Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Clark Norton Travel Copywriter ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.clarknorton.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Singapore: Shimmering Modernity, Touches of the Past](https://www.clarknorton.com/singapore-shimmering-modernity-touches-of-the-past/) - By Robert Waite I visited an old friend recently in a city relentlessly reinventing itself. The old friend is the Goodwood Park Hotel, a heritage property with a last-century vibe. The city is Singapore; an island nation nestled at the southern tip of the Malaypeninsula. Once a sleepy British Empire backwater, today it pulsates with - [How to Plan a Surprise Trip Without the Stress](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-plan-a-surprise-trip-without-the-stress/) - By Tamiya Barnes Surprising your partner with a trip is one of the most meaningful ways to show love and appreciation. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a longer escape, the key is thoughtful planning that prioritizes enjoyment without unnecessary stress. The goal isn’t just to travel but to create a shared adventure that strengthens - [Tromsø: Top of the World Film Fest](https://www.clarknorton.com/tromso-top-of-the-world-film-fest/) - By Robert Waite Tromsø, Norway – It began with a poster. It was a pre-COVID summer. We were overnighting in Tromsø, Norway, a coastal city of about 52,000 inhabitants located 200 miles north of the Arctic Circle. “Tromsø International Film Festival. Frozen Land. Moving Pictures,” it read. The dates were in mid-January. My partner was - [A Host of Travel-Related Military Discounts](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-host-of-travel-related-military-discounts/) - U.S. military personnel can find a wide variety of travel-related discounts if they know where to look -- which is right here. - [Relish a Radish? Come to Oaxaca](https://www.clarknorton.com/relish-a-radish-come-to-oaxaca/) - By Robert Waite Oaxaca, Mexico – I have a confession to make. I tend to shy away from places whose names aren't obvious to pronounce, much like someone might hesitate to order acai berries at a smoothie stand. Oaxaca is one of those places. Hence, I have been to a dozen or more spots in - [Could This Be the Year's Worst Tour?](https://www.clarknorton.com/could-this-be-the-years-worst-tour/) - A British tour agency is offering a Political Tour focusing on the U.S. 2016 presidential race. Will anyone actually sign up for the year's worst tour idea? - [Canadians vs. U.S.: the COVID Border Blues](https://www.clarknorton.com/canadians-vs-u-s-the-covid-border-blues/) - With Canada's U.S. border now closed to American travelers due to the pandemic, Canadians favor keeping it closed despite the hit to its tourist industry.. - [Travel Industry Take Note: Chinese Tourists Are Here](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-industry-take-note-chinese-tourists-are-here/) - If you start to see Chinese-style rice porridge appearing in your hotel's breakfast buffet, don't be surprised -- it just means that hotels are catching on to the skyrocketing spending power of the sheer numbers of Chinese tourists now washing over American (and other) shores. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, Chinese tourists - [Feeling Festive? Try Quebec City, Santa Fe](https://www.clarknorton.com/feeling-festive-try-quebec-city-santa-fe/) - By Robert Waite As Perry Como once crooned, “There’s no place like home for the holidays.” However, let me offer up a couple of alternatives. (And if you can't make it for the actual holidays, these two spots will satisfy all winter and beyond.) The first is Quebec City, Canada. Quebec City is Europe without - [The Perils and Pleasures of Navigating a French Canal](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-perils-and-pleasures-of-navigating-a-french-canal/) - By Robert Waite Homes, France – Nothing better illustrates the personality gulf that separated Benjamin Franklin from Thomas Jefferson than how they spent their time in France representing a fledging United States. Franklin expended much effort navigating the city’s drawing rooms, entertaining comely women of status with his banter and wit. Jefferson, on the other - [Traveling with a Disability? Here are 5 Tips](https://www.clarknorton.com/traveling-with-a-disability-here-are-5-tips/) - By Dr. Michael Lovely If you are traveling with a disability, planning a trip—especially internationally—can meet with daunting obstacles. A recent survey by MMGY Global, Portrait of Travelers with Disabilities: Mobility and Accessibility, revealed that of more than 2,700 respondents (those who either have a disability and use a mobility aid, as well as their - [How to Add Fun to Business Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-add-fun-to-business-travel/) - By Tamiya Barnes Making business travel more fun can be a challenge, especially if you have a limited budget or tight schedule. Whether you’re journeying around the country or have the opportunity to travel internationally for your job, the stress can start to become overwhelming as you navigate crowded airports, rental cars, unfamiliar cities, and - [Where to Find the Real St. Patrick](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-to-find-the-real-st-patrick/) - I admit I was a little surprised several years ago when I toured the entire island of Ireland and discovered that St. Patrick -- the patron saint of Ireland and largely credited with bringing Christianity to he country -- actually did much of his missionary work in and is reputedly buried in County Down, which - [Eight Great Reasons to Visit Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/eight-great-reasons-to-visit-japan/) - Among the Eight Great Reasons to Travel to Japan are its people, its gardens, its World Heritage Sites, its public transportation, its public baths, its cleanliness, its food -- and no tipping. - [Re-Branding the Bronx](https://www.clarknorton.com/re-branding-the-bronx/) - As a former resident of the Bronx -- albeit on idyllic City Island, which is more like a New England fishing village than a big-city neighborhood -- I recommend this piece in today's New York Times about the challenges of "fighting the image of the 'burning' borough," as the Times headline puts it. Not surprisingly, - ["Stunning! Breathtaking!": The Chatbot's Guide to Portugal](https://www.clarknorton.com/stunning-breathtaking-the-chatbots-guide-to-portugal/) - You may have heard about a site called ChatGPT, where you can try out an artificial intelligence (AI) writing tool. Depending on the user, the technology (created by OpenAI) has generated a combination of excitement and fear. Almost like magic, you can give it a prompt and, within seconds, the chatbot will spill out prose - [For Lowest Airfares In A Flash, Go to Thrifty Traveler](https://www.clarknorton.com/for-lowest-airfares-in-a-flash-go-to-thrifty-traveler/) - ThriftyTraveler.com provides quick notifications of airfare deals, allowing subscribers to nail down the lowest prices from 160 airports in the U.S. and Canada. - [Ten Things I Didn't Know About Roanoke, Virginia](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-things-i-didnt-know-about-roanoke-virginia/) - Hokies, "Big Lick," historic little Fincastle, and McAfee Knob are all part of the colorful tapestry that makes up the Roanoke Valley. - [Going to Malta? Here are 3 places to visit](https://www.clarknorton.com/going-to-malta-here-are-3-places-to-visit/) - Of all the cruises I have taken, three ports stand out as the most stunning (especially if you sail into them at sunrise or sunset): Istanbul, with its mosques and soaring minarets; Kotor, Montenegro, a medieval village on a pristine bay -- and my favorite of all, Malta. Malta's port, Valetta, is a city of - [Two Boomers, One Bike: 44 Days Across America](https://www.clarknorton.com/two-boomers-one-bike-44-days-across-america/) - When my wife and I completed a 40-mile bike ride down the Jersey Shore from Ocean City to Cape May, NJ, one morning some years ago, we were quite pleased with our accomplishment. Then we met up with my old boyhood chum, Ken Gass, and his wife, Francie, who stopped in Tucson earlier this year# - [Are Your Medicines Illegal Overseas?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-your-medicines-illegal-overseas/) - By Jeff Weinstein As travelers return in droves to international travel, some will inevitably forget to pack their necessary over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Many more will forget or not know to check the international rules and regulations for common medicines easily obtained in their home country -- but possibly not allowed overseas. Trip-takers consistently list - [Why You May Have Skipped Summer Travels](https://www.clarknorton.com/why-you-may-have-skipped-summer-travels/) - By Dawn Papandrea While nearly three-quarters of Americans had plans to travel this summer, far fewer followed through. Just 46 percent of respondents say they went away this summer, according to the latest ValuePenguin survey of nearly 1,600 consumers — this is down from the 73 percent in April who said they intended to travel. Reasons behind the - [Congratulations -- You've Earned Five Stars!](https://www.clarknorton.com/congratulations-youve-earned-five-stars/) - I think we all know to cast a wary eye on some online reviews of restaurants, hotels, and other travel sites that may seem overly enthusiastic or overly critical -- which actually may have been written by competitors or friends of the owners of said business. But sometimes people crank out positive reviews just to - [7 Travel Scams -- and How to Avoid them](https://www.clarknorton.com/7-travel-scams-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - I admit, as vigilant as I try to be, I've been an unwitting victim of a few travel scams over the years. I've been taken for a ride (in more ways than one) by a tuk-tuk driver in Singapore. I've fallen for charming stories by a jewelry hawker on the beach in St. Lucia, and - [JFK's TWA Hotel: A Pilgrimage to the Past](https://www.clarknorton.com/jfks-twa-hotel-a-pilgrimage-to-the-past/) - By Steve Anzalone The pandemic’s impact on me as a traveler became crystal clear when, a few months ago, standing in line to re-enroll in the TSA PreCheck program, I pondered something unimaginable just a few years earlier: Was PreCheck worth the $80? Would I be doing enough travel ahead to justify the investment? Count - [Boomers and Their Families Travel and Spend More](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-with-family-in-tow-top-leisure-travel-spending/) - Multi-generational travelers, led by boomers, take more trips and spend more money than other groups of leisure travelers, a panel finds. - [Life and Feasting Return to Italy's Piazzas](https://www.clarknorton.com/life-and-feasting-return-to-italys-piazzas/) - By Frank Viviano Barga, Italy ---A peculiar marriage of wild celebration and tacit mourning takes place each year on August 16 in Barga, the hilltop Tuscan town where I’ve lived for two decades. Its people dance in the piazzas to the music of accordions and mandolins. Outdoor markets hum with shoppers until well after midnight. - [Moving to a New City? Here's a Guide](https://www.clarknorton.com/moving-to-a-new-city-heres-a-guide/) - By Stephanie Haywood Starting over after experiencing a setback, loss, or major life event can be a challenge -- but it can also be extraordinarily helpful when you’re trying to get your mental health back on track. Finding a new city and home, making connections, and preparing for a fresh start requires some planning. You - [Win a Pair of Comfortable Shoes for Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/win-a-pair-of-comfortable-shoes-for-travel/) - A comfortable pair of shoes is a necessity while traveling. Therafit Shoe is built for foot pain relief, and now you can win a free pair of your own. - [Galapagos Islands: Go at Least Once in a Lifetime](https://www.clarknorton.com/galapagos-islands-go-at-least-once-in-a-lifetime/) - One of my favorite trips ever was to the Galapagos Islands, via a small cruise ship, much like the one contributing writer Robert Waite took in his compelling narrative below. The fellow pictured above, a marine iguana with a face only a mother (or mate) could love, is one of countless friendly creatures my wife - [A Wildlife Treasure in Ecuador's Amazon](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-wildlife-treasure-in-ecuadors-amazon/) - Ecuador, a relatively small nation (about the size of Nevada), packs a wallop for its size -- offering a remarkably diverse set of natural and cultural attractions. I've been lucky enough to travel to all four of its main regions: The Andes (including the colonial-era city of Quito); the Amazon basin; the Pacific coast, anchored - [12 Great Reasons to Visit Dubai](https://www.clarknorton.com/12-great-reasons-to-visit-dubai/) - Back in 2003, during a round trip flight from New York to Bali, I had layovers