End the Summer with a Mountain Vacation

The mountains offer beautiful scenery, cooler temperatures, and all kinds of exciting festivals for you to take part in! In trying to escape the heat of the summer sun, the mountains are an ideal destination. Tall, regal, and lovely—mountains provide a climate all to their own. The air is cool and crisp, high above the…

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The Waterfalls of Costa Rica

Refreshing Adventure Tourism by Steve Linder One might assume there’d be waterfalls in a country noted for mountains and rainforest, but I never imagined how spectacular and numerous they would be. Costa Rica is loaded with waterfalls. When I think of waterfalls, I remember the freezing waters of the Kancamagus River in New Hampshire, close…

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Orlando, Florida in a Different Shade

Lake Eola Park, Orlando Florida

Orlando, Florida in a Different Shade Orlando is a multi-layered hodge-podge of natural wonders, cultural curiosities, endless entertainment and in certain areas even quiet retreats from the bustle. By: Jamie Penn Orlando is a multi-layered hodge-podge of natural wonders, cultural curiosities, endless entertainment and in certain areas even quiet retreats from the bustle. When most…

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A Tour of 17 Iconic East Coast Lighthouses

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From Whale Oil to Windy Nights A Tour of 17 Iconic East Coast Lighthouses and the Stories Behind the Structures that Saved American Sailors By Emily Hackeling A trip to the East Coast often means sandy feet, seashells, perhaps a pink-orange sunrise, and even that quintessential striped lighthouse standing tall above the water. While often…

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Ultimate Excursions: 2016

Ultimate Excursions Spring is the season of renewal. All the signs are there: the weather is getting warmer every day, plants are sprouting green foliage, and birds are building nests for the arrival of the next generation. So why not make this spring your season for a fresh start? You’ve been thinking about it all…

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With a Little Help From My Friends

With a Little Help From My Friends By Jan Cullinane. Previously published in the 2016 Winter Issue. Yup, Ringo sure knew what he was singing about with that 1967 Beatles song. Social support is a critical ingredient for a successful retirement. Study after study documents the importance of friends for longevity and health. For example,…

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Spring Training Road Trip

Spring Training Road Trip By JG Walker. Previously published in the 2016 Winter Issue. For some sports lovers, it’s an annual tradition, a seasonal marker of fresh renewal that separates the old from the new. For others, it’s a “bucket list” desire, one of those many things that we say we’ll get around to doing…

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The Auto Train – Getting There is Half the Fun

The Auto Train – Getting There is Half the Fun The Auto Train is the only train in the United States that carries both passengers and their vehicles (autos, vans, SUVs, small trailers, jet-skis, and motorcycles). Daily service is offered between Lorton, VA (about 20 miles south of DC), and Sanford, FL, (about 20 miles north…

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Grand Vacations in Central Florida

Grand Vacations in Central Florida Central Florida is home to many world-famous destinations that you and the grandchildren can experience together, including sites like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Busch Gardens Tampa. But as a companion to our Guide to Spring Training 2016, we’re highlighting some other grand vacation destinations in central Florida…

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All Along the Whiskey Trail

No matter how you sip it-on the rocks, neat, with a splash of soda-whiskey is a magical potion. Sure, one finger too many and you might be seeing sparkles, but that’s not what I mean. This sultry spirit is served with a side of history, especially when we’re talking Tennessee. Dig deep into this state’s roots and you’ll find that whiskey is the quintessence of their spirited culture.

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