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As we all know, baby boomers are the generation of Americans that were born after the World War II. These baby boomers are already starting to make travel plans for 2017. They are now getting ready to retire and their kids have grown and probably left their house. Are you a baby boomer? Why not take a look at these following destinations for baby boomers that are worth seeing?

Enjoy the best of London and Paris on an 8-day leisurely Collette tour! Two amazing cities. One tour. They’re incredibly iconic, and encompass a blend of historic spots and romantic sights. Discover the beauty and allure of both while checking out all of the top “must-see’s” that every visitor wants to experience. Your tour begins in London, a sophisticated metropolis featuring style, culture and history. Its bustling city streets are filled with colorful history, regal pageantry, beautiful gardens, celebrated monuments and grand theatres. Speaking of theaters, while there, you’ll enjoy a spectacular theatre performance, not to mention such iconic sights as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and Big Ben. Then it’s on to Paris, “The City of Light”! When traveling there, you’ll cross the channel on the innovative high-speed Eurostar Train. Once there, experience the world-famous Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Champs-Elysées. These are just some of the amazing landmarks you will see while on a locally-guided tour. Paris is also known the world over as being a romantic city, and you’ll experience this firsthand when you dine at the Eiffel Tower and cruise the River Seine at night; romance, typified! Lastly, no trip to Paris would be complete without a thrilling dinner and cabaret show, and the Paradis Latin Cabaret is the best spot to make that happen.

Traveling whets the taste buds, and when you’re in the most glorious, glamour spots on earth, dining is pure pleasure. A feast for the eyes, the nose, the mouth and the stomach.  Something to be desired, something to be appreciated, so let’s visit a few more wonderful places in great towns.

Glasgow, Scotland is a city rich in culture as described in my previous article featuring the top rated attractions when planning your trip. 

Today I wish to focus on perhaps the most influential and important museum in the world for those art lovers!  A trip to the Kelvingrove should remain top on your list along with the British Museum & the Louvre (Paris).  To be honest, I had not realized the wealth of collections ranging from the Impressionists to the famed Glasgow Boys who revolutionized Scottish painting – similar to the Pre-Raphaelites from the United Kingdom.  

To celebrate the 100^th birthday of Tennessee’s Statehood, Nashville built the 1897 Centennial and International Exposition. Many states and major industries built exhibits for the celebration. A full-scale replica of the Parthenon was the centerpiece and is the only remaining building. It sits in what is Nashville’s premiere urban park. It makes for a great afternoon walk, picnic, and time for reflection on the big thinkers and dreamers that made the Parthenon possible.

The kids are grown and flown the coop. Career established but winding down. Parents healthy and living a good life. You have some money put by, so it’s your turn to look at the Bucket List. Hopefully you revised it through all the years of waiting?  Now you’re 60+ you have different desires, tastes and physical abilities.

MAKE YOUR CHOICES – but PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE………………

Follow these tips gleaned from being a “traveler” since the age of 4, and sometimes learning the VERY hard way.

In years gone by, when the trip to the South of France was long and onerous, many Parisians slipped away to country/shore homes in Normandy and Brittany. In fact, Deauville and Trouville became so chic because of the Designer Boutiques, world famous restaurants, glamorous events and people; it was known as the 21^st Arondissement for Paris.  Little has changed since those days, although with the advent of air travel, trips to both the South of France and the Normandy beaches are shorter distances.

Its very name captures magic in the minds and hearts of those who have visited and experienced this incredible miracle of vision, architecture and design. And, it awakens desire in those wanting to see this global landmark for themselves.

Collette has introduced a new leisure-stay tour for 2015 named Spotlight on Paris that features a five-night stay in France’s lively capital city. Come to know this city famous for its world-renowned art, food, and fashion. Its rich history will astound you while its style dazzles. Spotlight on Paris was designed with the idea that travelers should experience the best of the best of Paris. With a delicious dinner at the Eiffel Tower, a city-centered hotel, and a champagne tasting, travelers are in for a luxurious tour.

