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The Top 5 Destinations for Boomers in 2012

By Anna Dewinter – According to the United States Census Bureau, baby boomers are those Americans who were born between 1943 and 1964. During this
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Cruisising Tips

By Vicki Boster – Cruising is quickly becoming one of the most popular modes of vacation travel. With itineraries that take you to wonderful and fascinating
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Five Benefits of Cruising From One of 29 North American Ports

By Cruises-N-More – Great Deals From Miami, New Orleans, New York, Los Angeles, Seattle and Galveston, Texas Due to the expansion of the cruise industry
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Travel Review: Miami and the Florida Keys

By Michele McIntyre – After months of planning and anticipation, it’s finally time for our long-awaited vacation to Miami and the Florida Keys. My husband
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The Lodge at Turning Stone and Skana Spa

By Michele McIntyre – In Verona, thirty miles and just a few Thruway exits east of Syracuse, The Lodge at Turning Stone is a haven
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Taking Only Memories and Leaving Nothing Behind-Responsible Tourism

By Miriam Olin – Go Mo Places is all about Responsible Tourism; taking only memories and leaving nothing behind. Responsible Tourism, also known as Sustainable
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Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

By Michele McIntyre – If you get a chance to visit some of the acclaimed spas that the Scottsdale Arizona area has, I would recommend
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The City of Romance

By Victoria Boster – Venice is one of the most romantic cities in the world. There is something special and intimate about walking the narrow
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Romance on the Road: Take a Spring Road Trip

By Donna Hull- With the weather warming up on the Gulf Coast, why not greet spring on a romantic road trip http://www.roadtripamerica.com/? Just picture it,
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10 Things You Should Never Pack in Your Checked Bag

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) maintains a complex system of rules for transporting both carry-on items and checked bags on flights. Some objects are prohibited
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The Greenbrier Resort- a Historical Perspective

By Victoria Boster – Can you keep a secret? The people at the famous Greenbrier Resort did— for over 30 years!! Since 1778 people have
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1906 Lodge: Romantic Getaway

By Sue Gillingham – Lounging in front of a fireplace, snuggling in a heavenly bed, relaxing in a swirling spa tub, taking long walks on
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El Dorado Royale Resort & Spa and El Dorado Casitas Royale

By Amy Johnson – From the moment that I toured the El Dorado Royale and El Dorado Casitas Royale back in 2009 during a Karisma
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Romantic Valentine’s Day Getaways

By Jackie Silver – Good relationships are essential to happiness and emotional health, but our relationships can affect our physical health as well. According to
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What Boomers Absolutely Hate About Travel (And Why It’s Completely Reasonable to Do So)

By Doris Gallan – I adore travel — just about everything about it. I’ll go anywhere once: even destinations most people shun based on horrible
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Planning The Ultimate Travel Experience For Post 50s

By Doris Gallan – The chance to learn something new, have genuine experiences with locals, and get value for money: Are we asking too much
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The Art of Invisible Travel

By Meg Robbins – It is Saturday morning, and it is my birthday and the two, as we are all well aware, are a rare
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PGA National Resort, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

By Prudence Lay – Now that the hectic holiday season is past, you may be longing for a respite for a weary body and soul.
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Outstanding in the Field Farm Dinner

By Vicki Boster – You may or may not have heard of “field farm dinners”, but they are growing in popularity. Read the information from
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A Journey to My Past, Present and Future

By Prudence Lay – Although Christmas is past for another few months, I am reminded of the story “A Christmas Carol” as I think about
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Want Winter Warmth? Try Barbados

By Sharon Hurley Hall – Looking for a great winter holiday destination? Consider Barbados. Despite the images we see of celebrities on the beach at
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A Lovely Day in Kentucky

By Victoria Boster – Shaker Village, located in Pleasant Hill, KY is home to the largest restored Shaker community in the United States. As the
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Omni Mount Washington Resort

By Michele McIntyre – On a recent trip my family stayed for two nights at the majestic grand hotel, the Omni Mount Washington Resort. Wow!
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Simply Sensational – The Lamplight Inn and Ohio’s Amish Country

By Prudence Lay – Slightly south and west of Akron is Holmes County Ohio, an unassuming and little known area outside of the Ohio area.
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A Different Kind of Cathedral

By Prudence Lay – There are many cities in the world with grand cathedrals at their center. The countries of Europe, the United Kingdom, Mexico
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Looking for that Romantic Get Away?

Adair Country Inn & Restaurant By Prudence Lay – The Adair Country Inn & Restaurant is an intimate and romantic retreat located in the beautiful
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Shearer Hill Farm Bed and Breakfast

By Prudence Lay – If you are the type of person who likes to have an adventure at the same time you are relaxing in
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The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort and Spa

By Michele McIntyre- Fall in Vermont is breathtakingly beautiful. I visited with two girlfriends in mid-October for a girlfriend getaway spa hopping weekend at the
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Getting Your Best Travel Sleep

By Doris Gallan – The value of a good nights’ sleep, we’re told, cannot be undervalued. I say, double that when traveling. Without peaceful rest,
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Cycling Oregon’s Crater Lake Rim

By Carol Lovegren Milller – World-renowned bicyclist, Lance Armstrong, once declared Oregon’s Crater Lake rim to be a premier bicycle ride. Therefore, when my husband
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The New Voluntourists: Boomers Join the Ranks of Giving Travelers

