18 May Bonaire sparkles in the Caribbean
We enjoy Caribbean cruises because they allow us to sample the islands. However, after 15 cruises, we’ve moved on from sampling and now prioritize gorging...
17 May Caribbean dive shop prioritizes the “future” ocean
When on vacation, I don’t like to think a lot, especially about topics that make me think. But I’m grateful to the dive shop at...
30 Apr Wintering in the Everglades
Dolphins showed up during our Everglades National Park boat trip. And we saw plenty of alligators along hikes and easy-to-stroll boardwalks in both The Glades...
04 Apr Disney World welcomes two active baby boomers
Join us as we visit Disney World with no kids. We’re retired and very active. We chose not to visit the Magic Kingdom. In hindsight,...
26 Mar Disney World planning tips for baby boomers
Jim applies for Medicare this year, so how celebrate? A trip to Disney World in Florida. Here's tips to to plan a baby boomer trip...
28 Feb Explore Arizona’s Saguaro National Park
During my early travels, I lusted after waterfalls, geysers, hoodoos and bears. That changed after I visited Saguaro National Park and the Sonoran Desert....
14 Feb Test your national park IQ and discover your ranger name
Based upon the popularity of our last national park quiz, we’ve developed another fun challenge. Take our quick national parks quiz and earn your new...
27 Jan Hiking vacation checklist
After a hiking vacation when my wife and I forgot numerous supplies and equipment, we started a packing list and have kept refining it. Now...
07 Jan National park safety during lightning, rain, heat and fire
Weather can pose danger to national park visitors. But with a healthy dose of caution, you should be fine. Check out our national park safety...
21 Dec Sunrise magic at Charleston’s Cape Romain
My favorite wildlife refuge is Cape Romain National Wildlife and Bulls Island, SC. I travel seven hours round-trip to visit it four times a year....