ready to jump on the over-50’s cruise bandwagon? With amazing cruise deals coming and going, you’re at a time in your life where you’ve finally got the time to be able to take a relaxing cruise around your favorite areas of the world. Whether you’re embarking on a

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Luggage that Goes the Extra Mile
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Luggage that Goes the Extra Mile

If you are looking for hard side luggage which offers all of the latest features, the Sympatico luggage collection from Briggs and Riley has it all, and then some. This well-designed range of hard side luggage includes a range of the most innovative features, such as the Smartlink system, which

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How to Plan the Perfect Over 50’s Holiday
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How to Plan the Perfect Over 50’s Holiday

By Carol Trehearn – Not all holiday destinations are perfect for over 50’s who want to go on a holiday. Some destinations are more suited to young families, while other places aim to satisfy the requirements of young couples. This and other factors need to be considered before you decide

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5 modern car features for more luxuries road trips
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5 Modern Car Features for More Luxurious Road Trips

By Jim Burch – With gas prices at a low, driving is now at a high. AAA reports the median gas price in America sits right at $2 per gallon, the lowest it has been in years. But while fuel prices drop, airline fees stay mostly the same, which means

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How to Capture Your Travel Memories
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Creative Crafting: How to Capture Your Travel Memories

By Patrick Vernon – Whether you’ve traveled around the world, been to your favorite location for the 100th time or you’ve explored a new place that you want to remember forever then capturing your travel memories is something that you really need to do. But the question is how? Here

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Winter Breaks to Portugal
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Winter Breaks to Portugal

By Amelia Harwood – Portugal is home to some of Europe’s most beautiful coastlines, and if you’re looking for a warmer climate to enjoy come winter then making your way to the southern region of Algarve will provide you with the perfect break from the colder and darker regions of the

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How to make the most of your cruise trip
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How to Make the Most of Your Cruise Trip

By Tammy Wynds – Cruising is one of the most popular ways to vacation, and it is easy to understand why: you can visit multiple destinations, without the hassle of packing or unpacking, and all whilst enjoying the luxury amenities of today’s modern liners. If you’ve never been on a cruise,

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5 great east coast destinations
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5 Great East Coast Escapes

Sometimes the city feels like a big place. The stress of work, the anxiety of social commitments and the approaching holidays can be overwhelming. However, you can get away easier than you might think. A short drive can replace those cityscapes with quaint towns and beautiful valleys. Here’s a look

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Chilean Bike Tour Quenches Baby Boomer’s Thirst for Adventure

By Gregg Marston – According to CNN, 80% of seniors have the desire to travel to a place they have never visited. Seniors are healthier than ever, with many looking for an active vacation to satisfy their wanderlust. With this in mind, travelers should flock to Chile where the landscapes,

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summer escapes
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5 Secluded Vacation Spots in North America

By Kyla Stelling – Many times the most popular vacation destinations get overrun with tourists, and the cost of activities are astronomical. To save some money and break free from the typical summer tourist crowds, there are several alternative destinations to explore. If you’re looking for an escape into the

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A Summery Winter Trip to Sydney

By Sarah Green – As the Northern Hemisphere leads towards summer, the extreme heat may be too hot for over 50s who are looking for a more moderate temperature.  Interestingly enough, Sydney, Australia boasts 340 days of good weather so during their winter months (June through August) the heat averages

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Santa Barbara to San Francisco by Train

By Bonnie Carroll– Sensational scenery with City Adventures and Pleasurable Plates   I recently took the Amtrak Coast Starlight train from Santa Barbara to San Jose where I transferred to a CalTrain for Palo Alto to meet my daughter, who was visiting from Canada to attend a conference at the

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Hot Air Ballooning in Albuquerque

By Bonnie Carroll− Life is But a Thermal Airship Dream As I was waiting in my hotel lobby for the Rainbow Ryder van to whisk me away at dawn to the open field where all the staff were preparing for the morning air balloon departures, I wondered if I was

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Camping in Central Oregon

By Carol Lovegren Miller – I hate having to eat my words; they taste bad. Maybe I should have been more gracious when I spoke them.  For decades I have scorned R.V. owners as not being true campers.  After seven summers of living in a 19-foot trailer with my family

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