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Exploring France the Easy Way: A Stress-Free River Cruise for Travelers 50+
By Marybeth Bond If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting France without feeling rushed, a river cruise is the perfect way to explore at your own pace. Why is a river cruise a perfect choice for a 50+ traveler? You don’t have to plan every detail. You unpack once. You don’t have to rent a car,…
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Women travel statistics – 80% of all travel decisions made by women
Women Travel Statistics show that women—young, old, single, married, and widowed—are fueling an explosive growth in the travel industry. More women are traveling, for business and for pleasure, and they’re calling the shots. Just look around in a restaurant, how many tables are occupied by groups of women? Women Travel Statistics WHO & WHY Regardless…
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Voyage to Antarctica
Our journey to Antarctica was nothing short of magical—a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that left us breathless with wonder at every turn. Imagine gliding through icy waters in a kayak, the rhythmic splash of your paddle interrupted only by the sudden emergence of a massive humpback whale breaching nearby. The sheer scale and grace of these magnificent…
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San Francisco’s literary oasis: City Lights Bookstore and the Beat Museum
In the heart of San Francisco, where echoes of the “Summer of Love” and the enduring hippie spirit still resonate, lies the city’s literary soul—a unique blend housed within an iconic bookstore and a whimsical museum. City Lights Bookstore traces its origins back to City Lights Magazine in 1952, originally named after Charlie Chaplin’s film.…
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CBS Morning News travel expert Marybeth Bond. Watch the segment.
After a refreshing hiatus spent penning captivating travel books and articles, Marybeth is making a grand return to TV travel segments. With her deep knowledge spanning Culinary Delights, Wine, Culture, Women’s Travel, Small Ship and River Cruises, Luxury Getaways, and Adventure Escapades, she’s ready to share her insights. This segment is all about empowering women…
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Travel Trends for the 50+ Traveler
By Marybeth Bond As someone who has gracefully crossed the threshold into the 50+ age bracket myself, I find the world of travel evolving in fascinating ways. We are stepping out with our partners, friends, children, grandchildren and even alone. We are zooming along roads, paths and waterways with style, humor and courage. So, what…
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Riding high in Cody, Wyoming: Where rodeo meets western art
Cody, Wyoming, a picturesque gateway to Yellowstone National Park, embodies the essence of an authentic Western town. Locals don cowboy hats, paint and photograph western scenes, compete in nightly summer rodeos, and enjoy live bands in outdoor beer gardens. Horse-drawn stagecoaches parade through town, and world-class Western art museums attract visitors seeking a genuine Western…
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Meet you in the Greek islands: Cruise to Cyprus, Rhodes and beyond.
Join me on a mesmerizing Greek Islands cruise, where ancient history seamlessly blends with stunning landscapes. The Greek Islands, with their sun-drenched shores and azure waters, beckon travelers with promises of adventure and tranquility. Our eight-day Holland America cruise took us through iconic islands like Mykonos, Santorini, Cyprus, and Rhodes. Each destination offered a unique…
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Normandy as painted by the Impressionists
Normandy is like a beret perched askew on a Frenchman’s head, the 360-mile Normand coast curls along the north and northwest of France. After visiting Rouen, I headed for the coast to soak in the beaches and soft-green landscapes bathed in shifting light. Claude Monet’s Etretat “I count on doing a large canvas of the…
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Escape the ordinary: Luxury spa retreats in Napa Valley’s wine country
Napa Valley, with its iconic vineyards and serene vistas, is not only a destination for oenophiles but also a sanctuary for those seeking luxury spa retreats. This article explores premier destinations within the valley that blend indulgence with the unique viticultural charm of the region. The first stop is the VinoSpa, nestled on the edges…
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Visit France. Paris. then Normandy: where Impressionism was born
Like countless other Francophiles, I am captivated by French art, history and fashion, as well as the cheeses, wine, pastries, cuisine and films of France. I saw “Midnight in Paris,” with Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams, twice. So when I heard about a trip to Normandy, I signed up quickly and started packing my chicest…
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
What to do in Monterey and Pacific Grove Spend an afternoon at the Monterey Aquarium. Dive into the food scene of Pacific Grove. Meander along the pedestrian trail to Lover’s Point. Go for a walk along the unsoiled nature beaches. Enjoy fine dining in Carmel by the Sea and Monterey. We have even taken our…
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Safety tips for women travelers
Safety and security are super important for women travelers. I know, I traveled around the world ALONE for two years. And I had very, very few difficult situations. Here’s what I learned. I plan my accommodations, daytime activities and clothing to avoid being a target. You may wonder why are women vulnerable targets for theft…
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Tips for women traveling solo
Here are tips for women travelers to get you ready. Just because you start out alone doesn’t mean you’ll stay alone all the time. You’ll discover there is a treasury of companionship out there. On a beach in Bali, I asked an American woman to watch my bag while I went swimming. After a short…
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France. Impressionist painters in Normandy
Normandy attracts anyone who loves the impressionists and their paintings, as well as food lovers. Last spring I jumped at a chance to go to Normandy to follow in the footsteps of the Impressionist Painters. I criss-crossed the countryside from Giverny to the cobble-stoned streets of Rouen, across a patchwork quilt of emerald jewel fields…
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Travel safety for women
Travel safety for woman is the number one concern for students, seniors and world adventurers. I’ve written chapters in my books and spoken at universities and at travel shows about “how to stay safe and travel the world”. Here are ways to be prepared and avoid trouble. 1. We can be aware of our…
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The best meat in Hong Kong (foodie heaven)
Hong Kong really has become foodie heaven with a truly dizzying array of restaurants in a relatively small area. I find the combination of street food, Asian influences and the vast wealth that brings some of the world’s top chefs and restaurant brands works together to create a Disneyland of the palate. Blue Butcher is a newer spot in…
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National geographic girlfriend getaways
Women are stepping out with girlfriends, zooming along roads, paths and waterways with style, humor and courage. Through my own experiences and those of women I interviewed for the National Geographic book 50 Best Girlfriends Getaways, I learned that travel is one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with our deepest female soul mates–our…