in the Dubai International Airport in both directions. Located in the United Arab Emirates on the Arabian Peninsula, it's a convenient stop between the East Coast of the U.S. (or Europe) and Southeast Asia. Even then, the airport had - [Quito: High, Hilly, Old -- and Delightful](https://www.clarknorton.com/quito-high-hilly-old-and-delightful/) - By Robert Waite Quito, Ecuador – There are three things to keep in mind when planning a visit to Quito, capital of Ecuador. First, it is high. Not Cusco-high, but -- at 9,350 feet (2,850 meters )-- you’re 2,000 feet (610 meters) higher than Mexico City. It may take you a few days to acclimate. - [Exploring Panama On, and Beyond, the Canal](https://www.clarknorton.com/exploring-panama-on-and-beyond-the-canal/) - Ever since my own visit to Panama, I've considered it one of the "essential countries" for travelers. And not just because it harbors a canal vital for global commerce. Panama also connects two continents (North and South America) and is a key link in a chain of countries (including neighboring Costa Rica and Colombia) that - [Bead Tossing, Mardi Gras Style](https://www.clarknorton.com/bead-tossing-mardi-gras-style/) - It’s Mardi Gras time in Louisiana, and not just in New Orleans. Several years ago I was in Lake Charles, Louisiana, during Mardi Gras, and while the carnival festival there is more low-key than in New Orleans, it’s said to be the second largest in the state. Along with a few other visiting travel writers, - [Voluntourism: A Big Baby Boomer Travel Trend](https://www.clarknorton.com/voluntourism-a-big-baby-boomer-travel-trend/) - As baby boomers become more altruistic, they flock to volunteer vacations -- voluntourism -- combining travel and cultural immersion with helping others. - [When First Class Means No Class](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-first-class-means-no-class/) - According to reports, an unruly passenger who recently forced an American Airlines pilot to return to Miami en route to London was sitting in first class. In this timely post, Contributing Writer Bob Waite offers his perspective on encountering rude behavior in the premium seats and check-in lines. It's happening more and more often -- - [Gramping: Camping and Bonding With Your Grandkids](https://www.clarknorton.com/gramping-camping-and-bonding-with-your-grandkids/) - Camping with your grandchildren can be a great bonding experience, but to ensure that everyone has a good time it helps to plan ahead and be prepared; here are five tips to make "gramping" more pleasurable for grandparents and kids alike. . - [Family Gift Idea: St. Kitts Passports](https://www.clarknorton.com/family-gift-idea-st-kitts-passports/) - Several years ago I wrote about the Mediterranean island nation of Malta offering citizenship and a passport to most anyone willing to pony up US$850,000 for the privilege. Malta's potential clients included Americans eager to move to and/or travel freely among the European Union (EU) nations and many other countries, some of which might not - [Travel Tips in the Time of COVID](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-tips-in-the-time-of-covid/) - By Bob Waite There are tragedies far more consequential than the inability of a travel writer to travel. It’s just that I can’t think of any at the moment. My travels ended in late January 2020. As related on this site, I visited Japan, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. The month prior I had been in - [Travel Books: Gifts for the Holidays](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-books-gifts-for-the-holidays/) - Here are some of the travel books I've been reading the past few months, any of which would make a nice gift for the hodophile among your family, friends, colleagues -- or for yourself, of course. They're selected to get those travel juices flowing again (if they aren't already). The Road Trip Survival Guide By - [Answers to Halloween Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-halloween-travel-quiz/) - Here are the answers to our previous post, A Ghoulish Halloween Travel Quiz. 1. If you want to visit the countries where Halloween originated, where would you go? a. Romania and Bulgaria b. Germany and France c. Ireland and Scotland d. Hungary and Slovakia The correct answer is C, Ireland and Scotland. Halloween has its - [A Ghoulish Halloween Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-ghoulish-halloween-travel-quiz/) - If you're looking to expand your Halloween fun beyond handing out candy to trick-or-treaters or dressing up like ex-presidents at costume parties, take our Halloween travel quiz. You might even pick up an idea or two for your next ghoulish holiday. Some questions are easy, some are harder -- but we're betting you don't stand - [Stamp Collecting: My Travel Inspiration](https://www.clarknorton.com/stamp-collecting-my-travel-inspiration/) - Stamp collecting offered me my first glimpses into life beyond my own country, introducing me to exotic places with enticing names like Sarawak and Mozambique. - [U.S.-Canada Border Barrier: It's All Politics](https://www.clarknorton.com/u-s-canada-border-barrier-its-all-politics/) - By Bob Waite Ottawa – On August 9, 2021, Canada began allowing entry to American citizens and permanent residents currently residing in the United States who have been fully vaccinated for at least 14 days prior to entering the country. The United States, on the other hand, has yet to reciprocate. Canadians continue to be barred - [7 Tips for Planning Your Retirement Travels](https://www.clarknorton.com/7-tips-for-planning-your-retirement-travels/) - The best part of planning for retirement is imagining yourself in your new lifestyle -- Including having the freedom to travel. By Rick Pendykoski According to the 19th Annual Transamerica Retirement Survey, two-thirds of American workers spend heavily on travel in their first year of retirement. Many plan to travel abroad, while others may want - [Five Ways to Master a Language for Traveling](https://www.clarknorton.com/five-ways-to-master-a-language-for-traveling/) - I confess -- other than Latin, I was never very good about picking up foreign languages (and alas, speaking Latin won't get you too far these days). I used to joke that I could say the word for "beer" in 18 languages, especially since some of them were variations of the word "beer." And even - [Fun With the World's Most Extreme Adventures](https://www.clarknorton.com/fun-with-the-worlds-most-extreme-adventures/) - If you've ever wanted to bungee jump into a volcano, camp on the side of a steep cliff, or ride a bike along Bolivia's Death Road, here's your opportunity. - [Coast-to-Coast: Two Boomers, One Bike](https://www.clarknorton.com/coast-to-coast-two-boomers-one-bike/) - In Part I of Two Boomers, One Bike, Ken and Francie Gass -- married 43 years and both celebrating 70-something birthdays in 2021 -- detailed the training, equipment, and teamwork required to complete a six-week cross-country trip on a tandem bicycle. The trip tested their fitness, stamina, and trust in each other. While their bike - [How Not to Be an Overtourist in Venice](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-not-to-be-an-overtourist-in-venice/) - Second in a Series. Venice's maze of 3,000 streets, 150 canals and 400 bridges can bewilder the most savvy traveler. Of the city's millions of annual visitors, it's fair to say that relatively few venture beyond the main tourist haunts. This is especially true of the many day-trippers, most notably cruise ship passengers, who may - [Japan Clears Its First Olympic Hurdle](https://www.clarknorton.com/japan-clears-its-first-olympic-hurtle/) - I don't envy the Japanese officials who are trying to stage an Olympics in the middle of a pandemic. In fact, word is that they considered cancelling the whole shebang just three days before the Opening Ceremonies. According to polls and protests, a majority of Japanese aren't on board with the Games, due to rising - [Venice: The Theme Park City?](https://www.clarknorton.com/venice-the-theme-park-city/) - Venice has always been one of my favorite cities. If there’s a more beautiful city in the world, I haven’t found it. And millions of other people would say the same. And therein lies the problem: Millions of people visiting (and tromping through) one of the most fragile cities on the planet -- at the - [Happy National Travel & Tourism Week](https://www.clarknorton.com/happy-national-travel-tourism-week/) - During National Travel and Tourism Week, it's vital to note that the U.S. travel industry is a key part of the economy and is under threat - ["You Left Woodstock?" My Sad Tale](https://www.clarknorton.com/you-left-woodstock-my-sad-tale/) - It was the cultural touchstone of my generation — three days of peace, love, and, of course, music, mud, and skinny-dipping. Somewhere between 400,000 and 500,000 young people somehow made their way to Max Yasgur’s farm in New York’s Catskills, drawn by almost mysterious forces that seemed to transcend even the lure of hearing Jimi, - [Are You a Hodophile? No, It's Not an Insult](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-a-hodophile-no-its-not-an-insult/) - Hodophilia -- the love of travel -- is just one of these fun and mostly obscure travel terms that hodophiles should enjoy. - [50 Years Ago, I Left Woodstock](https://www.clarknorton.com/50-years-ago-i-left-woodstock/) - It was the cultural touchstone of my generation -- and I left Woodstock before it even began. - [Before You Travel: Some Simple Reminders](https://www.clarknorton.com/before-you-travel-some-simple-reminders/) - When planning a trip, it's important to get the basics right well in advance -- from getting your credit cards in order to arranging for pet sitters, from packing all your chargers to making sure they'll plug in abroad, and from packing light to making sure everyone's general expectations are the same. - [How to Prep for a Trip to Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-prep-for-a-trip-to-japan/) - Traveling on your own to Japan can seem daunting, but with sufficient preparation -- and the help of this guide -- you can easily visit there without taking a guided tour. - [A Refreshing Sojourn in Nikko, Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-refreshing-sojourn-in-nikko-japan/) - Nikko, Japan, a world apart but just two hours by train from Tokyo, is best known for the lavishly decorated Toshogu shrine, a vast complex where the founder of a ruling shogunate is buried. Reminiscent of an alpine village, Nikko also features hot springs, hiking trails, and a renowned bridge. - [Nara, Japan: a World Heritage Feast](https://www.clarknorton.com/nara-japan-a-world-heritage-feast/) - Overshadowed in part by nearby Kyoto, the city of Nara rivals its better-known neighbor as a repository of Japanese history and culture. You can see it in a day trip or, preferably, take a less rushed approach, taking in its temples, pagodas, sculptures, and a herd of endearing sacred deer. - [Do's and Don'ts of Public Bathing in Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/dos-and-donts-of-public-bathing-in-japan/) - Taking a public bath in Japan can be a wonderfully relaxing and soothing experience, as long as you abide by the many customs and rituals. - [Coping With Cherry-Blossom Crowds in Kyoto, Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/coping-with-cherry-blossom-crowds-in-kyoto-japan/) - It's possible to escape the crowds in Kyoto at cherry blossom time if you just keep walking -- or climbing, and climbing... - [Are You Ready to Travel This Year?