By Alex Clark-McGlenn – Tourists can be the target of all kinds of crimes. From pickpockets to con artists, and even violent muggings, tourists just stick out more than locals. However, there are some cities and countries out there that are simply safer to travel than others. Here are five
By Lilli Zaloumis – Historically, boating has been a man’s sport. While the fresh sea air and the sound of the waves is enjoyed by any gender, the discipline it takes to captain one’s own vessel and the labor it takes to maintain it — washing, painting, scraping, patching, and
By Kendra Bergstrom – Traveling can be stressful, but it can be especially stressful if you have hearing loss. While some people love the feeling of exploring an unknown area, others dread it. Constant fears about missing your stop, losing your passport or even forgetting extra batteries for your hearing
By Thomas Bruce – Located just north of Corolla is Carova Beach. Carova Beach is an 11 mile stretch of beach with beautiful vacation homes placed amongst the sand dunes. If you are staying in Carova, or simply want to check out the area, make sure that you arrive in
By M. Simpson− When you’re 50 or older, the last thing you want on your long-awaited and much-deserved vacation, is to suddenly discover you’ve been tossed together in a beach hotel with two thousand college students partying 24/7 during spring break week. When that happens, it’s no longer a vacation.
By Lori Cline – If you like to travel, you’re not alone. In 2014, leisure travelers spent more than 620 billion dollars in the United States. If you happen to stumble across some really different places to go, travel becomes even more enjoyable, especially since you don’t have to bother
The Best of Mexican Family Food Love By Bonnie Carroll− During a recent visit to Puerto Vallarta I was delighted to join my ‘foodie’ friends on a “taco tour adventure”. Vallarta Food Tours gave us a first hand opportunity to eat, explore and experience the best food trucks, stands, restaurants
By Sophia Mann- India is on the bucket list of many globe trotters and adventurers, and even those simply who simply love to travel and revel in the differences of humanity. But it’s too big a land to be explored in one visit. The best is to zero down on
By Alison Stanton – You just finished helping your last-born child move into the dorms. And now it’s official—you are now empty nesters. While this is definitely a time of transition for you and your spouse and it’s normal to feel sad, it also can be a great opportunity to focus
By K.C. Dermody – Active, adventure travel is growing increasingly popular. In fact, it’s accelerated at a 65 percent yearly rate since 2009, according to the Adventure Tourism Market Study released last fall. But just because you’re over 50, 60, or even 70, doesn’t mean you can’t jump on the
By Lucille Zimmerman − It started as a crazy dream. Six years ago our daughter Taylor studied abroad for a semester when she attended Baylor University. Now our son was graduating from the University of Colorado, but since his program did not offer a study abroad opportunity Taylor suggested we
Dubai is a fabulous destination for tourists because of the welcoming atmosphere, luxury hotels, excellent beaches, exciting nightlife, and great shopping. You are almost certainly going to enjoy a holiday in this part of the world, but if you want to get the most out of your experience, you need to do some extra
By Monique Martel – The travel tips provided are to keep solo women travelers safe. Some of these, I heard from fellow travelers and their tales. Others I learned the painful way. Tip #1 Research your destination. Meticulously. Is the country a safe place for solo women travellers? Check the
By Carter Miller – Spring has arrived, and Rome hotels are welcoming the season’s first wave of international visitors through their doors. As well as flocking to see the ancient sites and visit the Vatican, many are also there to sample the tastes of Italian spring, also known as primavera.
By Robert Nielsen – If you’re thinking of setting sail on a Caribbean cruise, then a bit of planning beforehand will ensure that you will have the trip of a lifetime. The first question you should ask yourself is what do you need to pack? Check what facilities are available
By Michele McIntyre – A girls weekend in New Orleans is the perfect tonic when life gets a little too ordinary. Visiting at Christmas time was a bit surreal: Shouldn’t I be preparing for the holiday season rather than frolicking around the French Quarter with my girlfriends? Heck no! It
Spain is a very popular retirement location for British retirees. One of the many reasons for a move to Spain from the UK, aside from sunnier climate, healthier quality of life and slower pace of living, is the cost. It is notoriously cheaper to live in Spain than it is
By Louise Hoole – Planning a holiday alone? Louise Hoole explains why African safaris make the perfect sojourn for solo women of a certain age. “I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion,” philosopher Henry Thoreau once said, and
By Joana Armie – Although the concept of charm is largely subjective, when it comes to cities, there are accepted standards. The 10 cities below have drawn consistent ratings among travelers as the most charming in the world. Let us examine each in turn. Budapest – Hungary This is a
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