I am not sure I like the term “super-agers” any more than “anti-aging.” That said, let’s look at this topic from a positive perspective. Super-agers in their 70s and beyond who maintain exceptional physical and mental health are often enthusiastic about travel as part of their active and fulfilling lifestyles. The connection between super-agers and travel lies in several key benefits and motivations: Benefits of Travel for Super-Agers 1. Cognitive Stimulation Travel exposes super-agers to new environments, cultures, and experiences, which helps keep the brain engaged and improves cognitive function. Exploring unfamiliar places challenges the mind, offering problem-solving opportunities and…
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Halloween Nightmare: Put a warning on this!
This post contains information that may be too much for sensitive readers. It was Halloween 2022, and we were in Honolulu, so I thought I’d celebrate our day in Waikiki with this particular ice cream. Day 34; Happy Halloween In Honolulu I’m comfortable discussing bodily functions, but Louise is appalled by that. So, I will try to be as discreet as I can. So, there I am, on the plane to New Zealand, minding my own business, when I glance down and—BAM!—my poop is black. Not dark brown, not “maybe that’s just the lighting” dark, but full-on, no-holds-barred…
Riding Amtrak’s Vermonter
I came across a deal to watch the autumn leaves on a train from Saint Albans, about an hour and 15 south of Montreal and Vermont, down to Washington, D.C. It was a ridiculously cheap fare, but it was 13 hours. There was no way Louise would be inconsiderate on so many accounts, but she suggested my brother, and Greg was keen. Since I couldn’t turn around to get up at dawn the next day, we decided to stay in Washington for two nights. I don’t know what happened in the last three years, but hotels in big cities like…
Discovering the Mystique of the Forest of Brocéliande
It was precisely 10 years ago today that we took a trip to the Forest of Brocéliande, also known as Paimpont Forest, nestled in Brittany, France. Our two sons pestered us to visit, and it turned out to be a wonderful time. Famous for its legendary tales, breathtaking natural beauty, and historic sites, the forest blurs the line between myth and reality. Visitors are drawn to its mysterious allure, as the forest holds deep connections to the legends of King Arthur, Merlin the Wizard, and the elusive Lady of the Lake. A Glimpse into Brocéliande’s Mythological Ties A Landscape Steeped…
My 5 Top Solo Senior Female Travel Destinations
A Day Trip To Chambly, Quebec
Before you use Booking.com read this!
A recent second fire in Old Montreal made me revisit my comfort with using Booking.com for travel reservations, mainly hotels. I even recommend using the platform with Booking.com on the right side of my website, and I have historically had minor concerns. Now, I must add another significant caveat. Background According to the City of Montreal property records, the building was built in 1864 and is owned by Emile Benamor, who also owned the nearby heritage building on Place D’Youville that was destroyed by fire in March 2023. Montreal police have deemed that fire, which killed seven people, to be criminal,…
Senior Travel Planning – Men or Women?
Skydiving no longer on my bucket list
Sometimes, the best travel experiences are practically in your own backyard. That’s probably why I write so much about Montreal or local day trips. Stories about Montreal Unless you’re a full-time nomad, there are many opportunities to visit things closer to home. I’ve had this strange sense of urgency this year. It’s made me want to plan and schedule everything I want to do before I pass on. We did South America this spring, And I booked our trip to South Africa for next October. But it’s not all about travel. It’s also about certain things that I wanted to…
How I Cope with Reduced Hearing
A couple of years ago, I noticed that my hearing seemed to be deteriorating. So I decided to get tested, and sure enough, I’d lost 60% of my hearing in my left ear, and it was also distorting. While diminished a small amount, my right ear was well within the norm for my age group. Then I looked into hearing aids, and as many of you will know, if you’ve had to look into this, the cost is ridiculous. Canadian healthcare pays a maximum of $500. Under my healthcare plan, the payment was $1500, but I couldn’t apply again for…