Embracing the Joys of Travel: Endless Adventures for Baby Boomers
Maybe our Love of travel was sparked early on by Ricky Nelson’s iconic song “Travelin’ Man” from the early 60s, or perhaps it was all those memorable Family road trips we took as kids. Regardless, travel organizations like Expedia know that rather than slowing down, we Boomers are redefining the art of travel, seeking opportunities for discovery and Growth.
We Boomers are particularly drawn to ‘experiential travel,’ often focusing on unique and immersive experiences. Many of us are actively working on our bucket lists, opting for hands-on learning adventures like guided bicycle trips through Vienna and Prague, or opportunities to go ‘behind the scenes’ and engage in activities such as dining with locals, participating in archaeological digs, or even joining the crew on a four-masted schooner. As Simon and Garfunkel sang, “Sail on, silver girl!”
Even when travel presents challenges, our collective wanderlust remains strong. Whether it’s Group Travel, family travel, or Adventure Travel, we Boomers are all in! Explore our travel resources to find inspiration for your next great adventure, and embrace the endless possibilities that await.
Many people dream of becoming an airline pilot, while many pilots eventually dream of retiring early. Retiring at 55 offers more time for family, travel, hobbies, or a new chapter outside aviation, bu…
Many people dream of becoming an airline pilot, while many pilots eventually dream of retiring early…
Many people dream of becoming an airline pilot, while many pilots eventually dream of retiring early. Retiring at 55 offers more time for family, travel, hobbies, or a new chapter outside aviation, but it is not simply an age decision. It is a financial and lifestyle decision.In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we discuss what pilots need to consider before leaving the cockpit 10 years before mandatory retirement.Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 259. What Pilots (& Others) Should Consider 5 Years Before Mandatory RetirementEp 322. How Airline Pilots Can Make the Most of Their Pro…
Send us Fan MailWe talk a lot about Travel Rewards on this show so this week Travel Expert Onanta Forbes joins me to discuss how to double dip to help you to earn those rewards faster. And then we&apo…
Send us Fan MailWe talk a lot about Travel Rewards on this show so this week Travel Expert Onanta Fo…
Send us Fan MailWe talk a lot about Travel Rewards on this show so this week Travel Expert Onanta Forbes joins me to discuss how to double dip to help you to earn those rewards faster. And then we'll head to Quebec and visit the Gaspe region and in particular Perce Rock, one of Canada's most iconic natural landmarks overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.Support the show
When someone you love receives a diagnosis of serious illness, the romantic relationship you’ve built suddenly enters uncharted territory. Love and chronic illness are not natural partners, and yet …
When someone you love receives a diagnosis of serious illness, the romantic relationship you’ve bu…
When someone you love receives a diagnosis of serious illness, the romantic relationship you’ve built suddenly enters uncharted territory. Love and chronic illness are not natural partners, and yet countless couples navigate this intersection every day, discovering that romance doesn’t vanish when illness enters the door. Instead, it transforms.
Running With Cat chronicles exactly this kind of transformation through Anthony Copeland-Parker’s deeply personal account of life with his partner Catherine after her Early-Onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis. What emerges from these stories is not a t…
Fitz Koehler tackles listener questions about exercise, tracking progress, moderation, endurance fuel, and the upcoming GLP-1 conversation.
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Fitz Koehler tackles listener questions about exercise, tracking progress, moderation, endurance fuel, and the upcoming GLP-1 conversation.
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What does it take to serve nearly 20 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret in some of the world's most dangerous environments—and then channel those experiences into writing a gripping novel?
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What does it take to serve nearly 20 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret in some of the world's most da…
What does it take to serve nearly 20 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret in some of the world's most dangerous environments—and then channel those experiences into writing a gripping novel?
On this episode of The MisFitNation, we're joined by U.S. Army Special Forces Veteran and Author Alex Dekker, who spent nearly two decades serving with the legendary 5th Special Forces Group before joining the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC). Throughout his career, Alex deployed multiple times to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other locations around the world, operating at the highest levels …
Send us Fan MailIs the U.S. healthcare system designed to help patients—or profit from them? In this episode, Sandy Kibling speaks with Adam Cunningham, founder of Sylk Health, about the soaring cos…
Send us Fan MailIs the U.S. healthcare system designed to help patients—or profit from them? In th…
Send us Fan MailIs the U.S. healthcare system designed to help patients—or profit from them? In this episode, Sandy Kibling speaks with Adam Cunningham, founder of Sylk Health, about the soaring cost of medical care in America and why many people delay treatment, live with chronic pain, or face overwhelming medical debt.Adam shares the personal experiences that inspired him to create Sylk Health, a platform that allows patients to compare surgery prices at internationally accredited hospitals in China with prices in the United States. They discuss how procedures costing tens of thousands of …
It’s August, which brings back vivid memories of August one year ago, when my husband and I were in the throes of packing, organizing, purging, planning, and preparing for our move from Denver to a …
It’s August, which brings back vivid memories of August one year ago, when my husband and I were i…
It’s August, which brings back vivid memories of August one year ago, when my husband and I were in the throes of packing, organizing, purging, planning, and preparing for our move from Denver to a small town somewhere in the middle of Missouri. At least I think it’s in the middle of Missouri. I’m still not sure.
Full disclosure, only one of us was deep in the throes of preparing. Having been raised in a tribe which thrives on not only being well-prepared, but over-prepared, I spent hours a day planning our move and deciding what to keep, what to through out, what to donate, etc. My husb…
Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly (aka Dr. Jo) is a Professor of Geology and a Research Affiliate at Berry College, Georgia. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS from the University of Nebrask…
Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly (aka Dr. Jo) is a Professor of Geology and a Research Affiliate at Berry Coll…
Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly (aka Dr. Jo) is a Professor of Geology and a Research Affiliate at Berry College, Georgia. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS from the University of Nebraska, and her BS from the University of Michigan. Over two decades, her research has been broad-scoping and impressive. She is the sole author of the award-winning and best-selling monograph Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features (Wiley, 2020). In continuation of her investigations in climate change, she received a Research Scientist position on a cruise to the International Territor…
“Your intuition is giving you the truth.”
In this episode, Nick shares insights on the importance of rest, self-awareness, and listening to your intuition to improve mental health and productivity…
“Your intuition is giving you the truth.”
In this episode, Nick shares insights on the importanc…
“Your intuition is giving you the truth.”
In this episode, Nick shares insights on the importance of rest, self-awareness, and listening to your intuition to improve mental health and productivity. He discusses personal experiences and practical questions to help you recognize when you’re feeling “off” and how to realign.
What to listen for:
The importance of rest and self-care
Recognizing signs of burnout and feeling off
Using intuition and body signals to guide actions
The role of self-awareness in mental health
The process of pausing and realigning during busy times
Personal stor…
July is Parks & Recreation Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate the beauty of America's public lands while learning how to explore them safely and responsibly.In this episode of Big Blen…
July is Parks & Recreation Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate the beauty of America'…
July is Parks & Recreation Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate the beauty of America's public lands while learning how to explore them safely and responsibly.In this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Podcast, award-winning travel writer Linda Ballou shares one of the most unforgettable stories from her memoir "Lost Angel Walkabout: One Traveler's Tales." Inspired by naturalist John Muir, Linda embarked on a horseback journey through California's magnificent High Sierra wilderness where unexpected accidents, injuries, and a dramatic helicopter rescue bec…
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