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-ready-to-travel-this-year/) - I know I am. And it appears from the graphic below that most other Americans are as well, though caution still prevails among some -- and I can't blame anyone for that. After conducting a survey on travel sentiment earlier this year, IPX1031 re-visited the topic six months later to see how feelings toward travelI know I am. And it appears from the graphic below that most other Americans are as well, though caution still prevails among some -- and I can't blame anyone for that. After conducting a survey on travel sentiment earlier this year, IPX1031 re-visited the topic six months later to see how feelings toward travel - [How to Book a Great Vacation Rental](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-book-a-great-vacation-rental/) - Vacation rentals can provide an excellent alternative to staying in hotels while traveling, but there are possible pitfalls you need to know before you book with VRBO or Airbnb. - [When in Rome...Eat Farcimina](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-in-rome-eat-farcimina/) - The ancient Roman cookbook writer Apicius developed a parcel of dishes so tasty that he poisoned himself when he could no longer afford them. - [Cruising the World Wins Gold in Book Competition](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-the-world-wins-gold-in-book-competition/) - Cruising the World: From Gondolas to Megaships by Dennis Cox and Clark Norton has won Gold for Best Coffee Table Book in the 2021 Independent Press Award competition - [The #1 Way to Save on Airfare](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-1-way-to-save-on-airfare/) - If you follow the 'Flight First' rule when booking travel, you can save a bundle on airfare almost every time you fly. - [Coping With Homesickness Abroad](https://www.clarknorton.com/coping-with-homesickness-abroad/) - While international travel restrictions are starting to ease, expats may still have trouble getting home for visits. Here are some tips for coping while "stuck" abroad. - [Boomers on Budgets: Adventure Travel Awaits](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-on-budgets-adventure-travel-awaits/) - Budget travel for baby boomers is made easy (or at least easier) by following a few simple tips that require only a minimum of effort. - [Good, Bad, and Mediocre News in the World of Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/good-bad-and-mediocre-news-in-the-world-of-travel/) - Airlines are once again ready to pack 'em in; U.S. procrastinators are in luck; as for cruising -- who knows? Here's all the latest in the world of travel. - [Bordering on Madness: Moscow and Back in a Triumph Spitfire](https://www.clarknorton.com/bordering-on-madness-moscow-and-back-in-a-triumph-spitfire/) - Traveling to the Soviet Union in 1971 was difficult enough, but getting to Moscow and back in a Triumph Spitfire was a Napoleonic-sized challenge. - [Bordering on Madness II: Moscow and Back in a Triumph Spitfire](https://www.clarknorton.com/bordering-on-madness-ii-moscow-and-back-in-a-triumph-spitfire/) - Driving to the USSR from England in a Triumph Spitfire in 1971 entailed a series of adventures and misadventures, many related to the car itself. - [How to Pack for a Hike – Three Ways](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-pack-for-a-hike-three-ways/) - Hiking is an ideal way to get out of your house into the fresh air. But to minimize potential risks, here's a guide to what to bring for three different types of hikes. and hikers. - [Add Hepatitis A to Your List Of Travel Vaccinations](https://www.clarknorton.com/add-hepatitis-a-to-your-list-of-travel-vaccinations/) - As you get vaccinated for COVID-19, don't forget to ask your doctor about getting immunized against Hepatitis A, currently spiking in the U.S. and overseas. - [An April 1 Travel Trivia Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-april-1-travel-trivia-quiz/) - Here are a dozen travel trivia questions -- find the only one that's false and you won't be April fooled! - [Oscar Nominees Stranded On Remote Swedish Island?](https://www.clarknorton.com/oscar-nominees-stranded-on-remote-swedish-island/) - Enticed by some swag in their Oscars gift bags, some of Hollywood's brightest stars unintentionally converge on a small hotel on a remote Swedish island. - [5 Things I Didn't Know About Gloucester, MA](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-things-i-didnt-know-about-gloucester-ma/) - Gloucester, Massachusetts, combines enough great waterfront scenery, seafood, history, culture, beaches, boat rides, and quirkiness to make for an outstanding destination. - [At Last, a Short Getaway](https://www.clarknorton.com/at-last-a-short-getaway/) - A short mountain getaway from the summer heat was just what the doctor ordered to help recover from staying home for the past five months. - [Seven Great Places to Visit -- Once](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-great-places-to-visit-once/) - Where not to go next? Not because you didn't love these places the first time, but for both practical and personal reasons they're best visited only once. - [Zanzibar: Island of History, Mystery, and Modest Attire](https://www.clarknorton.com/zanzibar-island-of-history-mystery-and-modest-attire/) - Zanzibar has cracked down on tourists in skimpy attire, but the historic sights, architectural artistry, and intoxicating atmosphere are worth covering up. - [Who Was the Real St. Patrick?](https://www.clarknorton.com/who-was-the-real-st-patrick/) - A tour of northern Ireland reveals a number of surprises about the identity of the real St. Patrick, now the quintessential Irish holiday around the globe. - [Discovering the Real St. Patrick in Northern Ireland](https://www.clarknorton.com/discovering-the-real-st-patrick-in-northern-ireland/) - Finding the roots of the real St. Patrick in Northern Ireland convinces the author, grandson of Scots-Irish immigrants, that he is fully Irish, too. - [What to Bring and Wear for Outdoor Adventure](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-to-bring-and-wear-for-outdoor-adventure/) - When it comes to outdoor adventure -- hiking, camping, fishing, rock climbing, travel abroad -- this handy guide provides reminders of what to bring and wear. - [The Art of Budgeting: Making Room for Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-art-of-budgeting-making-room-for-travel/) - How can you afford to travel. Follow these tips on how to set up an overall financial budget and you may be on the road (or in the air) sooner than you think. - [Seven Places Ripe for Revisiting](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-places-ripe-for-revisiting/) - Returning to favorite places of the past can be the sweetest form of travel, especially after waiting out a global pandemic. - [Welcome to the Year of the Ox](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome-to-the-year-of-the-ox/) - With the start of Chinese New Year in 2021 -- the Year of the Ox -- a variety of do's and don'ts will, according to tradition, determine the fortunes of the year ahead. - [Jasper: The Canadian Rockies’ Northern Jewel](https://www.clarknorton.com/jasper-the-canadian-rockies-northern-jewel/) - Jasper National Park is a jewel in the Canadian Rockies, with icefields, glaciers, canyons, waterfalls, wildlife, and snow-covered peaks. - ["Vaccine Passports": A Panacea for Pandemic Travel?](https://www.clarknorton.com/vaccine-passports-a-panacea-for-pandemic-travel/) - After a year when the COVID-19 virus has devastated the world's tourism industry and thwarted vacation plans of millions of travelers, vaccinations have arrived that offer hope that 2021 may usher in some return to normalcy. And none too soon for baby boomers, who have seen precious travel time and opportunities slipping away: cruises cancelled, - [Are Airline Change Fees Gone for Good?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-airline-change-fees-gone-for-good/) - Keeping track of what's going on with airline fares these days is almost a full-time job. That's why I've turned to Scott Keyes of Scott's Cheap Flights -- whose full-time job actually is keeping track of airline fares -- to help navigate through the turbulence. In this guest post, Scott tackles the real story behind - [How to Travel Cheaply: 13 Planning Tips](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-travel-cheaply-13-planning-tips/) - The first thing to do when planning a budget trip is to plan carefully. Here are 13 tips for planning an inexpensive vacation. - [Introducing "Secret Tucson"](https://www.clarknorton.com/introducing-secret-tucson/) - My latest book, "Secret Tucson," has been published by Reedy Press of St. Louis, and explores the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure sides of the city. - [Travelstride Launches Flexible Travel Pass](https://www.clarknorton.com/travelstride-launches-flexible-travel-pass/) - Travelstride, an online marketplace for high-quality multi-day travel tours of all types, has launched its new FlexiPass, offering financial and time flexibility for travelers. - [Cruising the World: A Holiday Treat](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-the-world-a-holiday-treat/) - An award-winning photographer and travel writer have collaborated on the ultimate armchair cruise book, Cruising the World.: From Gondolas to Megaships - [Medical Tourism: a Viral Victim?](https://www.clarknorton.com/medical-tourism-a-viral-victim/) - Medical tourism -- traveling to other countries to seek out affordable care -- has mostly come to a halt during the pandemic, but signs point to eventual recovery. - [5 Medicare Changes for 2021 That Can Benefit Travelers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-medicare-changes-for-2021-that-can-benefit-travelers-/) - Travelers can benefit from a number of changes in Medicare for 2021, including money-saving measures and expanded services. - [Massage Therapy: A Tune-Up for Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/massage-therapy-a-tune-up-for-travelers/) - Therapeutic massage has many benefits for baby boomer travelers, including relieving stress, boosting the immune system, improving flexibility,, and aiding sleep.. - [Linger in Oslo, Norway’s Cultural Capital](https://www.clarknorton.com/linger-in-oslo-norways-cultural-capital/) - Oslo, Norway, is often overlooked as travelers scurry off to Bergen and the Norwegian coastline. But a few days spent there reveal a wealth of cultural and other attractions. - [Where Can Americans Travel Now?](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-can-americans-travel-now/) - Even as COVID-19 infections have reached record highs in the U.S.,, a number of countries have opened their borders to U.S. travelers -- with restrictions. - [5 Overseas Retirement Destinations Now Welcoming Americans](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-overseas-retirement-destinations-now-welcoming-americans/) - Here are five countries that now welcome American travelers -- and might make good retirement destinations. - [Is Fiji the Happiest Country on Earth?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-fiji-the-happiest-country-on-earth/) - One survey shows that Fijians are the happiest people on earth, and Tourism Fiji wants you to know about it. - [3 Things to Do Now If You Want to Leave the Country](https://www.clarknorton.com/3-things-to-do-now-if-you-want-to-leave-the-country/) - Thinking about leaving the country and becoming an ex-pat? This report offers ideas for 3 things you can do now to help make it happen. - [Emergency: Help! Rescue Me!](https://www.clarknorton.com/emergency-help-rescue-me/) - What do you use during a travel emergency when your cell phone doesn't work? Try satellite communications - [Get Your Thrills from the Sea on Route 133](https://www.clarknorton.com/get-your-thrills-from-the-sea-on-route-133/) - Who invented the fried clam? Restaurants in both Ipswich and Essex, Massachusetts, stake their claim. But one thing is indisputable: It's a culinary landmark. - ["OK Boomer Challenge": Donate $, Plant Trees](https://www.clarknorton.com/ok-boomer-challenge-donate-plant-trees/) - The "OK Boomer Challenge" challenges Baby Boomers to take the initiative in donating to global tree plantings and prove younger generations wrong. - [Meet Your Kissing Cousins in Gibraltar](https://www.clarknorton.com/meet-your-kissing-cousins-in-gibraltar/) - Gibraltar, often known as The Rock, is a place to explore your inner Neanderthal and get close to Barbary Apes (macaques), colorful caves, panoramic views, and bargain shopping. - [How Sri Lanka's SkyHaven Tours Copes with COVID Fallout](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-sri-lankas-skyhaven-tours-copes-with-covid-fallout/) - Sri Lanka's SkyHaven Tours faces the future of a transformed tourism landscape, but banks on the island's beauty and history to help it pull through the pandemic. - [Have a Devil of a Time in Ipswich](https://www.clarknorton.com/have-a-devil-of-a-time-in-ipswich/) - Ipswich, Massachusetts, native Robert Waite explores the historic, scenic, and sometimes devilish aspects of his home town on Cape Ann. - [Is Flying Safe During the Pandemic?