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DealsPlus brings us ten affordable European destinations for the holidays.

Liz asked Stephanie Miles from AARP about Boomer Travel Trends for 2016 and here is her response.

As peak holiday travel season is upon us, consumers are often left wondering when they should actually book their flight and hotel accommodations. With Thanksgiving less than a month away and Christmas following shortly after, travelers that are holding out for a last minute deal may be making a costly mistake. 

7 modern manners tips for airport passengers by 

Sharon Schweitzer

Cross-Cultural Consultant, International Etiquette Expert, and Best-selling Author

Nowadays, we hear lots of confusion regarding the new ACA coverage during this transition. Nothing is more unsettling than traveling abroad and not knowing whether or not you should visit the local doctor because you’re not sure what’s covered and what isn’t. For me and the licensed insurance advisors at GoHealth, the online portal for finding health insurance coverage, it is important to make sure those consumers are in-the-know of their healthcare plan so that they are armed and ready for a safe and protected vacation.

A mother-son duo from Ireland are starring in a new television series airing on the rebranded Discovery Life Channel on Thursday nights (10e/9c), a series that takes reality television and bravery to a whole new level. 

There is no doubt about it, a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth requires more planning than most other destinations. From where to stay to what time of year to visit, there are many decisions to be made, each of them with numerous options. But with thoughtful planning comes great reward, and when you’re taking in the fireworks in front of Cinderella’s Castle, you will no doubt think you’ve been sprinkled with pixie dust. 

I recently took advantage of a long weekend and headed up to northern Ohio to visit some friends and decided to break up the trip by finding an interesting spot to have lunch and walk around a town with locally owned shops, so I contacted Amy Weirick who covers tourism marketing for the Columbus area. She suggested stopping in Worthington, just outside of Columbus and having lunch at the Worthington Inn.

For those who want a high-end vacation, accommodations can be costly. Fortunately, timeshare rentals offer the perfect solution. Providing luxurious amenities and services, you'll be surprised how little renting a timeshare can cost. Third party websites such as SellMyTimeshareNow.com allow owners to advertise their timeshare properties for rent, giving you the opportunity to save big. Rent a timeshare at major resort brands such as Marriott, Wyndham, Disney, and many more, in destinations throughout the world, without paying the pricey developer rate. 

China has the most diverse spectrum of attractions which cater to all ages and interests. With a focus on those economically developed cities that exude history and culture we have compiled a guide for the senior travellers who wish to have a more relaxing experience in China.

Many times when we travel we only see the veneer of the destinations that we visit. Much more lies beneath the surface that can add a high level of richness and understanding concerning the places and people that we see in our journey. I always make a point in my travels, whether it is in the familiar territory of my own country, the United States, or in a global destination such as France or Ghana, to speak with the people that I encounter there. The amount of additional insight that we can receive is amazing. Nowhere was this more evident than in Ghana in West Africa.

Filled with an old Hollywood glamour, Acapulco, the number one beach destination chosen by Mexicans, still has its spark. You might think about Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, the Clintons and even the Kardashians when you hear about Acapulco, but don’t let that take away the fact that this destination is still a hot-spot ideal for vacationing. 

Skiers will be happy to learn that the new 119-room Courtyard Lake George, set on the “Queen of American Lakes,” has partnered with Gore Mountain, the popular alpine ski resort, to offer guests time- and money-saving packages in 2017.

Africa has long been known as the site of from which modern man first radiated out to populate the world. Much attention has been directed to the eastern African Great Rift Valley as the origin of humans, great apes, and chimps (hominids) but several candidates as the actual ancestor of humans (hominins) are likely evolutionary dead ends.  The attention has shifted within the last decade to new important fossil discoveries in South Africa that may fill in some of the gaps in the family tree…..which looks more and more like a bush.

My sister and I love adventure.  When we were given an opportunity to go “caving” we both jumped at the prospect and that is how we ended up outside the Tim Hortons in Thornbury Ontario meeting Carlin.  Carlin is the caving expert and our guide on this adventure tour. 

In November of 2005, only a couple of months after returning from Ghana, I was off again on a journey to Angouleme, France to attend and speak at a computer gaming conference, this time on “The Role of Computer Games in Bridging the Digital Divide.” 

Angouleme and the towns and countryside around it along the Charente River provide much to do and see. My approach has always been to investigate things in depth rather than trying to see every site available. Also meeting and talking to the locals gives a better feel for the locale. Once again quality is better than quantity.

A few years ago, in mid-August, four friends and I set off down the beach from the mouth of the Mattole River. This short hike into the Northern California coastal wilderness offers plenty of stunning scenery, wildlife watching, and no crowds. Renown for its deep sand, disappearing trails, steep climbs, and isolation, the Lost Coast would not seem a likely choice for a lazy weekend. If you pack light, though, and bring some good hearty food, and don't hike too far, the Lost Coast makes a great trip, even for first time backpackers. 

Bourbon and boots. Bourbon and cigars. Bourbon and jazz. Fine Kentucky bourbon pairs well with most anything – and there’s no better time to enjoy such pairings than during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. Marking its 25th anniversary in 2016, the festival takes place over seven days in September in – where else? – the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, KY.

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?

Summertime is just about over and the fall season is starting to roll in. A cool breeze, leaves changing color, fall decorations, and of course - pumpkin everything! The fall season is also ideal for weekend getaways! This off-peak season is the perfect time to land some great deals on some short, but memorable trips. Here is a list of some of the best places to relax, unwind, and enjoy the fall season.

Mandatory retirement does not accord with every person’s soul. It did not with Dr. Amporn Wathanavong’s. He was not accustomed to stillness. His life had been full of errant breezes. Like bamboo, he had become used to the wind’s force. He had learned that at times he had to bend all the way down to avoid snapping. Still, he had always found his way back to the center. 

First, just a brief aside regarding genetics and our family: There are times I think my family puts the “Fun” in Dysfunctional and perhaps in the final analysis, there might be times that I think my Mother (New York Times Best-Selling Author Joanne Fluke) just might be “A few peas short of a casserole”.