As a single woman in my 60s who recently travelled through six countries, mostly on my own, I took some upfront measures…
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If you are a true New Yorker, there is nowhere else on earth like New York City. But that doesn’t mean that…
Summer reading: 100 Places in France Every Woman Should Go
If you read only one book this summer let it be 100 Places in France Every Woman Should Go by Marcia DeSanctis. &#x…
Starry nights, wild horses. America’s national parks are good for heart and soul.
The United States offers vast extremes in terrain, from desert to rocky mountains to badlands to wind swept plains where…
Medieval to Regency: Day trips from London to explore England’s history
London is always awe-inspiring but, after a few days in the city, you may want to get out and take a day trip into the c…
12 of the best places around the world to see cherry blossoms in 2023
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Venice is the most celebrated city on earth. Its most famous neighborhoods, San Marco and San Paolo, are home to the pop…
Dijon, Capital of Burgundy (and Mustard)
I had not planned on writing about Dijon — until I received a generous pot of seeded mustard from friends who had …
Traveling alone in Vietnam, a 60+ woman walks through history and gentle beauty
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Walking in England: 7 country walks near London (wool coat not required)
Walking is as English as shepherd’s pie. Read Jane Austin or Thackeray. Being invited for a walk was akin to thro…
Chartres, Amiens, Reims: Three unforgettable day trips from Paris
If you are planning a trip to Paris, think about spending a day out of town. Few pastimes are more enjoyable than wander…
The joys of solo travel – what I’ve learned over four decades
Many sixty-plus women don’t travel by themselves because they’re worried about safety, costs, or feeling l…