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-flying-safe-during-the-pandemic/) - How safe is it to fly right now as many airlines gear up for heavier passenger loads this summer and fall? One website offers encouragement, with caveats. - [5 Reasons Why Travel Shaming Is Wrong](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-reasons-why-travel-shaming-is-wrong/) - "Travel shaming" -- judging others who choose to travel during the pandemic -- ignores the fact that most trips can be completed safely, even now. - [The Glories of Vietnamese Food](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-glories-of-vietnamese-food/) - Cooking class in Vietnam involves shopping early at the local produce, fish and neat markets, simmering pots of pho for hours, and tasting delectable dishes. - [Saigon: City of Vespas, City of Remembrance](https://www.clarknorton.com/saigon-city-of-vespas-city-of-remembrance/) - A journey to Saigon today includes both homages to the Vietnam War and Vespa "Foodie" tours. - [Vietnam Visit Stirs Emotions for Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/vietnam-visit-stirs-emotions-for-boomers/) - Even 45 years after the fall of Saigon, a visit to Vietnam still stirs emotions for Baby Boomers, but to the Vietnamese, it's mostly forgotten. - [Family Living Abroad? Consider Relocating](https://www.clarknorton.com/family-living-abroad-consider-relocating/) - Relocating to be near your family in retirement can be a wrenching experience, and even more so if you move overseas. But the rewards -- especially spending more time with children and grandchildren -- can be great. - [Confessions of an Unrepentant Phillumenist](https://www.clarknorton.com/confessions-of-an-unrepentant-phillumenist/) - As a phillumenist, i admit to collecting matchbook covers and matchboxes from around the world, serving as reminders of hotels, restaurants, and destinations. - [Journey to Yaxha: Pyramids, Monkeys, and Myths](https://www.clarknorton.com/journey-to-yaxha-pyramids-monkeys-and-myths/) - A visit to Yaxha, Guatemala, yields insights into ancient Mayan culture, along with tales of TV "Survivors," ball game sacrificial victims, and howler monkeys. - [Tikal Your Travel Bone at Iconic Mayan Site](https://www.clarknorton.com/tikal-your-travel-bone-at-iconic-mayan-site/) - The massive ancient Mayan complex of Tikal, which rests in the Guatemalan rain forest, has temples, palaces, and plazas that once rivaled the splendor of Rome. - [Country Codes for Sale: How About justdo.it?](https://www.clarknorton.com/country-codes-for-sale-how-about-www-justdo-it/) - With Tuvalu selling off its URL country code .tv, can other countries be far behind? - [Rain Forest Fun: Eat Grubs, Swim With Piranhas](https://www.clarknorton.com/rain-forest-fun-eat-grubs-swim-with-piranhas/) - Eating grubs and swimming with piranhas may not sound like fun, but at Ecuador's Sacha Lodge in the Amazon, it's all part of the adventure. - [Ottawa – Worth a Place on Your Travel Map](https://www.clarknorton.com/ottawa-worth-a-place-on-your-travel-map/) - Ottawa, Canada's capital, has a reputation as being a bit dull, but our writer says it has the right balance of "occasional excitement and overall tranquility." - [High and Dry In Siem Reap](https://www.clarknorton.com/high-and-dry-in-siem-reap/) - A visit to Siem Reap, Cambodia, should include more than Angkor Wat. Tag along with Robert Waite as he explores the other sides of this tourist mecca. - [Angkor Wat’s Stairway to Heaven](https://www.clarknorton.com/angkor-wats-stairway-to-heaven/) - A visit to vast and wondrous Angkor Wat, Cambodia, the world's largest religious archaeological site, offers an array of temples, monks, and fearsome artworks - [Aly Cook: Musical Boomer From Kiwi Country](https://www.clarknorton.com/aly-cook-musical-boomer-from-kiwi-country/) - Aly Cook, a baby boomer, travel lover, and well-known singer in Australia-New Zealand, has just released her new music video, Cold Wind. - [Americans, Forget Your European Vacation](https://www.clarknorton.com/americans-forget-your-european-vacation/) - With the European Union banning U.S. travelers for the indefinite future, Americans will have to find other ways to get their travel buzz -- or none at all. - [Stay Safe, Relax at These 10 Secluded Beaches](https://www.clarknorton.com/stay-safe-relax-at-these-10-secluded-beaches/) - If you're looking for safe, uncrowded beaches on this U.S. East Coast this summer, check out this top ten list. - ["Cruising the World" Ideal for Armchair Cruisers](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-the-world-ideal-for-armchair-cruisers/) - The new book "Cruising the World: From Gondolas to Megaships" showcases an award-winning travel photographers' longtime love of ships of all kinds - [There's Some Room at the Inns in U.S. Parks](https://www.clarknorton.com/theres-some-room-at-the-inns-in-u-s-parks/) - Due to travel restrictions and fewer travelers, some normally hard-to-find rooms are available for cut rates at historic U.S. National Park lodgings this summer. - [Namibia: African Land of Sand and Strudel](https://www.clarknorton.com/namibia-african-land-of-sand-and-strudel/) - Namibia, an often overlooked desert country in southern Africa, offers not only wildlife but striking dunes, ghost towns, and Germanic architecture and food. - [Namibia: Dunes, Oysters, and Wildlife](https://www.clarknorton.com/namibia-dunes-oysters-and-wildlife/) - Southern Africa's desert land of Namibia not only has the world's most spectacular dunes, its Etosha National Park offers some of Africa's best game viewing. - [Seven Travel Wellness Habits for Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-travel-wellness-habits-for-boomers/) - In the midst of a pandemic, basic travel wellness routines may get overlooked. Here are seven healthy habits that will enhance the enjoyment of your vacation. - [Albanian Travel Dreams Fulfilled](https://www.clarknorton.com/albanian-travel-dreams-fulfilled/) - Albania combines mountain scenery with bizarre historical remnants of the paranoid Enver Hoxha regime, which left it the world's most isolated country - [By Travel Obsessed: Albania Edition](https://www.clarknorton.com/by-travel-obsessed-albania-edition/) - A longtime obsession with traveling to once reclusive Albania led to various false starts and potentially huge fines from the E.U. for trying to drive there. - [Alpine County: the Switzerland of California](https://www.clarknorton.com/alpine-county-the-switzerland-of-california/) - Alpine County, California, is the most sparsely populated place in California, but its high-altitude hiking, fishing, and skiing are reminiscent of Switzerland - [Luang Prabang, Laos’ Tranquil Gem](https://www.clarknorton.com/luang-prabang-laos-tranquil-gem/) - Luang Prabang, located on the Mekong River in Laos, is a welcome respite from the bustle of many Southeast Asian cities while offering a variety of activities. - [Which U.S. Destinations Are the Strongest?](https://www.clarknorton.com/charts/) - According to a survey by RENTCafe, some vacation destinations in the U.S. fared much better in Google travel searches than others. - [Roaming Around Rwanda](https://www.clarknorton.com/roaming-around-rwanda/) - Rwanda travel is best known for its mountain gorillas, but this tiny African nation also boasts wildlife, scenic lakes, and unflinching looks at a tragic legacy. - [Gorillas in the Mist Are Not To Be Missed](https://www.clarknorton.com/gorillas-in-the-mist-are-not-to-be-missed/) - In this guest post about unforgettable encounters with endangered mountain gorillas in the tiny African nation of Rwanda, contributing writer Robert Waite also provides an update on the status of the gorillas in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic -- and sees hope for optimism. In his next post, Bob will detail the rest of - [Escaping from a New Zealand Lockdown](https://www.clarknorton.com/escaping-from-a-new-zealand-lockdown/) - Getting home during a pandemic lockdown can be nerve-wracking and may involve a bit of good luck. Here's one person's story of "escaping" New Zealand by a hair. - [Travel Post-Pandemic? Take Baby Steps](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-post-pandemic-take-baby-steps/) - How to travel post-pandemic? Try taking baby steps, checking out regional attractions until it's safe to fly or cruise internationally. - [Cruising Is in Drydock -- What's Next?](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-is-in-drydock-whats-next/) - Cruising has come to a halt worldwide due to the Covid-19 pandemic. What lies ahead for the industry? - [Travel Like a Pro Summit Part 3](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-like-a-pro-summit-part-3/) - The Travel Like a Pro Summit is your entry way into interviews with more than two dozen travel experts and their tips on how to see the world again. - [Travel Like a Pro Virtual Summit](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-like-a-pro-virtual-summit/) - The Travel Like a Pro Virtual Summit is on, and provides hundreds of travel tips for homebound travelers as they await the day they can travel safely again. - [Spaghetti With Clams -- Or Anything You Want!](https://www.clarknorton.com/spaghetti-with-clams-or-anything-you-want/) - Random phrases heard over the course of your travels can become lifetime memories if they trigger something deep in your psyche - [And the Therafit Shoe Contest Winner Is...](https://www.clarknorton.com/and-the-therafit-shoe-contest-winner-is/) - While our Win a Pair of Comfortable Travel Shoes contest has ended, you can still get a discount on a pair of comfortable but sturdy Therafit shoes. - [Welcome to the Year of the Rat!](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome-to-the-year-of-the-rat/) - Chinese New Year is the most popular festival time in China, but there are a long list of do's and dont's to make sure it all goes smoothly. - [Budapest: My Kinda Two-Sided Town](https://www.clarknorton.com/budapest-my-kinda-two-sided-town/) - Budapest, whose two sides are separated by the Danube, is beautiful, quirky, and lovable. - [How to Choose the Right Cruise Cabin For You](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-choose-the-right-cruise-cabin-for-you/) - The cost of cruise cabins can make or break your cruising budget. Here's how to choose a cruise cabin that gives you the best value for your money. - ["Holland" Is Gone! What Happened?](https://www.clarknorton.com/holland-is-gone-what-happened/) - As of January 1, 2020, "Holland" -- the storied land of wooden shoes, windmills, bicycles, and tulips -- is no more. What happened? - [Happy Holidays and Safe Travels](https://www.clarknorton.com/happy-holidays-and-safe-travels/) - From everyone here at clarknorton.com., we wish you full stockings and fulfilling travels! - [Hiking Safely With Your Dog](https://www.clarknorton.com/hiking-safely-with-your-dog/) - Hiking safely with a dog requires your pet's suitability for activity as well as preparation, planning, and knowledge of trail etiquette and possible threats. - [Win a Free Oceania Cruise!](https://www.clarknorton.com/win-a-free-oceania-cruise/) - Oceania cruise line is conducting a contest to name its new ship debuting in 2022, with a top prize of a free cruise for two in a luxury suite. - [Happy Thanksgiving Day Quiz Answers](https://www.clarknorton.com/happy-thanksgiving-day-quiz-answers/) - Here are the answers to the Happy Thanksgivng Day Quiz in our most recent post. Give yourself an A if you got seven or more right. - [Happy Thanksgiving Day Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/happy-thanksgiving-day-quiz/) - How much turkey is consumed on Thanksgiving in America? What's the origin of green bean casserole? Take our Happy Thanksgiving Day Quiz to find out! - [Traveling Comfortably With a Disability](https://www.clarknorton.com/traveling-comfortably-with-a-disability/) - Travelers with disabilities can go almost everywhere and participate in a wide range of activities, but planning and preparation are key to successful trips - [Prince Edward Island: Anne of Green Gables and More](https://www.clarknorton.com/prince-edward-island-anne-of-green-gables-and-more/) - Along with touring Anne of Green Gables sites, Canada's Prince Edward Island offers natural beauty, historic lighthouses, biking, hiking, and great seafood. - [Are Boomer Travelers Happier and Healthier Than Others?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-boomer-travelers-happier-and-healthier-than-others/) - New research shows that travel can improve your mood and your overall physical well-being by reducing stress, stimulating your brain and helping your heart. - [Confronting Hodophobia -- The Fear of Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/confronting-hodophobia-the-fear-of-travel/) - Hodophobia -- the irrational fear of travel -- and related phobias can keep you from seeing the world, but there are possible treatments. - [Are Bucket Lists Actually "Speed Traps"?