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Unleashing the Adventure: Cruising for Baby Boomers
Embark on a voyage of discovery and relaxation with our area on the site on cruising for Baby Boomers. As Baby Boomers approach or embrace their golden years, the lure of exploring new terrains, cultures and experiences remains undiminished. Cruising offers an ideal solution, combining leisure, adventure, and comfort all in one package.
Cruising provides an array of opportunities to meet like-minded individuals, immerse in diverse activities, and enjoy unparalleled amenities. Whether you seek the thrill of exotic destinations, the tranquility of peaceful seascapes, or the luxury of first-class services, cruising caters to each preference and creates lasting memories. Explore the world’s most stunning coastlines, vibrant cities and hidden gems in an environment that ensures safety, convenience and an unforgettable adventure. This form of Travel is also Stress-free, allowing Baby Boomers to focus on relaxation and enjoyment rather than logistics.
From short getaways to extensive voyages, cruises offer a variety of options suitable for any schedule and budget. With safety and convenience at the forefront, cruising is indeed a fantastic choice for Baby Boomers seeking to infuse their Retirement years with exciting adventures and memorable experiences.
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Overtourism has become a pressing issue for popular destinations like Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which welcomed 17 million visitors in 2023 alone. As the influx of travelers overwhelms local resources, residents feel the strain, with soaring housing prices and stagnant wages exacerbating the problem.…
Overtourism has become a pressing issue for popular destinations like Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which welcomed 17 million visitors in 2023 alone. As the influx of travelers overwhelms local resources,…
Overtourism has become a pressing issue for popular destinations like Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which welcomed 17 million visitors in 2023 alone. As the influx of travelers overwhelms local resources, residents feel the strain, with soaring housing prices and stagnant wages exacerbating the problem. Protests in various Spanish cities last summer highlighted the locals' frustrations with the tourists and the lack of affordable rentals during the peak season. The episode explores the stark income disparity between wealthy visitors and lower-paid locals, and the impact of vacation rentals on the …
Max Hartshorne
December 23, 2024 
Send us a textIn my effort to portray cruising in all its diversity, now for something completely different. This week The Joy of Cruising Podcast is delighted to welcome Cris Kostiuk, creator of Cris the Cruising Duck Man. Let me preface by saying that for the most part up until recently, I have be…
Send us a textIn my effort to portray cruising in all its diversity, now for something completely different. This week The Joy of Cruising Podcast is delighted to welcome Cris Kostiuk, creator of Cris…
Send us a textIn my effort to portray cruising in all its diversity, now for something completely different. This week The Joy of Cruising Podcast is delighted to welcome Cris Kostiuk, creator of Cris the Cruising Duck Man. Let me preface by saying that for the most part up until recently, I have been rather ambivalent toward the phenomenon of hiding and finding toy ducks on cruise ships. First of all, I assumed it would be a short-lived trend that would fade away. Wrong! Secondly, I kind of thought it was mainly for kids—and since I no longer have young children to cruise with I have “age…
Paul Thornton
December 22, 2024 
Hear about travel to Ushuaia, Argentina, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Naomi Linford from "Forever Out Of Office" about her winter trip to the southernmost city in the world.Why should you go to Ushuaia?Naomi says, "I think it has the kind of status as one of those places that you go to, to say y…
Hear about travel to Ushuaia, Argentina, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Naomi Linford from "Forever Out Of Office" about her winter trip to the southernmost city in the world.Why should you go to Us…
Hear about travel to Ushuaia, Argentina, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Naomi Linford from "Forever Out Of Office" about her winter trip to the southernmost city in the world.Why should you go to Ushuaia?Naomi says, "I think it has the kind of status as one of those places that you go to, to say you've been to the most southern city in the world. But there's just so much more to see: glaciers, national parks, and a lot of history. The area has to offer that you can explore by spending a bit more time there. It's where the tail of the Andes meets the open ocean, and you get that final fronti…
Chris Christensen
December 21, 2024 Send us a textI am delighted to welcome back to The Joy of Cruising Podcast Mikkel and Dan, creators of the Sometimes Sailing cruise website and Instagram. Mikkel and Dan are special friends, and this is a special episode. I got to know Mikkel and Dan when I wrote about Sometimes Sailing in my new…
Send us a textI am delighted to welcome back to The Joy of Cruising Podcast Mikkel and Dan, creators of the Sometimes Sailing cruise website and Instagram. Mikkel and Dan are special friends, and this…
Send us a textI am delighted to welcome back to The Joy of Cruising Podcast Mikkel and Dan, creators of the Sometimes Sailing cruise website and Instagram. Mikkel and Dan are special friends, and this is a special episode. I got to know Mikkel and Dan when I wrote about Sometimes Sailing in my new release The Joy of Cruising Again http://amzn.to/3lAfyON where I wrote about their penchant for small ship cruising as well as “ship-within-a-ship” spaces, for instance, Celebrity Cruises The Retreat, Norwegian Haven, and Princess Cruises Medallion Class. I hosted Sometimes Sailing on The Joy o…
Paul Thornton
December 18, 2024 
