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For women 50 and over or soon entering this new age range, this is a space for me to share my experiences in midlife with you. Embrace your age, wisdom, and this new chapter with me.
Where are Americans Traveling to in the Summer of 2024
Are you curious as to where other people are traveling to? Do you care about where the current most popular destinations are? As a travel agent I like to follow the trends so that I am aware of where my clients may want to travel to. But before I started my career in...
Celebrate the 4th of July
Who doesn't love a 4th of July celebration? Tradition, barbecue, potato salad, s'mores, friends/family, and of course fireworks. In our small town of Sonoma, like many small towns, families get up early to stake their claim on their favorite location on the square to...
Just Say Yes
My word for the year in 2024 was YES. All caps go for it and just say yes. As we journey through life, each decade brings its own set of challenges, triumphs, and lessons. For women over 50, this stage can be particularly transformative. As this is my last year in my...
“Interesting” items found in luggage by airport security
Airport security checkpoints have seen their fair share of unusual and often humorous items in passengers' luggage. Here are some interesting stories of odd discoveries. The Snake Surprise: A man traveling from Miami (of course, it's Florida:) attempted to smuggle...
Book Club Summer Reads and Vacation Suggestions
If you follow me you know I love my book club (pictured)! We have been friends since our boys were in kindergarten. We travel together, we dine, we celebrate birthdays and yes-we read. I have listed several books we have either read or that are on the discussion list...
Novel or whimsical places to stay in the US
Exploring novel travel destinations where you can visit and also stay at in the U.S. can offer unique and memorable experiences that differ from traditional tourist spots. Here are some popular and also lesser-known but fascinating destinations across the country: Dog...
Your menopausal today is not your menopausal tomorrow
There are so many symptoms of menopause: hot flashes, weight gain, memory loss, body odor, sleepless nights, mood changes... Your story may not be like mine but whatever you are currently struggling with I can guarantee it will change it will get better. I was...
Do people still hire travel agents?!
As a travel agent I am often asked, I mean like a lot, whether people still hire travels agents and the answer is a resounding-YES. Despite the rise of online booking platforms, travel agents offer personalized service and insider knowledge. In this article I will...
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