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-bucket-lists-actually-speed-traps/) - Should baby boomers slow down a bit in their pursuit of bucket lists and spend more time getting to know a destination? Guest poster Robert Waite argues "yes." - [You Can Travel With COPD: Here's How](https://www.clarknorton.com/you-can-travel-with-copd-heres-how/) - Traveling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be challenging, but that doesn't mean you have to give up your travel dreams. Here are some tips to make your vacation go more safely and smoothly. - [An Aussie Boomer's Rite of Passage, Part 2](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-aussie-boomers-rite-of-passage-part-2/) - Aussie baby boomer Sandy Coghlan recounts her travels in Europe, circa 1969-70, in her new book Yesterday: A Baby Boomer's Rite of Passage - [An Aussie Boomer's Rite of Passage, 1969-70](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-aussie-boomers-rite-of-passage-1969-70/) - Sandy Coghlan, an Aussie baby boomer, recounts her adventures and misadventures as a first-time visitor to Europe in the magical mystery tour days of 1969-70. - [Haida Gwaii's Magical Mix of Culture, Adventure](https://www.clarknorton.com/haida-gwaiis-magical-mix-of-culture-adventure/) - Haida Gwaii is a magical destination: heavily forested islands off the coast of British Columbia, Canada, featuring Haida tribal culture and abundant sea life. - [Sailing the Magical Islands of Haida Gwaii](https://www.clarknorton.com/sailing-the-magical-islands-of-haida-gwaii/) - Aboard the expedition vessel MV Cascadia, a small group of passengers explore the magical Haida Gwaii Islands off the west coast of Canada. - [Where to Eat Your Way Through Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-to-eat-your-way-through-europe/) - An infographic from IrelandWalkHikeBike.com serves up a mouthwatering list of some of Europe's top regions for foodies. - [Answers to July 4 Independence Day Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-july-4-independence-day-travel-quiz/) - Baby boomers, how much do you really know about Independence Day? Here are the answers to the July 4 Independence Day Travel Quiz from my last post. - [Six Great Day Trips From Charlottesville, VA](https://www.clarknorton.com/six-great-day-trips-from-charlottesville-va/) - During our recent visit to Charlottesville, Virginia, where our daughter, Lia, lives and works, my wife, Catharine, and I had the chance to leave the city a bit and explore the attractions of the nearby region. Since it was our third visit to Charlottesville, we had already toured Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello, and the Jefferson-designed University of - [July 4 Independence Day Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/july-4-independence-day-travel-quiz/) - Americans know all about firework displays and barbecues and other July 4 celebrations, but how much do you really know about Independence Day? - [Which View of Travel Safety Wins Your Vote?](https://www.clarknorton.com/which-view-of-travel-safety-wins-your-vote/) - The five-star Corinthia Hotel Khartoum offers a base for exploring pyramids, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the Blue and White Nile rivers. But the U.S. State Department strongly suggests you make out your will and leave a DNA sample before visiting Sudan. What's a travel lover to think? - [Pitcairn's Dark Skies Fuel Astro Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/pitcairns-dark-skies-fuel-astro-tourism/) - Remote Pitcairn Island hopes to turn around its questionable reputation by luring Astro Tourists to its dark skies and pristine atmosphere. - [Unexpected Berlin: Boats, Parks, Festivals](https://www.clarknorton.com/unexpected-berlin-boats-parks-festivals/) - On the cutting-edge of German culture, Berlin offers unexpected pleasures, which may turn up on a canal, in a park, in a festival, or on a day trip to Potsdam. - [How to Leave Business Behind While on Vacation](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-leave-business-behind-while-on-vacation/) - As a business owner or executive, you need to get away on vacation. But how do you avoid adding to your stress while out of the office? The key is making careful preparations before leaving. - [How to Avoid Stressed-Out Vacations](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-avoid-stressed-out-vacations/) - Stresses from planning and navigating unfamiliar locations can leave you less energized than before you left home; here are some ways to avoid that. - [Great Art and Food in Berlin, Germany](https://www.clarknorton.com/great-art-and-food-in-berlin-germany/) - Once an outpost of the Cold War, Berlin, Germany, has become a hotbed of cutting-edge cultural and culinary arts. - [Queen of the Mississippi Cruise: A Day in Memphis](https://www.clarknorton.com/queen-of-the-mississippi-cruise-a-day-in-memphis/) - Before boarding our cruise down the Mississippi, we had a day in Memphis and tried to make the most of our short time there, with help from friends. - [Returning to the Dark Ages on Cuba](https://www.clarknorton.com/returning-to-the-dark-ages-on-cuba/) - The Trump Adminstration's misguided ban on most American tourism to Cuba only hurts ordinary Cubans, as well as curtailing Americans' freedom to travel. - [Heartbreaking Loss of a World Icon](https://www.clarknorton.com/heartbreaking-loss-of-a-world-icon/) - Memories of Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral flood in as a heartbreaking tragedy unfolds. - [Top 5 Australian River Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-5-australian-river-cruises/) - Australian river cruises run the gamut from peaceful to educational and adventurous, and range from Queensland across the continent. - [ See the World Without Breaking the Bank](https://www.clarknorton.com/see-the-world-without-breaking-the-bank/) - Baby boomers love to travel, but lack of money can stand in the way. Here are some tips on how seniors can land discounts and save money on a trip, whether traveling by plane, train, or cruise ship -- and avoid some common pitfalls as well. - [Welcome to the Year of the Pig!](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome-to-the-year-of-the-pig/) - Chinese New Year -- the Year of the Pig in 2019 -- starts February 5 this year and lasts for 15 days. Here's a list of Do's and Don'ts to follow if you want to make the next year runs smoothly and brings good health and prosperity! - [Merry Christmas Travel Quiz Answers](https://www.clarknorton.com/merry-christmas-travel-quiz-answers/) - Where is Christmas Island? What were the original names of Santa"s reindeer? Where is the world's largest gingerbread house? Find out in the answers to our Merry Christmas Travel Quiz. - [A Merry Christmas Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-merry-christmas-travel-quiz-2/) - While I'm recovering from a hand injury that makes it difficult to type (you may laugh, but it's true!), I'm reprising our Merry Christmas Travel Quiz from a previous year. Fortunately, it's an "evergreen" -- meaning it won't pass its expiration date anytime soon, and which conjures up images of Christmas trees as well. So - [Unexpected Travel Benefits of Renters' Insurance](https://www.clarknorton.com/unexpected-travel-benefits-of-renters-insurance/) - You may be surprised to hear that your renters' insurance policy covers theft losses while traveling -- as this couple did following a trip to Spain. - [How One Boomer Became a Trail Guide](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-one-boomer-became-a-trail-guide/) - Mitch Stevens' career odyssey has taken him from boyhood summer camp in Pennsylvania to trail guide for the Sierra Club and his own venture, Southwest Discoveries. based in Tucson, Arizona. Along the way, this adventurous baby boomer has learned key lessons and hiked some of the most spectacular scenery in the U.S. - [New Zealand: A Baby Boomer's Delight](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-zealand-a-baby-boomers-delight/) - Whether taking a walk on the Milford track or a cruise on Milford Sound, touring dramatic locations out of the Lord of the Rings, visiting alluring cities like Auckland and Wellington, riding a boat through a glowworm cave, or soaking in hot pools in Rotorua, New Zealand is a premier destination for boomers. - [Flying for Thanksgiving? Read This First](https://www.clarknorton.com/flying-for-thanksgiving-read-this-first/) - Flying during the Thanksgiving holiday in the U.S. can be a chore. Here are some statistics that won't cheer you up, especially if you're flying these busy routes. - [National Parks Senior Pass Fees Rise Aug. 28](https://www.clarknorton.com/key-dates-for-national-park-fees-near/) - While August 25 is a free day for U.S. National Parks, August 28 marks an eight-fold rise in the fee for a lifetime Senior Pass to the parks. - [Will Medicare Cover You While Traveling?](https://www.clarknorton.com/will-medicare-cover-you-while-traveling/) - Just exactly what kind of coverage can U.S. travelers expect from Medicare while on a trip at home or abroad? It all depends on where you're going and what you've signed up for. - [Don't Like Hiking Solo? Bring Your Dog!](https://www.clarknorton.com/dont-like-hiking-solo-bring-your-dog/) - The benefits of hiking with your dog include keeping both of you in better shape, lowering stress levels, and bonding with your pet in the great outdoors. - [A Truly Crazy Travel Day](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-truly-crazy-travel-day/) - After an idyllic sojourn in Greece, my wife and I were due for some bad karma, which arrived in bundles recently as we tried to fly home to Tucson from Newark, New Jersey, and just about everything went wrong. - [Do You Know Your Credit Card Travel Benefits?](https://www.clarknorton.com/do-you-know-your-credit-card-travel-benefits/) - While cash back, airline miles, and discounts on shopping are well-known fare for many travel credit cards, there is a long list of other travel benefits you may not be aware of, which can save you money and make travel a lot more convenient. - [Overtourism: The New Travel Plague?](https://www.clarknorton.com/overtourism-the-new-travel-plague/) - Overtourism -- or "too many tourists" -- is overwhelming cities and other popular destinations in Europe, Asia and elsewhere, and now some communities are fighting back. But there things we all can do to not add to the crunch. - [An Easy Way to Get Age 55+ Cruise Discounts](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-get-age-55-cruise-discounts/) - If you're age 55 or older, one online travel agency has plenty of cruise discounts for you. - [Travel to Be Healthier in Body and Mind? Yes!](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-to-be-healthier-in-body-and-mind-yes/) - Traveling can make us healthier, both physically and psychologically. Here are a number of reasons why. - [Want to Buy a Vacation Home? Read This First](https://www.clarknorton.com/want-to-buy-a-vacation-home-read-this-first/) - It's fun to fantasize about buying a vacation home, but there are several practical steps you can take to make sure your dream cottage or condo doesn't turn into a nightmare. - [Are These the Best Travel Credit Cards?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-the-best-travel-credit-cards/) - The financial website WalletHub names its top credit cards for travelers -- though they come at a price. - [Travel Hacking: Pluses and Pitfalls](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-hacking-pluses-and-pitfalls/) - Travel hacking is one way of seeing the world for "free," if you're willing to put in the time to make it work and avoid the potential pitfalls of getting in too deep on your credit cards. - [How to Get a Free Kenyan Safari](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-get-a-free-kenyan-safari/) - Kenya Airways is offering free game park tours to some passengers with long layovers at Nairobi's international airport. You'll cruise through immigration, be taken on a drive through Nairobi National Park, fed a scenic breakfast, and be back in time for your onward flight. - [Contest: Can You Name These World Travel Icons?](https://www.clarknorton.com/contest-can-you-name-these-world-travel-icons/) - Test your travel knowledge! Travel photographer Dennis Cox has created a beautiful poster depicting world travel icons and is offering a free poster to the first person correctly naming every icon. - [Chance Encounters on the Road: Margaret Mead](https://www.clarknorton.com/chance-encounters-on-the-road-margaret-mead/) - While traveling, chance encounters with famous people can yield memorable results; here's my Kenyan encounter with celebrated anthropologist Dr. Margaret Mead. - [The Surprising Health Benefits of Gaming](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-surprising-health-benefits-of-gaming/) - A surprising number of people aged 50-plus play video games, and, while they may do it for fun, they may get some unexpected health benefits as well. - [5 Great Reasons To Take An African Safari](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-great-reasons-to-take-an-african-safari/) - There are lots of great reasons to take an Africa safari; here are five, starting with the fact that Africa itself is incredible and the wildlife is unforgettable. - [Game of Thrones Fan? Try These Locales](https://www.clarknorton.com/game-of-thrones-fan-try-these-locales/) - HBO's Game of Thrones is known for its beautiful, often exotic settings. But you can visit them all. Here's where to go. - [Are These the World's Safest Countries?