By Doris Gallan – Volunteer vacations are increasingly popular as Baby Boomers seek to get more out of their down time than lying on a
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Primland Resort in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, Part 2

Julie Register experienced this resort spa in August 2011 By Julie Register – Primland Best deal on Golf: April Best time to see the Rhododendrons: June
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Primland Resort in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, Part 1

By Julie Register – Spa Feedback I entered the relaxation room at The Spa at Primland warm from the whirlpool and steam room and a little
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Re-Location and the New Mid-Life Makeover

By John Stakes – There’s no getting away from it, most of us are living longer. A modestly short retirement following a long working life
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First Steps in Moving Abroad

By Sharon Hurley Hall – Doris Gallan recently compared travel to living in a foreign country. She gave some tips on getting the most from
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Exploring the Holy Land-A Trip Like None Other

By Norine Rae – This summer was by far one of the most amazing times in my life as I explored the Holy Land with
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Camping to Rolls Royce’s in Banff & Jasper National Parks

By Carol Lovegren Miller – Banff & Jasper National Parks in Alberta Canada have something to please every taste, from an opulent hotel overlooking Lake Louise
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Antarctica For All Ages: The Trip of a Lifetime

By Chloe JonPaul – “After life in the vastness of a vacant continent, civilization seemed disappointingly narrow, cramped, superficial, and empty.” – Frank Hurley, photographer
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In Honor of 9/11-Make for Manhattan

By Sandra Glahn – I think I’ve made something like seven trips to New York City. Our like-a-daughter friend, Amanda, lives and works in Manhattan
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Wine Country Road Trip to Paso Robles, California

By Donna L. Hull – Are you ready for a wine country road trip? Although we’re still in the last days of summer, harvest season
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Keep Your Dream Trip From Turning Into a Nightmare

By Sandra Glahn – Have you begun the planning for a trip that you’ve dreamed about for months, maybe years? Make sure the trip doesn’t turn
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Taste of Travel-Say Yes to Yountville

Sporting six Michelin stars among 15 restaurants, including Bistro Jeanty, Bottega Ristorante, and Hotel Luca’s Cantinetta Piero, Yountville attracts the best of the best chefs,
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Travel vs. Living in a Foreign Country

By Doris Gallan – Traveling and living in a foreign country are about as different as smelling fresh-baked bread and actually savoring a warm slice
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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe

By Michele McIntyre – This part of our trip is meant for relaxation; after almost a week of sightseeing in SF and hiking all over
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West Sonoma Inn & Spa

A Cozy Boutique Hotel Near Wine Country By Prudence Lay – West Sonoma Inn & Spa, ensconced in the heart of the Russian River Valley
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Making Memories of a Lifetime

By Donna L. Hull— Climbing the steep steps of China’s Great Wall – you think it’s a memory that you’ll never forget. However, the sharpness
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A Day in Dubrovnik

By Vicki Boster – Commanding a splendid coastal location, Dubrovnik is one of the world’s most beautiful fortified cities. Situated on the picturesque Adriatic Coast,
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A Grand Adventure in the West-Snake River Lodge and Spa

By Prudence Lay, Feature Editor – The state of Wyoming contains some of the most spectacular and diverse scenery in America. Some of the most
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Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge-Yosemite National Park

By Michele McIntyre, Spa Examiner – After four days in the hustle and bustle of city life in San Francisco, I was ready for some
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Wildlife Adventure in Botswana

By Doris Gallan – I never gave much thought to the African country of Botswana. Probably couldn’t have found it on a map. Little did
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Our Rocky Mountain High

By Victoria Boster – The glaciers that once covered the Canadian Rockies retreated long ago, leaving behind an unmistakable beauty in the turquoise green lakes,
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Cruise Small in Big Alaska

By Donna L. Hull – Cruising in Alaska is the ultimate when it comes to connecting with nature. Mainline cruise companies have been plying the
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Great Packing Tips- For a Stylish Vacation

By JuliAnn Stitick – It’s vacation time again! There’s a right way and a wrong way to pack for your summer get-aways! As I thought
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Summer On The Trail

By Donna Hull – Summer’s finally here! There’s no better way to celebrate than spending a little time out on the trail. Whether you’re vacationing
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Calling All Quilt and Fabric Lovers

By Prudence Lay, Feature Editor ~ The small town of Sisters, Oregon is transformed every year on the second Saturday in July from a quiet
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Avoid Becoming a Victim with These Travel Safety Tips

By Doris Gallan – No one wants to think about it, but it can happen to any traveler: having your holiday ruined by the theft
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Getting Sick Abroad: Aachoo, Sniff, Hack, Cough

By Doris Gallan – When you live abroad, get sick, and you have to keep working, you sometimes wish for the conveniences you’re used to—like
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The French Stomach

By Doris Gallan – The French hold a reverence for sumptuous food and fine wine that’s found in very few other places in the world.
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Giddy-up: Don’t Leave Your Inner Cowgirl At Home

By Donna L. Hull – Is there an “I want to be a cowgirl” hidden somewhere on your “I want to do that” list?  You
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Firefall

By Susan Schaad – An unplanned trip to the mountains with friends An unfinished book conveys a treasure An unlikely adventure inspite of weather A
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Mardi Gras: Making Merry Around the World

By Doris Gallan – The grand-daddy of all Mardi Gras celebrations takes place in Rio de Janeiro and brings millions of tourists to Brazil each
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