Wellness travel is certainly hot right now, and I hesitate to call it a trend because I truly hope it’s here to stay. Wellness means different things to different people, so defining your unique style of wellness travel is key. It could be as simple as staying at a resort that offers yoga and fitness classes, indulging in spa treatments, or immersing yourself in local healing practices. Alternatively, you might seek a transformative weeklong program …

Retired or thinking of retiring, or simply leaving a full-time job, but you still want to have some extra cash? If you’re a woman over 50, you may be looking for ways to earn a little extra income while staying flexible, finding purpose, and (hopefully) enjoying what you do. Whether you’re retired, an empty nester, or just ready to take on something new, these side hustles for women can be a great way to have …

I come from a long line of sleepers. I can remember being in high school and while my friends were up late chatting on the phone, I went to bed at 9pm like my parents. I’m proud to say that I’ve raised two kids, now 28 and 30, who value sleep over a social life. We’ve all heard it—sleep is essential, and especially as we age. But getting quality sleep – and especially deep sleep …

True confession: I’m a diva when it comes to travel. I like full-service hotels, I like to have a very detailed itinerary (that’s why I created this site – to share my OCD planning tips), and when I fly overseas, overnight, I must have first class flights with a lay flat seat. Who the heck sleeps sitting up? But I’m also not a millionaire or lottery winner. So I guess that makes me a champagne flyer on …

Have you succumbed to the guilt trip of those dog food ads telling you to feed your dog fresh, human-grade food? As an obsessive dog mom, the idea has certainly piqued my interest. I have tried a couple of them, but with an 85-pound Labrador Retriever with a humongous appetite, I’d go broke with most of those subscription-based products. We know that fresh, whole foods are better for us as humans, but is homemade dog …

People often ask about my favorite trip or the best place I’ve traveled to. But for me, it’s not so much about the places as it is the experiences. I’ve had adventurous experiences, culturally enlightening ones, great foodie trips and so many more. But one of the most unique experiences I’ve had was on a Maine windjammer cruise aboard a historic schooner. We departed for our cruise out of Rockland, Maine ready to embark on …

Imagine gliding through the picturesque landscapes of France, surrounded by lush vineyards, charming villages, and historic towns—all from the comfort of a beautifully appointed barge cruise. It’s a unique way to explore the heart of the French countryside, providing an intimate experience that larger cruises simply cannot match. I’ve taken just about every kind of “boat” in my travels, from windjammers to river cruises to traditional party cruises, but a recent barge cruise in France …

I’m as guilty as most others about only seeing a destination through the lens of my phone camera. The only way I seem to be able to unplug when I travel is if I go to a destination that has no coverage. And that’s not easy these days!  But you’re kind of defeating the purpose of traveling if you’re constantly looking at your phone. So it’s important to learn to unplug when you travel and …

Cleaning out a loved one’s home after they pass is an emotional and daunting task. Recently, I had to face this challenge while sorting through my mother’s belongings. Like many of her generation, my mother was a collector, keeping everything from her wedding dress to fine china and even plastic salt and pepper shakers she “acquired” on her honeymoon. While these items held sentimental value to her, my kids – like many Gen Xers and …

True confession: I agreed to go on one of the Patagonia hiking tours and I honestly didn’t even know where Patagonia was! But despite the long journey and exhaustion from a very adventurous week, that trip was still one of my most memorable ever. Patagonia, the Southernmost point in South America that straddles Argentina and Chile, is one of the most popular destinations among outdoor enthusiasts but what many travelers don’t realize is that it’s …