Need a color infusion to brighten your cloudy days? In Seattle, look no further than Chihuly Garden and Glass for a striking counterbalance to Fifty Shades of Grey in the Pacific Northwest. Showcasing the works of local glass artist, Dale Chihuly, the long-term exhibit at Seattle Center offers a vibrant tonic of sumptuous colors, innovation and inspiration. Wandering through the stunning collection reminds me of […]
Baby Boomers and Travel
NFL Super Bowl XLIX: Go Hawks!
While the East Coast readied for bombogenesis (the ultimate snow bomb) this week, we Seattleites have enjoyed unusually balmy weather with clear, sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s. Rain is moving in again, but overall, not a bad backdrop for our weeklong celebration honoring the Seattle Seahawks, top contenders for the NFL Super Bowl XLIX championship next Sunday. If you’re […]
Sávar Luxury Traveller Set: Review
For all the fun of frequent travels, wanderboomers know that stale cabin air and stuffy hotel rooms take a toll on your skin. Add a dose of wintry weather, and your once soft, silky skin is bound to become super dry, resulting in itching and flaking. Not a pleasant picture, is it? The solution, of course, is […]
5 Fun Boomer Women Winter Travels
We boomer women love to travel whatever the season, don’t we? And when we do, experiential travel ranks high on our list. Adventure travel has its place. But you don’t need to heli-ski down mountain slopes or sign up for the Iditarod to engage with the local culture – unless you want to, of course. Here are […]
Ojai California: 7 Reasons to Stay and Play
Why do I love Ojai California? And when should you plan your own SoCal getaway, for a day, a weekend or longer retreat? Whenever you’re in the mood for: 1) Creative Inspiration Let’s face it. Sunshine and balmy breezes soothe the creative soul, as does the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, and leisurely strolls through art museums […]
Pack Light with Favorite Travel Items – Part II
I received so many helpful responses to the question I posed to fellow travelers, “How do you pack light?” that devoting only one blog post to the topic wasn’t enough to cover everyone’s packing suggestions. So in addition to Items to Lighten Your Luggage, here are a few more ideas to keep you traveling light: […]
Favorite Travel Items to Lighten Your Luggage – Part I
Lately I’ve been humming the lyrics to that classic Eagles’ hit, “Take It Easy:” Well, I’m running down the road, trying to loosen my load . . . No, I don’t have seven men on my mind, but I am looking for ways to lighten my travel load. Gone are the days when I took […]
Spirits Afoot: A Grand Distillery Tasting Adventure
Take a rain-drenched Sunday afternoon in Seattle. Invite a few of your favorite distilleries for a grand tasting tour at the Old Rainier Brewery. Sell tickets to the general public to benefit the Washington Distillers Guild. Sound like all the makings for a singular event? You bet. Fun, educational, plus the chance to sample some of the best […]
10 Best Boomer Women Bonding Trips
Solo trips and romantic escapes have their place. But sometimes we boomer women want a little more girlfriend bonding time. The next time you’re ready for a gal pal getaway, here are 10 Best Boomer Women Bonding Trips to satisfy your wanderlust for a day, a weekend or an extended vacation: #1 – Spa Travel […]
Women Stars of Food and Wine
How refreshing to find an event that focuses on Women Stars of Food and Wine – the best women chefs, winemakers and sommeliers in the Pacific Northwest. Yeah! When the event is billed as a fundraiser for Women’s Funding Alliance, investing in the future of women and girls, even better. “Male chefs have a long […]