Category Archives: travel

On Becoming that Little Old Lady

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Agingadventurer

I am old and female but I still have more travelling to do. When a woman said that my smile was bigger than I was…perhaps she knew I was shrinking? My goal is to see all the countries of the … Continue reading →

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It was so great to see the old people cleaning up the beach!

Posted on July 10, 2022 by Agingadventurer

The Captain spoke these words over the Public Address System of the ship. At first I laughed as most of us were older than 60, well maybe 70; at least 3 in their 80’s. Even though English is not his … Continue reading →

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Sunlight, Polar Bears and lots of Birds

Posted on July 5, 2022 by Agingadventurer

The night before the early morning flight from Paris to Longyearbyen ( the northern most airport in the world) I kept my curtains open to appreciate the darkness as I would not see it for more than a week. Upon … Continue reading →

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There’s No More Room!

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Agingadventurer

There was a time when I would have packed the heels and left the down jacket behind. However, I’ve learned a few things over the years and have wised up just a bit. For example, I am going on a … Continue reading →

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A Quick Visit to Central Oregon

Posted on June 5, 2022 by Agingadventurer

First of all, I stayed in two incredible hotels. The first night was in Redmond at a place called SPC, or Soul, Community, Planet. It is marketed as Holistic Hospitality. And they offer “next-level wellness amenities, close proximity to natural … Continue reading →

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Crater Lake, Oregon in the Spring Time

Posted on May 30, 2022 by Agingadventurer

Snow, snow and more snow. While visiting in the last week of May, I was surprised to hear that I probably would not get access to the lake shore before July. It was still a beautiful site to behold. The … Continue reading →

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Anticipating the Arctic Circle

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Agingadventurer

I”ve never been this far North and realize that I may be one of the last generations to experience this land.The Smithsonian Institute is joining forces with the French shipping line, Le Ponant, to provide the comfort and education for … Continue reading →

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Travelling Just to Travel

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Agingadventurer

Many years passed since I’ve visited New York City, at least 15. Walking through favorite neighborhoods along with the new icons were beckoning. And a note to anyone who plans on going soon: every place I went I had to … Continue reading →

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Deluxe Nights in French Chateaux

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Agingadventurer

Backroads Adventure Travel offers premiere inns on some of their trips. The upgrade is worth it. My dream vocation would be to scout out these places around the world. I’ve done six trips with them so far and I’ve yet … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Anxiety Spoil Your Adventure

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Agingadventurer

One has to work hard to have fun while traveling due to stress caused by the Covid pandemic. Preparation now includes having a back-up plan, making sure you have refundable hotels and airfare, and having properly done your research. The … Continue reading →

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