Ep 105: Today’s episode visits the theme of travel and the evolution of travel since our last travel-themed episode. As retirees look to make the most of their newfound freedom, travel becomes an essential way to explore the world and discover new experiences. But as travel trends evolve, how can …
Ep 105: Today’s episode visits the theme of travel and the evolution of travel since our last travel-themed episode. As retirees look to make the most of their newfound freedom, travel becomes an es…
Ep 105: Today’s episode visits the theme of travel and the evolution of travel since our last travel-themed episode. As retirees look to make the most of their newfound freedom, travel becomes an essential way to explore the world and discover new experiences. But as travel trends evolve, how can retirees align their adventures with meaningful goals—whether that's staying active, bonding with family, or prioritizing longevity? In this episode, we’ll explore the biggest travel trends set to define 2025 and 2026, and how they can help retirees build more enriching, intentional travel exper…
Benjamin Smith
December 18, 2024 Let’s talk shoes! I can finally share about the new and incredible best online shoe deals site. If you love a great deal, you’ll be doing the happy dance like I did.Quote of the day: “The world is at your feet, so make sure you’re wearing great shoes.” Have Shoes Will TravelDo …
Let’s talk shoes! I can finally share about the new and incredible best online shoe deals site. If you love a great deal, you’ll be doing the happy dance like I did.Quote of the day: “Th…
Let’s talk shoes! I can finally share about the new and incredible best online shoe deals site. If you love a great deal, you’ll be doing the happy dance like I did.Quote of the day: “The world is at your feet, so make sure you’re wearing great shoes.” Have Shoes Will TravelDo you know how companies discontinue items from season to season? Well, the Drew Shoe Corporation has launched an Online Shoe Deals site where you can get fabulous shoes for an amazing value—as low as $12.77.Insider discount: In addition to the low prices on this site, you can get 10% off with m…
Jodie Filogomo
December 18, 2024 
The Warriors Honor Cruise is dedicated to honoring and supporting our nation’s Purple Heart recipients. We strive to provide these brave individuals with a well-deserved break from their daily challenges through a rejuvenating cruise experience. We aim to create a supportive and relaxing environme…
The Warriors Honor Cruise is dedicated to honoring and supporting our nation’s Purple Heart recipients. We strive to provide these brave individuals with a well-deserved break from their daily chall…
The Warriors Honor Cruise is dedicated to honoring and supporting our nation’s Purple Heart recipients. We strive to provide these brave individuals with a well-deserved break from their daily challenges through a rejuvenating cruise experience. We aim to create a supportive and relaxing environment where veterans can connect, heal, and enjoy quality time with their loved ones. By offering this unique opportunity, we express our deepest gratitude for their service and sacrifice, ensuring they know they are not forgotten.Mission StatementOur mission as a non-profit organization is to help Uni…
David Willis
December 17, 2024 Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I present to you something quite different than what you are used to hearing from me. It’s a cruise news story—an absolutely amazing one. First, let me welcome to the show Cailyn. Joshua is an en…
Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I present to you something quite different than what you are used to hearing from me. It’s a crui…
Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I present to you something quite different than what you are used to hearing from me. It’s a cruise news story—an absolutely amazing one. First, let me welcome to the show Cailyn. Joshua is an entrepreneur in Tulsa, Oklahoma who is a central figure in said cruise news story, and as a busy entrepreneur was not able to join us. I don’t normally cover cruise news. I leave that up to others who are renown and much better than I am about covering that sort of thing. However, Cailyn and her fam…
Paul Thornton
December 15, 2024 
Get into the spirit of the holiday season episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast where travel writer Rose Palmer calls in from The Riverside Debussy riverboat, gliding down the Rhine River, midway through an 8-day Christmas Market river cruise that started in Amsterdam …
Get into the spirit of the holiday season episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast where travel writer Rose Palmer calls in from The Riverside Debussy riverboat, gliding do…
Get into the spirit of the holiday season episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast where travel writer Rose Palmer calls in from The Riverside Debussy riverboat, gliding down the Rhine River, midway through an 8-day Christmas Market river cruise that started in Amsterdam and will end in Frankfurt. Read her story about her experiences, here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/luxury-christmas-market-cruise-on-the-riverside-debussy/ Follow Rose's adventures on her site: https://quiltripping.com/ Follow Big Blend Radio's "Quiltripping Travel with Rose" Podcast here:…
Lisa Smith
December 12, 2024 Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Melissa Davis, and have a conversation with her about how she grew from running Port Shopping Programs onboard cruise ships to providing Port Shopping information and runnin…
Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Melissa Davis, and have a conversation with her about how she grew from r…
Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Melissa Davis, and have a conversation with her about how she grew from running Port Shopping Programs onboard cruise ships to providing Port Shopping information and running to all cruisers as a private entrepreneur.After running shopping programs on Crystal Cruises, Regent, Oceania, Viking, and Marella, and launching the first and only onshore shopping program on Viking River Cruises, Melissa decided to create an online recommended and guaranteed shopping program…
Paul Thornton
December 11, 2024 
