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December 29, 2020
There’s only one Wytheville (pronounced WITH-vill). You can search all over the world but you will not find another town with the name of Wytheville. In addition to the unique name, there are lots of special things to do in Wytheville VA, a charming small town in Southwest Virginia. Majestic mountains, rolling hills, lush forests, […]
December 9, 2020
With a population of just a few thousand people, the small, picturesque city of Abingdon has much to offer, including several historically significant sites, gorgeous architecture, food, wine, and coffee culture, and an artsy vibe. Moreover, its location in the Blue Ridge Mountains in southwestern Virginia makes it a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, adding to […]
December 8, 2020
“Oh, come on…let’s do it!” pleaded Alison, my travel buddy and co-founder of Boomer Travel Media. “Small ship Alaska cruises are at the top of my bucket list.” I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical. For one thing, I’m more of a “tropical adventure” kind of girl vs. a “glacial eco-nature” type. But perhaps more […]
December 3, 2020
Overflowing with its own blend of bohemian-tropical charm, the Florida Keys are one of the few U.S. destinations that wield a magnetic appeal on the Baby Boomer generation. Key West holidays are some of the most popular in the US and for good reason! The Florida Keys is a string of small islands floating in […]
November 19, 2020
Cape Town, also known as “the Mother City” of South Africa, finds itself on several “places to visit” lists for 2014. And for good reason. It’s an exciting city, with lots of adventures and amusements. You’ll never run out of adventurous activities in Cape Town! Hike to the Top of Lion’s Head Lion’s Head is […]
November 11, 2020
Poland. It was one of the few countries in Central Europe that I had not visited. Previously, when I thought of the best places to visit in Poland, all I could conjure were gloomy images of tragedy, poverty, and food lines. But I was wrong, so wrong. What I found was a country that boasts […]
November 5, 2020
Island Hopping Croatia Updated 2020 Sometimes your journeys transform in unexpected ways. That’s how my cruise on the Dalmatian Islands turned out. What began as a solo trip visiting Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice National Park, and Bosnia, ended with a sensational island-hopping adventure, gathering up other women from other countries, and forming what became a girls’ […]
October 24, 2020
When you ask Baby Boomers for their travel Bucket List, a trip to Australia is always near the top. There’s just something about the land down under that sparks wanderlust in us, and Cairns attractions are among the top of the list! Australia is not just a country, it’s an entire continent, so choosing a […]
October 23, 2020
Odessa in Ukraine is a port city on the Black Sea, founded in 1794 (relatively young compared to Kiev or Lviv) by the Russian Empress Catherine the Great. Its reputation as the summer capital and the number of things to do in Odessa Ukraine draws in visitors who are eager to stroll around the city’s […]
September 8, 2020
The Outer Banks (also called OBX) of North Carolina is home to one of the most pristine swaths of coastline in the United States. Comprised of four barrier islands, each with its own unique beaches, dunes, piers, seclusion or amenities, and vibes, determining which one contains the best beach in the Outer Banks is no […]
