A digest of audio posts produced by Travel Past 50. This collection includes interviews with travel experts and responses to favorite destinations, plus a couple travel radio interviews with Kris and Tom about their nomadic travels.
All about the shore excursions, hiking, kayaking, nature preserves, local culture, and onboard adventures during the Great Lakes Explorer cruise on Viking’s expedition ship Octantis.
The Viking Expedition cruise ship Octantis is sailing its first season on the Great Lakes. Find out what to expect from an expedition cruise, including scientific research, onboard laboratory and libraries, luxury amenities, and all the equipment to enjoy active excursions off ship.
Our check list of day hiking essentials includes tips and what to pack for nature hikes and city walks. Based on our experience, find the best day packs, top hiking shoes and boots, and what to pack for comfortable and safe day hikes and city tours.
An comprehensive discussion of the shoes and socks you need for the Camino de Santiago, along with tips on preventing and treating blisters.
Twenty travel stories from destinations and tour providers about reviving travel after the long impact of the pandemic. From start-up companies to major destinations, new initiatives speak to the future of travel.
Get in shape for travel with free online exercise classes for travelers over 50. Hundreds of options for all fitness levels include yoga, cardio, and strength workouts.
A list of National Parks and Monuments by state, with links to our stories about parks we’ve visited. There are 62 U.S. National Parks, including two in American Samoa and the United States Virgin Islands. Lots of other fun facts about National Parks.
Whether planning short bike rides close to home or longer cycling tours, gathering best cycling gear and bike clothing makes your ride safe and comfortable.
We all use photos to keep travel memories. Our images from 2019, of people and scenery, come from about 50 cities in seven countries, visited via 15 different itineraries. We traveled solo, together, and with family.