Our region is filled with outdoor wonders
During the coronavirus pandemic’s quarantine and era of social distancing, many of us are finding comfort in nature. Spending time outdoors can lower stress, boost the immune system and enhance our well-being. As Henry David Thoreau wrote, “We can never have enough of nature.” The D.C. region has many parks, gardens and other places to enjoy the area’s natural biodiversity... READ MORE
Put these adventures on your bucket list
When we get back on the road after COVID-19 subsides, we’ll be “lookin’ for adventure,” as the rock band Steppenwolf put it. In anticipation of this hopefully not-too-distant day, I’ve put together a list of my favorite adventure trips for active older adults. So, if you need something to look forward to in the months or years ahead, here are a few destinations to... READ MORE
Caribbean island has unique dual culture
The tiny Caribbean island of French St. Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten offers tourists a chance for a traditional sun-and-sand getaway, but its unique dual culture keeps vacationers coming back year after year. The 36-square-mile island is the smallest land mass in the world that’s shared by two nationalities. Approximately 60% of the land is part of the French Republic, while the rest... READ MORE
Drawn to Monterey’s heritage, sea life
[Editor’s Note: Given the worldwide reach of the coronavirus and the fact that COVID-19 cases in California and elsewhere are still rising, this is not the time to travel there (or possibly anywhere) for enjoyment. Statewide, many parks and beaches are temporarily closed or have very limited access. Please enjoy this article as armchair entertainment and for planning your future travel ... READ MORE
Travel insurance coverage after COVID
“I had to cancel my trip because of the virus, but my insurance wouldn’t cover my prepayment losses.” online pharmacy purchase buspar online generic This is a common complaint I’ve seen and heard, and I’m sympathetic to travelers who believe their insurance failed them. That’s not exactly the case, however, and it brings up the question of just what you can expect... READ MORE
Enjoy the simple life in modern Sweden
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Visiting quaint, yet grand, Rhode Island
Rhode Island is easy to miss. It’s famously small, crammed tightly into the jigsaw puzzle of New England. But travelers who seek out this tiny-but-mighty state are rewarded with quaint accommodations, uncrowded attractions and one-of-a-kind cuisine. My partner and I set out from Baltimore on a blustery fall day last year, content in the cozy silence of an Amtrak Northeast Regional ... READ MORE
Souvenirs evoke fine vacation memories
My body is home these days, but my mind is roaming the globe. I’m stalking endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda, interacting with animals and people in the Amazon, and clinging to a tiny saddle on a camel strolling through the Sahara Desert. These are among countless memories that remain alive in souvenirs brought back from the more than 70 countries, including ours, that I have... READ MORE
Nebraska, from corn fields to fine art
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Likely changes to travel through 2020
We’re getting conflicting information about the COVID-19 outlook for the rest of the year. On one side, some of the medical folks are saying that the pandemic won’t be over until 2021, and we should keep isolating for the foreseeable future. Others are saying we might have a vaccine within a few months. And some political leaders were “reopening” in May. Don’t ask me which of ... READ MORE