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-the-worlds-safest-countries/) - Two new surveys are out attempting to identify the world's safest countries, which travelers may want to take into account when planning their next trip. Iceland and Singapore were the two big winners -- the U.S. not so much. - [What's New in Cruising for 2017](https://www.clarknorton.com/whats-new-in-cruising-for-2017/) - Ocean cruises in 2017 will introduce new technology, new itineraries (such as Cuba for U.S. travelers), and even take some cues from river cruising. - [How to Celebrate the Year of the Rooster](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-celebrate-the-year-of-the-rooster/) - In 2017, Chinese New Year will usher in the Year of the Rooster. Here are some do's and don'ts for celebrating the world's most popular festival. - [All Hail Zealandia, Our "Newest" Continent](https://www.clarknorton.com/all-hail-zealandia-our-newest-continent/) - Zealandia -- a vast territory in the Pacific that includes New Zeal;and -- may be the world's eighth continent. Alas for travelers, it's mostly underwater. - [Overheard and Overused: Travel Talk That Irks](https://www.clarknorton.com/overheard-and-overused-travel-talk-that-irks/) - Travel terms, expressions and phrases can often be annoying , such as "Been there, done that" and "Is it safe to go there?" - [Baby Boomer Travel Guide: Theme Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travel-guide-theme-travel/) - Themed travel -- theme cruises, themed summer camps, nostalgia travel, or themed tours -- can add purpose and zest to your travels. - [A Guide to Getting Around Northern Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-guide-to-getting-around-northern-europe/) - The Baltic Sea region is ideal for cruising, riding ferry boats, and taking some of Europe's most scenic train rides. - [Deals on Flights & Resorts for Military Vets](https://www.clarknorton.com/deals-on-flights-resorts-for-military-vets/) - If you're a U.S. military vet and know where to look online, you can save big on your next vacation or flight; here's a guide to what's available. - [The "Magic Formula" for Booking a Cruise](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-magic-formula-for-booking-a-cruise/) - How many days in advance should you book a cruise to get the best price? The website Cruisewatch.com says it all depends on the destination. - [Come to Alaska -- to Bask in the Sun!](https://www.clarknorton.com/come-to-alaska-to-bask-in-the-sun/) - Every year at the Summer Solstice, Fairbanks, Alaska, celebrates 24 hours of sunshine with some of the state's top events: the Midnight Sun Festival, the Midnight Sun Run, and the Midnight Sun Baseball Game -- offering a post-midnight party atmosphere. - [The Vibrant Allure of Tokyo, Japan](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-vibrant-allure-of-tokyo-japan/) - Tokyo, Japan's capital and one of the world's largest cities, takes time to get around, but the rewards are great people watching, startlingly fresh sushi, superb art, and relaxing gardens amid the hubbub. - [The Most Beautiful Hike in the Southwest](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-most-beautiful-hike-in-the-southwest/) - With deep canyons, sheer cliffs and natural arches, Coyote Gulch along southern Utah's Escalante River may be the most beautiful hike in the Southwestern U.S. - [Three Utah Canyons Are Hikers' Dream](https://www.clarknorton.com/three-utah-canyons-are-hikers-dream/) - Dry Gulch, Spooky Gulch and Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon in southern Utah offer stunning scenery on a challenging but exhilarating 5-mile round-trip day hike. - [Hiking Utah: Toadstools, Dinosaurs, Waterfalls](https://www.clarknorton.com/hiking-utah-toadstools-dinosaurs-waterfalls/) - Two easy-to-moderate day hikes in southern Utah showcase the geological wonders and waterfalls of the Escalante River area. - [Hiking Utah: The Incomparable Stevens Arch](https://www.clarknorton.com/hiking-utah-the-incomparable-stevens-arch/) - Stevens Arch, the world's fourth largest arch, may be the most impressive natural feature in the western U.S., and is reached by a memorable hike. - [Good News for Traveling Boomers: Strong Health Benefits](https://www.clarknorton.com/good-news-for-traveling-boomers-strong-health-benefits/) - According to a new study, travel can be linked directly to increased health benefits as people age, which is good news for baby boomer travelers. - [Take a Hike: Here Are 15 Reasons Why](https://www.clarknorton.com/take-a-hike-here-are-15-reasons-why/) - Hiking isn't just fun, it has multiple health and other benefits as well for baby boomers or any generation. - [What Type of Traveler Are You?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-type-of-traveler-are-you/) - Grand European Travel has a catchy quiz up on its website that will give you a good idea of what type of traveler you are: nature lover, culinary adventurer, and more. - [Traveling With Cancer and Other Conditions](https://www.clarknorton.com/traveling-with-cancer-and-other-conditions/) - Planning, preparation and allowing plenty of time are keys to successful traveling with cancer, a heart condition or even dementia - [Traveling With a Medical Condition](https://www.clarknorton.com/traveling-with-a-medical-condition/) - Traveling with a serious medical condition can be perfectly safe if you plan ahead, do some research, and take the proper precautions - [Boomer Schooner: Tapping the Niche Cruise Market](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-schooner-tapping-the-niche-cruise-market/) - Brenda Thomas, the hard-working but fun-loving captain of the historic Maine Windjammer Isaac H. Evans, may or may not think of herself as a travel marketer, but she's a good one. During the Evans' four-month annual summer season, when it plies the Maine coast and scenic Penobscot Bay -- anchoring in secluded coves, visiting small - [Can Virtual Travel Draw Real Visitors to Cape Town?](https://www.clarknorton.com/can-virtual-travel-draw-real-visitors-to-cape-town/) - Cape Town Tourism, charged with enticing visitors to its beautiful city at the southern tip of Africa, is winning awards for creative use of social media and digital marketing in a recent advertising campaign that doubled as a Facebook game and contest. Teaming with the ad agency Ogilvy & Mather, Cape Town Tourism invited Facebook - [Baby Boomer Travel Trend: Taking the Grandkids](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travel-trend-taking-the-grandkids/) - Savvy tour operators and destination marketers are taking aim at a big newly emerging travel force: baby boomers traveling with their grandchildren. Leading edge baby boomers, reaching age 65 at the rate of 10,000 a day, are finding themselves with more time to travel, and affluent baby boomers are ready to both spend some quality - [Ohio's Hocking Hills Banks on Nature and Quirky Lodgings](https://www.clarknorton.com/ohios-hocking-hills-sells-nature-and-quirky-lodgings/) - When Ohio's Hocking Hills State Park turned up on a Buzzfeed roundup of bucket list destinations for 2014, it sent me scurrying to a map to locate it. - [Viking River Cruises Thrives on Boomer Business](https://www.clarknorton.com/viking-river-cruises-thrives-on-boomer-business/) - Viking River Cruises simple marketing strategy of focusing on one type of customer -- culturally curious age 55+ passengers -- is paying off in a big way. - [Don't Be Hostile to Hostels -- Win a Free Trip!](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-baby-boomer-travelers-hostile-to-hostels/) - Hostelworld.com is running a giveaway promotion to travel in a threesome to anywhere in the world and stay in a hostel there, but will boomers bite? - [Are You Accidentally Funding the TSA?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-accidentally-funding-the-tsa/) - Travelers in U.S. airports left behind more than $500,000 in loose change last year at security checkpoints. Where should the money go? - [How to Make Everyone Even More Miserable on a Long Flight](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-make-everyone-even-more-miserable-on-a-long-flight/) - The chance that the FCC may allow airlines to permit cell phone use during flights is the stuff of nightmares for passengers seeking peace and quiet. - [Want EU Citizenship? Just Buy It in Malta](https://www.clarknorton.com/want-eu-citizenship-just-buy-it-in-malta/) - Maltese citizenship -- and the right to live anywhere in the European Union -- is now for sale, but at a steep price. And there's a big caveat as well. - [Malta, But No Maltese Falcon?](https://www.clarknorton.com/malta-but-no-maltese-falcon/) - Valletta, Malta – I’m in the capital of Malta before embarking on the Europa 2, Hapag-Lloyd’s new luxury cruise ship, for a cruise through the Western Mediterranean. Valletta is a beautiful walled city, once home to the Knights of St. John -- originally formed during the Crusades to bring Christianity back to the Holy Land - [MSC Cruises Offers Lower Rates for Baby Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/msc-cruises-offers-lower-rates-for-baby-boomers/) - Passengers aged 50 and up can take advantage of MSC Cruises discounted Boomer Plus rates through April of 2014. - [American Cruise Lines Entices Baby Boomers on U.S. Waterways](https://www.clarknorton.com/american-cruise-lines-entices-baby-boomers-on-u-s-waterways/) - Baby boomers are the target market for American Cruise Lines, which plies U.S. waterways around the country and does it with style. - [Baby Boomer "Glamping" with Austin Adventures](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-glamping-with-austin-adventures/) - Austin Adventures offers baby boomer travelers the chance to go glamping -- glamorous camping -- along Peru's Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. - [5 Reasons to Take a River Cruise with Scenic Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-reasons-to-take-a-river-cruise-with-scenic-cruises/) - Scenic Cruises is an innovative company running all-inclusive luxury cruises on European rivers in a new fleet of "Space-Ships" - [Maine Windjammer Association Helps Propel Fleet of Historic Ships](https://www.clarknorton.com/maine-windjammer-association-helps-propel-fleet-of-historic-ships/) - In previous posts on the Maine windjammers Nathaniel Bowditch (go here) and Isaac H. Evans (go here), I talked about the experiences of sailing aboard these historic vessels. Now I'd like to put the spotlight on the Maine Windjammer Association, which represents ten traditional Maine tall ships, seven of which are National Historic Landmarks. Collectively, - [Gray Whale-Watching for the Gray-Haired](https://www.clarknorton.com/gray-whale-watching-for-the-gray-haired/) - I was a little taken aback when I received a press release from a company called Sea Kayak Adventures titled "Baja, Mexico Gray Whales For the Gray-Haired," promoting a whale-watching base camp trip in Baja intended for travelers aged 50-plus. While I myself would more qualify for the "Baja Hairless Whales for the Hair-Impaired" trip - [When Restaurants Spill Drinks All Over You](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-restaurants-spill-drinks-all-over-you/) - I don't think it had happened to me more than once before in decades of eating in restaurants, but it happened twice in the past three days during my vacation at the Jersey Shore: A server carrying a tray of drinks to my table spilled some of them onto my lap. In the first instance, - [Six Things to Know about Travel Insurance](https://www.clarknorton.com/six-things-to-know-about-travel-insurance/) - Whether running with the bulls or leaving a museum in Pamplona, it pays to have good travel insurance, -- but you need to know how to shop for it - [Where and What Are the "Vanilla Islands?"](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-and-what-are-the-vanilla-islands/) - I'm going to hazard a guess that most readers will not know where the Vanilla Islands are or what they are. At least not under that name. The "Vanilla Islands" is actually a brand name used for marketing tourism to the seven Indian Ocean island countries of the Seychelles, Madagascar, Mauritius, Maldives, Mayotte, Reunion, and - [Kyoto's Wealth of Cultural Riches](https://www.clarknorton.com/kyotos-wealth-of-cultural-riches/) - It's hard to even scratch the surface of Kyoto, Japan's, many cultural attractions in a few days -- temples, shrines, palaces, geishas, bamboo forests and much more -- so it's best to take a Zen attitude: see what you can, enjoy the moment, and steer clear of selfie sticks. - [Delving Into Japanese Life in Tokyo](https://www.clarknorton.com/delving-into-japanese-life-in-tokyo/) - Renting an apartment in a residential neighborhood of Tokyo is a good way of enmeshing yourself in the everyday life of the Japanese -- and trying to figure out various cultural differences as well. - [Viet Nam Diary 4: A Day in Hue](https://www.clarknorton.com/viet-nam-diary-4-a-day-in-hue/) - Hue, the ancient imperial capital of Viet Nam, also bears stark reminders of the Viet Nam War. A day's touring includes a fortress,, a temple, and great food. - [Don't Give Up on Travel to Mexico](https://www.clarknorton.com/dont-give-up-on-travel-to-mexico/) - While the news out of Mexico can be daunting, there are still plenty of safe spots for baby boomers and seniors to enjoy the sun, food, architecture, and ambiance of the country, and it would be a shame to miss them. - [It's World Happiness Day!](https://www.clarknorton.com/its-world-happiness-day/) - What makes a country the world's happiest? In the case of Finland, it may be dashing out of a steaming sauna and diving into a snowbank in the dead