Category Archives: travel

Guyana is Much More than the Jonestown Massacre

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Agingadventurer

The first thing the local guides have to address is the tragedy that happened over 40 years ago. It took place in a remote area in the Northwest and certainly is not why I would recommend you go visit Guyana! … Continue reading →

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ABC’s of Traveling the Guianas

Posted on July 31, 2019 by Agingadventurer

With airplanes, boats and cars one can actually see all three of these countries (French Guiana is actually a Republic) in a week!  Luckily I discovered a travel agency called “Travel the Guianas” that not only made this possible but … Continue reading →

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Big Toe and the Jam

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Agingadventurer

Seriously? That was the name of the band playing at a local pub and listed as a “thing” for us to do after the Gala Dinner at my 50th College Reunion! I have to admit I happily skipped that particular … Continue reading →

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The Lounge Experience

Posted on May 6, 2019 by Agingadventurer

My last trip was most notable for the time spent in airports between flights.  First I had 12 hours at JFK and then 6 hours in AMS.  So, two days to get there! I was looking forward to seeing the … Continue reading →

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Cyprus Off-Season

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Agingadventurer

When I was in Lebanon a few years ago I was surprised how close I was to Cyprus.  Had I  done my research I would have visited at that time.  As I love Mediterranean food and climate I decided to … Continue reading →

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Our Expedition Followed Early Exploration

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Agingadventurer

Before my trip, Swoop Travel suggested I read “South: The Story of Shackleton’s 1914-1917 Expedition” and I followed that up by watching  PBS’s “Chasing Shackleton”.  I wasn’t sure if I should be frightened or excited to sail those waters!  The … Continue reading →

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Frivolity amid the Frozen Continent

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Agingadventurer

The whales, the seals and the penguins all provided fun and endless fascination. I could have spent every minute of my ten-day stint in Antarctica watching them. The continuous chatter of the penguins to the growling seals made me laugh.  … Continue reading →

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Nature’s Finest Art Gallery

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Agingadventurer

A friend asked me what my number one takeaway from Antarctica was….took me a day or so before recognizing that the pristine beauty and the overwhelming silence was clearly a moving master piece!    Some of these photos are mine … Continue reading →

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Finally the 7th Continent!!!!

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Agingadventurer

It has long been a dream but obstacles stood in the way.  As a single woman travelling alone cruise ships “per person based on double occupancy” pricing was one of those.  Another concern was 10 days on a ship.  And … Continue reading →

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Anticipating Antarctica

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Agingadventurer

I leave a week from tomorrow! My seventh continent has awaited my arrival for years and the excitement is almost overwhelming. I am nervous that there will be a delay in my flights, a government shutdown or an onset of … Continue reading →

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