One of the perks of having a travel website is that people inform us of new products that will make our journeys easier and more comfortable. I was made aware of just such a product and I don’t know what took it so long to find its way to me!

Join Collette and experience the best of France on this 12 day France Magnifique tour! Bask in the rich history, art, culture and romance of France’s celebrated cities and charming towns. Enjoy a tour and tasting at one of the famous wineries in Vouvray. Witness luxury and splendor in the Principality of Marco, the glittering gem of the Riviera. Relax on a sunset dinner cruise in the “City of Lights,” past famous landmarks along the River Siene.  These fabulous experiences will be sure to make your journey through France unforgettable. 

Join Collette for a truly once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic adventure.  This 18 day tour explores the wonders of Antarctica – the last great wilderness stretching across ice-covered desert and mountains for over five million square miles.  The ethereal beauty and immense scale of the continent is like nowhere else on the planet. Follow in the footsteps of great explorers and enjoy the privilege of witnessing this fragile, remote environment.  

As many times that I travel to Paris, the radiance of the city still inspires me.  It is a wonderful and most romantic city to visit - even with your grandchildren!

Hilton has a new digital app to assist in travel bookings that is easy to use whether you are a Millennial or a Boomer. Boomers are using more digital tools to assist in all aspects of travel. The Boomer Travel Patrol will be periodically reviewing what is available to let our readers know what they can download to their smart phones or tablets. 

When it comes to selecting new luggage, “Yes, size does matter!” 

Food is central to every holiday celebration, and Japan is no exception. The fresh, seasonal ingredients, precise preparation and the complete visual aesthetic—color, balance and design—of traditional Japanese cuisine represent thousands of years of traditions, stories and symbolism.  But it’s not just traditional Japanese foods that make this country a stand out in the world of gastronomy.  The Japanese are particularly adept at taking foods and traditions from other countries and turning them into something better. 

DealsPlus brings us ten affordable European destinations for the holidays.

Iconic sights are almost always jammed, but there ways to break free of the crowds and stay cool, from a guided tour with skip-the-line access, spots to cool off or secret side entrances with no waits. Below are some unique ways that travelers can avoid the high-season lines, making the most out of their summer vacation. 

The price of a particular plane ticket will vary wildly depending on the day of the week, the month of the year, and the length of time between purchase and takeoff. Learn why when you buy your plane tickets affects how much it will cost you. 

Katina Makris is an inspirational speaker, holistic wellness expert, and author of AutoImmune Illness and Lyme Disease Recovery Guide: Mending the Body, Mind, and Spirit. More at www.KatinaMakris.com. 

You are in a new location trying to get the most out of your limited time to explore the area.  Although everyone wants to go explore 1 person has extreme food allergies, and another travel companion cannot walk far.  This means you have to miss out in seeing the Archaeological sites, eating authentic food, and seeing more than the touristy places on a right?

WRONG!

It is time to look into setting up a PRIVATE TOUR

FINE PRODUCTS FROM JAPAN, NEVER BEFORE SEEN IN THE U.S. MAKE THEIR WAY TO NEW YORK AS PART OF “THE WONDER 500™” EXHIBITION,

JANUARY 28 – FEBRUARY 9, 2023

It was exciting to stop by The Wonder 500™ Project exhibition pop-up at Exhibition Hall, 4 West 43rd Street (4-16 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036, USA) to experience Japan in New York!  Daily traditional tea and sweet tastings enhance your experience as you peruse the 500 unique Japanese products – both edible and utilitarian -- on display and for purchase, only through February 9, 2016.  Many of these items are unfamiliar outside of Japan.  

You've spent weeks planning your itinerary and trip to Europe – only to be greeted by long waiting lines at your first destination!  Waiting in line to enter the Louvre in Paris oftentimes may take up to three hours!  Who wants to spend half a day just waiting in line?  I shall share with you some insights and tips to help you get around these lines!

It will be worth the wait!

Stocking Stuffer – Don’t Leave Home Without It!!