of winter. - [Tucson Festival of Books a Literary Smash](https://www.clarknorton.com/tucson-festival-of-books-a-literary-smash/) - The Tucson Festival of Books, the third largest in the U.S., took place March 10-11, 2018, and attracted more than 100,000 book lovers of all types. Clark Norton's 100 Things to Do in Tucson Before You Die was a hit with baby boomers, Tucson residents, and visitors. - [Rafting in Dinosaur National Monument](https://www.clarknorton.com/rafting-in-dinosaur-national-monument/) - Today we have a guest post from my friend Mitch Stevens, who leads hikes and adventure trips throughout the Southwest for the Sierra Club and as founder of Southwest Discoveries. Mitch recounts a recent rafting trip along Utah's Green River through spectacular Dinosaur National Monument. This family-oriented trip is perfect for multi-generational travel with grandkids. - [Spring in Tucson: Desert in Bloom](https://www.clarknorton.com/spring-in-tucson-desert-in-bloom/) - Spring in Tucson refreshes the desert, as dry creek beds turn into gushing waterfalls, wildflowers bloom and the region's mountain parks draw hikers and picnickers to newly lush surroundings. - [Ordering My Tucson Guidebook](https://www.clarknorton.com/ordering-my-tucson-guidebook/) - You can now buy my guidebook 100 Things to Do in Tucson Before You Die directly from Clark Norton at www.clarknorton.com. - [Five Good Reasons to Get a Passport Now](https://www.clarknorton.com/five-good-reasons-to-get-a-passport-now/) - You can save time, money, and potential hassle by applying for a new or renewal U.S. passport now. - [The Ultimate Guide to Seasonal Jobs](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-seasonal-jobs/) - If you've ever wondered how folks land those seasonal jobs at national parks and beach resorts, look no further than The Ultimate Guide to Seasonal Jobs by Susan Shain. - [How to Celebrate Chinese New Year](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year/) - Chinese New Year is the most important festival time throughout much of East Asia -- a time when families gather for reunions and celebrate, in 2018, the Year of the Dog. But it's vital to honor tradition and comport yourself in ways that assure health and prosperity in the coming year. - [Happy Mardi Gras, Eat Crawfish!](https://www.clarknorton.com/happy-mardi-gras-eat-crawfish/) - Mardi Gras -- Fat Tuesday -- isn't complete in Louisiana without a mess o' boiled crawfish. Here's the proper way to eat the delicious little critters. - [Backpacking Isn't Just for the Young](https://www.clarknorton.com/backpacking-isnt-just-for-the-young/) - Travelers of all ages can benefit from this comprehensive guide to packing for any type of backpacking trip. - [The Floating Arctic Bath Hotel and Spa](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-floating-arctic-bath-hotel-and-spa/) - Northern Sweden's new Arctic Bath Hotel and Spa sits on river ice in winter and floats on the river in summer; view the Northern Lights or take a freezing dip - [What's Behind Drop in Visits to U.S?](https://www.clarknorton.com/international-visits-to-u-s-drop-4/) - A 2017 decline in foreign visitors to the U.S. has alarmed America's trillion-dollar travel industry and moved it to form Visit USA to win back travelers. - [The World's Essential Cities for Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-worlds-essential-cities-for-travelers/) - An essential city for travelers is one that offers world-class history, culture, beauty, architecture, overall ambiance -- or all of them at once. Here are 11. - [Where to Go in 2018 (and Beyond)](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-to-go-in-2018-and-beyond/) - Here are my top picks for where to go in 2018 and beyond, in the U.S. Europe, and around the globe. - ["Best" Cities for Celebrating the New Year](https://www.clarknorton.com/best-cities-for-celebrating-the-new-year/) - What are the best cities for celebrating New Year's? The website Wallethub has some answers, and Selects New York City as number one. - ["Best" Cities for Christmas Celebrations](https://www.clarknorton.com/best-cities-for-christmas-celebrations/) - A survey of America's 100 biggest cities ranks Chicago, San Francisco and Pittsburgh as the best for celebrating Christmas -- and Hialeah, Florida, as the worst - [How to Buy My Tucson Book](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-buy-my-tucson-book/) - You can buy my book 100 Things to Do in Tucson Before You Die directly from me at clarknorton.com. - [5 Ways to Save When Traveling Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-ways-to-save-when-traveling-europe/) - Although traveling in Europe can be expensive, it doesn't have to be. Here are five tips to help you save money while visiting the Continent. - [4 Tips For Financing International Get-Aways](https://www.clarknorton.com/4-tips-for-financing-international-get-aways/) - Before taking your next big trip, consider these four tips for getting your financial house in order first. - [Creating a Travel Niche: Baby Boomer Home Exchanges](https://www.clarknorton.com/creating-a-travel-niche-baby-boomer-home-exchanges/) - Does it pay to create a baby boomer travel niche -- to market only to baby boomer travelers? Brian Luckhurst of homexchange50plus.com believes it does. I've been lucky to "meet" Brian (in a virtual sense) through this blog. Brian and his wife Catriona live in London, England, and started their home exchange website four years ago, as - [Answers to Thanksgiving Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-thanksgiving-quiz/) - Here are the answers to the Thanksgiving Holiday Quiz at clarknorton.com. How well do you know the holiday? - [How Much Do You Know About Thanksgiving?](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-much-do-you-know-about-thanksgiving/) - Just about everyone in the U.S. celebrates Thanksgiving, but how much do you really know about this favorite American holiday? Take this quiz to find out. - [Should You Travel to Zimbabwe Now?](https://www.clarknorton.com/should-you-travel-to-zimbabwe-now/) - Zimbabwe is on the cusp of political change, which can only be for the better. Here's the outlook for tourism to this African nation, and what to see there. - [Now's the Time to Buy a Eurail Pass](https://www.clarknorton.com/nows-the-time-to-buy-a-eurail-pass/) - Eurail Pass is having a sale that will save you 20 percent on its passes, with additional discounts available. The sale is on through December 31, 2017. - [Managing Your Money on the Road and More Tips](https://www.clarknorton.com/managing-your-money-on-the-road-and-more-tips/) - Wise managing of your money while traveling can help you keep more of it for things like sightseeing and entertainment; common sense safety precautions help. - [Ten Tips on Saving $ on Housing and Food](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-tips-on-saving-on-housing-and-food/) - Both accommodations and food can eat up your budget while traveling. Here are ten tips to help you save money. - [How to Travel Cheaply: 15 Tips on Transport](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-travel-cheaply-15-tips-on-transport/) - Transportation is often the costliest part of travel, but there are plenty of ways to save money no matter how you choose to get around: here are 15 tips. - [Want a Weekend Getaway? 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Hood: Well, Almost](https://www.clarknorton.com/climbing-mt-hood-well-almost/) - Summiting Mt. Hood was on his bucket list, but experienced hiker Mitch Stevens wasn't fully prepared for battling ill-fitting boots and an unsympathetic guide - [How to Avoid Six Common Travel Mistakes](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-avoid-six-common-travel-mistakes/) - Sometimes even experienced travelers make common mistakes that can ruin a trip. This infographic shows how to avoid six of them. - [Where to Celebrate Milestone Birthdays](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-to-celebrate-milestone-birthdays/) - Where should you celebrate milestone birthdays? Tour operator Wilderness Travel has some adventurous suggestions for your 40th, 50th, 60th, and 70th. - [Viet Nam Diary 3: A Holiday in Hue](https://www.clarknorton.com/viet-nam-diary-3-a-holiday-in-hue/) - A family holiday train trip to Hue, Viet Nam, involves old-fashioned paper tickets, delays, overpriced cab rides, and an unhappy baby -- all worth the hassle. - [Viet Nam Diary 2: A Visit to the Tailor Shop](https://www.clarknorton.com/viet-nam-diary-2-a-visit-to-the-tailor-shop/) - Hoi An, the tailoring capital of Viet Nam, has a custom tailor on every block. Business is booming and it's easy to see why: great quality at low prices. - [Viet Nam Diary: The Local Fixer](https://www.clarknorton.com/viet-nam-diary-the-local-fixer/) - In Viet Nam today, everyone does everything; the local bakery doubles as a travel agency or laundry. At the center of it all is the local fixer. - [What Are Your Travel Plans for the Eclipse?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-are-your-travel-plans-for-the-eclipse/) - August 21 brings a coast-to-coast total eclipse of the sun across the U.S. -- here are the top spots to watch it from, plus a viewing checklist - [Seven Top European Hiking Spots](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-top-european-hiking-spots/) - These seven hiking spots -- ranging from easy day hikes to challenging multi-day treks -- will take you through some of Europe's dramatic scenery. - [What Are the Best Seasons to Travel?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-are-the-best-seasons-to-travel/) - The "best" seasons to travel depend on where you're going and what you plan to do there, but the weather and other factors play a key role in successful trips. - [Are These Really the World's Top Cities?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-really-the-worlds-top-cities/) - Travel + Leisure's latest list of the world's top cities indicates that travelers are discovering South East Asia and small-to-medium-sized, non-European cities - [Answers to Independence Day Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-independence-day-quiz/) - The answers to our Independence Day holiday quiz may surprise you. - [How Much Do You Know About Independence Day?](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-much-do-you-know-about-independence-day/) - Barbecues, fireworks, parades -- sure. But how much do you really known about Independence Day? Take our travel quiz. to find out. - [3 Obstacles: Vaccinations, Visas & Planes](https://www.clarknorton.com/3-obstacles-vaccinations-visas-planes/) - Flying, vaccinations, and getting visas can pose difficulties when traveling with a medical condition -- or even when you're perfectly healthy; - [How to Get Around the Mediterranean](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-get-around-the-mediterranean/) - When planning a trip to the Mediterranean, how you choose to get around can make or break your trip. . - [Caribbean Transport: What's Best for You?](https://www.clarknorton.com/caribbean-transport-whats-best-for-you/) - Getting to and around the Caribbean seems simple -- fly there or take a cruise. But the choices are more complicated. - [Baby Boomer Travel Guide: Transportation](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travel-guide-transportation/) - When traveling, how you go can be as crucial a decision as where to go. -- and the two often go hand in hand - [Baby Boomer Travel Guide: Health Benefits](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travel-guide-health-benefits/) - Travel offers excellent health benefits for baby boomers by reducing stress , improving brain function, increasing physical activity, and brightening moods. - [No Surprise: Dutch are Most Adventurous](https://www.clarknorton.com/no-surprise-dutch-are-most-adventurous/) - The Dutch were recently ranked as the world's most adventurous people, but some of their adventures bring lots of pain with little pleasure - [The Untying of United Airlines](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-untying-of-united-airlines/) - United Airlines' treatment of Dr. David Dao by ejecting him forcibly from a recent flight reflects a long history of bad customer relations. - [Buckingham Palace? Nah -- Hogwarts](https://www.clarknorton.com/buckingham-palace-nah-harry-potter/) - Is the Harry Potter Studio Tour really the top must-see attraction in the UK? Yes, according to TripAdvisor - [Beware of Folk Dancing Dinner Show](https://www.clarknorton.com/beware-of-folk-dancing-dinner-theater/) - Some tours seem too good to be true -- and our mini-tour to watch Thai dancing at a dinner theater proved to be a disaster - ["Trump Slump" Threatens U.S. Travel Industry](https://www.clarknorton.com/trump-slump-threatens-u-s-travel-industry/) - The U.S. travel industry, which pumps trillions of dollars into the economy, is under threat by the Trump Administration's restrictions on foreign travelers - [Win a Catskills Vacation Home