Spring break isn’t exclusive to families with kids on vacation from school – everybody needs to regroup and refresh after a long winter, seniors included! Unless they’re taking a multi-generational Disney or cruise trip (both of which are great ideas for seniors who enjoy being around their grandchildren), seniors will probably prefer to stay away […]
Tag Archives: Europe
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Feb
Feb
Not everyone is a beach lover, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have other spring break choices. A trip to Europe is a good idea at this time of year as popular attractions will be much less crowded than they are in the summer, and the weather will be less oppressive. This kind of vacation […]
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Spring Break Travel
04
Jan
Jan
I had the pleasure of visiting Italy this summer and it was in a word, Bellissimo! Our family spent two whirlwind nights in Rome and managed to fit in a tour of the Colosseum, a pasta making class, the Trevi Fountain, lots of delicious food and of course, gelato. We also did an early morning […]
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Christmas Market Beverages
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Dec
Dec
Glühwein, translated to “mulled wine”, is a delicious hot alcoholic drink made from red or white wine as the base and spiced with seasonings. I heard a lot of people describe as “hot sangria”, and if you’ve ever had Spanish sangria, you would agree. It was the perfect drink that kept you warm while walking […]
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Christmas River Cruising
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Dec
Dec
I recently had the opportunity to sail aboard the Emerald Dawn Star Ship through the Rhine and Main River with the itinerary being centered on Europe’s Christmas Markets. As a fellow Christmas fanatic, I was super excited to visit these European cities and get a front seat look into how each one prepares for and […]
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Dec
Dec
After my month-long visit to Venice, Italy, I have reaffirmed my love for this beautiful country! Italy was always a dream of mine as a little girl, and it’s safe to say, it did NOT disappoint. Italy absolutely lives up to its name and I’m sure anyone who visits this country, will know exactly what […]
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Festive Season in the Heart of Germany
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Dec
Dec
The European Christmas Markets exceeded my expectations and there is no better way to see them then on a river cruise. I sailed on Tanquility II with Avalon Waterways. The Festive Season in the Heart of Germany was a 6-day cruise sailing from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. In Nuremberg there is plenty of guided sightseeing to […]
05
Dec
Dec
Traveling to Europe during the “off season” (November through March) has a few drawbacks offset by many advantages. The disadvantages are that some popular attractions will have shorter hours or be closed altogether. The weather can be iffy or downright terrible, but if you’re prepared with proper clothes and shoes you can be comfortable. And […]
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Oct
Oct
This past summer (2022) I visited 5 countries in Europe in 5 weeks. I had the pleasure of sailing with Viking River Cruises on the Danube River. This river cruise checked off 3 out of the 5 countries! This was only a week long and I felt like I was able to see so much […]
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When visiting the Czech Republic you’ll most certainly visit Prague. 
20
Oct
Oct
And when in Prague, do as the Czechs do – eat, drink and socialize! It’s wise to avoid the usual tourist restaurants, they can be crowded and pricey. There is a wide variety of Czech food tours that are well worth the cost. You’ll have an experienced guide who knows the local favorite spots to […]
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Aug
Aug
I recently sailed with Viking River Cruises on the Danube River. My Viking journey included stops in Budapest (Hungary), Vienna (Austria), Krems (Austria), and Passau (Germany). While there are so many things to love about River Cruising, I will share a few of my favorite things with you! Enjoy breathtaking sights from the comfort of […]
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Make a Stop at the Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Mar
Mar
If you’re visiting the Krakow Christmas Market in Poland, you may want to take a break from the holiday festivities to visit one of the first Unesco World Heritage Sites in Europe – the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This fascinating mine has been in operation for over 700 years, and is popular with visitors not only for it’s […]
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May
May
It’s no surprise that river cruising has become a fast growing trend in the travel industry. It’s a wonderful way to experience Europe, with only having to pack and unpack once. Many major cities were built on the riverways since that was a main mode of transporting goods. Often times you dock and can walk […]