Contest](https://www.clarknorton.com/win-a-vacation-home-contest-but-hurry/) - You could win a beautiful vacation home in New York's Catskills by writing a short essay on why you want to win it -- all for an entry fee of $149. - [Baby Boomers Rank Travel as Top Priority](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomers-rank-travel-as-top-priority/) - A new survey from Exodus Travels indicates that travel is the top priority for Americans as they reach age 50 and beyond. - [Our Top Ten Blog Posts of 2016](https://www.clarknorton.com/our-top-ten-blog-posts-of-2016/) - Relive 2016 through travel with our most popular blog posts of the year. Number one looks at the hottest new trends iin baby boomer travel and tours - [Where You'll Go in 2017](https://www.clarknorton.com/where-youll-go-in-2017/) - Three of the hottest travel destinations for 2017: Canada, Russia, and Cuba. Where will you go in the New Year? - [Dread Airports? We've Got an App for You!](https://www.clarknorton.com/dread-airports-weve-got-an-app-for-you/) - The free flightSpeak app helps take some of the stress out of navigating your way through airports at peak travel times - [Two Great Last-Minute Travel Gift Books](https://www.clarknorton.com/two-great-last-minute-travel-gift-books/) - Two new travel books, "Backroads of Arizona" and "Backroads of Florida," detail dozens of intriguing driving trips through off-the-beaten-path byways. - [Get Your Kicks With This Route 66 Book](https://www.clarknorton.com/get-your-kicks-with-this-route-66-book/) - The new book "Route 66 Roadside Signs and Advertisements" offers a nostalgic trip back to the glory days of fabled Route 66, once "America's Main Street." - [Travel Gadget Stocking Stuffers](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-gadget-stocking-stuffers/) - It's the time of year to look for stocking stuffers -- and these travel gadgets are the ideal lightweight, compact gifts for baby boomers. - [Ten Hidden European Travel Gems](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-hidden-european-travel-gems/) - Leave the big cities behind and discover 10 off-the-beaten-path European travel destinations with this Infographic from Grand European Travel - [San Marino? Bhutan? My Quirky Bucket List](https://www.clarknorton.com/san-marino-bhutan-my-quirky-bucket-list/) - Many travelers have bucket lists; mine is quirkier than most, with San Marino, Laos, Switzerland's Jungfraujoch, Bhutan and Lake Titicaca in the top five. - [Thanksgiving Holiday Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/thanksgiving-holiday-quiz/) - How much do you know about Thanksgiving, the quintessential American holiday? Take this quiz to find out. - [Tried-and-True Ways to Save on Airfares](https://www.clarknorton.com/tried-and-true-ways-to-save-on-airfares/) - How to find the lowest airfares? Sometimes the tried-and-true methods work better than the latest airfare hacks. - [Bucket List Fever: Pyramids, Vegas, Road Trips](https://www.clarknorton.com/bucket-lists-the-pyramids-vegas-road-trips/) - The Pyramids, whale-watching trips, gambling in Vegas, spending New Year's Eve in New York City, and road-tripping through the U.S. top many Bucket Lists. - [The Most Serene Republic of San Marino](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-most-serene-republic-of-san-marino/) - I went to the tiny European country of San Marino just because it was there, and found a delightful mountaintop medieval town with a fascinating history. - [Do You Have an Aptitude for Italy?](https://www.clarknorton.com/do-you-have-an-aptitude-for-italy/) - I recently came across a clever ad that I love. It's from a North Carolina- and Italy-based tour agency called Italian Journeys, and the ad is called "Italy Aptitude Exam." It features a number of "exam" questions that, in a humorous way, are designed to get you thinking about whether you'd rather spend this January in - [Top Bucket List Items: What's Number One?](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-bucket-list-items-whats-number-one/) - Everyone has their own travel-related Bucket List,, but in this survey of a thousand people seeing the Northern Lights took the top spot, followed by a safari. - [Don't Misjudge Alluring Nuremberg, Germany](https://www.clarknorton.com/dont-misjudge-alluring-nuremberg-germany/) - Nuremberg, Germany, best known for its ignoble Nazi past, is now a stunningly beautiful city after reconstructing its medieval center mostly destroyed in WWII. - [The Most Visited U.S. National Parks](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-most-visited-u-s-national-parks/) - Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains is the most visited U.S. national park, followed by the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain, Yosemite and Yellowstone. - [How to Celebrate World Tourism Day](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-celebrate-world-tourism-day/) - I'm not very good at remembering all the special commemorative days and sometimes obscure holidays that I should. For example, I forgot National Grandparents Day this year, even though I had written about it last year -- and, even worse, it was my first Grandparents Day as an actual grandparent. It was only when a - [Travel Writer FAQs: All You Need to Know](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-writer-faqs-all-you-need-to-know/) - Whenever I tell someone I'm a travel writer, I'm almost always asked the same questions, such as "How do I get your job?" Here are my usual replies. - [The Spicy Allure of Caribbean Cruising](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-spicy-allure-of-caribbean-cruising/) - Caribbean cruises come with many accents -- both in itineraries and ship styles and sizes. But they all have in common the allure of the islands and the sea. - [Nafplio: An Alluring New Greek Discovery](https://www.clarknorton.com/nafplio-an-alluring-new-greek-discovery/) - Nafplio, a historic town about two hours from Athens by car, has both a fascinating background and all the amenities you could want in a seaside resort. - [Rio Olympics: Visual Feast, Civic Folly?](https://www.clarknorton.com/rio-olympics-visual-feast-civic-folly/) - The Rio Olympics should provide a boost to the city's tourism -- or could prove a financial fiasco. Calling Olympia, Greece to the rescue of future Games. - [Milos: Surprises at Every Turn and Taverna](https://www.clarknorton.com/milos-surprises-at-every-turn-and-taverna/) - Food on the island of Milos, Greece, is fresh, varied, delicious, and almost all Greek, served up in tavernas with gorgeous views and eccentric owners. - [Exploring Milos, Greek Isle of the Venus](https://www.clarknorton.com/exploring-milos-greek-isle-of-the-venus/) - The Greek island of Milos is an ideal place for baby boomer travelers to soak up history as well as sunshine in the Cyclades. - [Milos: Greek Isle Where Beaches Beckon](https://www.clarknorton.com/milos-greek-isle-where-beaches-beckon/) - The Greek Island of Milos sports dozens of beaches, each distinct and each stunningly beautiful. - [Milos: Greek Isle Steeped in Beauty, History](https://www.clarknorton.com/milos-greek-isle-steeped-in-beauty-history/) - The Greek isle of Milos proved a perfect place for a three-generation family vacation, including baby boomer grandparents and a baby. - [Win a Week-Long Italian Road Trip Escape!](https://www.clarknorton.com/win-a-week-long-italian-road-trip-escape/) - Win a week-long Italian Road Trip Escape in this contest from Auto Europe; it includes seven nights accommodations and much more. - [Some Simple Suggestions to Improve Air Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/some-simple-suggestions-to-improve-air-travel/) - Flying is seldom fun, but here are some simple suggestions for the airlines for making it a bit more pleasant -- or at least tolerable. - [Brexit: Will UK Citizens Flee to Gibraltar?](https://www.clarknorton.com/brexit-will-uk-citizens-flee-to-gibraltar/) - Many UK citizens seem to be mulling a move to Gibraltar in the wake of the Brexit vote -- what are they likely to find? - [Best Bargain for Seniors? National Park Pass](https://www.clarknorton.com/best-bargain-for-seniors-national-park-pass/) - You can't find a better baby boomer bargain in travel than the lifetime Senior Pass to the U.S. National Park System, only $10 for ages 62 and up. - [My Chance Travel Encounter With Imelda Marcos](https://www.clarknorton.com/my-chance-travel-encounter-with-imelda-marcos/) - When I met Imelda Marcos by chance in Manila, Philippines, her chosen footwear came as quite a surprise. - [Too Many Old Travel T-Shirts? Make a Quilt!](https://www.clarknorton.com/too-many-old-travel-t-shirts-make-a-quilt/) - My travel T-shirt collection was overflowing but I didn't want to throw them out. Too Cool T-shirt Quilts came to my rescue. - [Just What Do Affluent Travelers Want?](https://www.clarknorton.com/just-what-do-affluent-travelers-want/) - A survey of more than 1,600 affluent U.S. travelers indicates they want much the same things as most other travelers, especially baby boomers. - [Finding Wellness Travel in All the Exotic Places](https://www.clarknorton.com/finding-wellness-travel-in-all-the-exotic-places/) - Wellness travel can take many forms, including water-based meditation and exotic yoga retreats. - [Experience the Majesty of Arizona's Red Rock Country](https://www.clarknorton.com/experience-the-majesty-of-arizonas-red-rock-country/) - Arizona's Red Rock Country encompasses Sedona, the Grand Canyon, and lesser-known but still remarkable natural wonders such as Buckskin Gulch. - [Stop and Savor the Cape May-Lewes Ferry](https://www.clarknorton.com/stop-and-savor-the-cape-may-lewes-ferry/) - The Cape May-Lewes Ferry, which connects Delaware with New Jersey, is a 17-mile, 85-minute "cruise to nowhere" or, if you prefer, a "cruise to somewhere." - [Avoid Long Airport Lines With TSA Pre√](https://www.clarknorton.com/avoid-long-airport-lines-with-tsa-pre√/) - Despite saving time and frustration at airport security stations, TSA Pre√ is still vastly underused by the flying public. Here's why and how to get it. - [Watch Out, Ocean Cruise Lines: Here Comes Viking](https://www.clarknorton.com/watch-out-ocean-cruise-lines-here-comes-viking/) - With five vessels launched or soon to be launched between 2015 and 2018, river-cruise giant Viking Cruises is rapidly building up its ocean-going fleet. - [Should We Ban Overhead Bag Storage on Flights?](https://www.clarknorton.com/should-we-ban-overhead-bag-storage-on-flights/) - With airport security lines growing longer, banning overheard bag storage on flights might help ease the problem. - [Eurail Pass Still a Bargain With Good Planning](https://www.clarknorton.com/eurail-pass-still-a-bargain-with-good-planning/) - Choosing the right Eurail pass has gotten more complicated over the years, but planning ahead could save you money on European train travel. - [Travel Photos Adorn Colorful New Fashion Line](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-photos-adorn-colorful-new-fashion-line/) - Award-winning travel photographer Dennis Cox is designing a colorful new fashion collection by converting his images into "painted" scenes. - [Baby Boomer Regret? Not Traveling More](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-regret-not-traveling-more/) - A recent survey of U.S. baby boomers aged 55-70 reveals that one of their biggest regrets is not traveling enough. - [The Agony of Old Guidebook Disposal](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-agony-of-old-guidebook-disposal/) - Disposing of old guidebooks is like disposing of old traveling companions and friends, but must be done. - [Americans Cruise to Cuba](https://www.clarknorton.com/americans-cruise-to-cuba/) - Celestyal Cruises runs cruises to Cuba that are attracting an increasing number of Americans. - [Striking Desert Sculptures Mix Realism, Fantasy](https://www.clarknorton.com/striking-desert-sculptures-mix-realism-fantasy/) - You may be startled to spot dinosaurs and dragons in the desert near Borrego Springs, California, but they're part of a brilliant public art display. - [In Search of Desert Cacti, Blooms and Bighorns](https://www.clarknorton.com/in-search-of-desert-cacti-blooms-and-bighorns/) - Springtime in California's Anza-Borrego Desert State Park brings an array of cacti blossoms, wildflowers, and travelers in search of bighorn sheep. - [Hot New Baby Boomer Travel Trends and Tours](https://www.clarknorton.com/hot-new-baby-boomer-travel-trends-and-tours/) - I’m always glad to run guest posts that contain valuable information for baby boomer travelers, and my friend Samantha Scott at StrideTravel.com has put together a good compendium of the most popular trends in boomer travel today — as well as some excellent suggestions for tour companies that will help you join in the fun. - [What's in a Place Name?](https://www.clarknorton.com/whats-in-a-place-name/) - While "Ireland" barely squeezed onto the list of the top 1,000 girls' names in the U.S., other countries and cities have proved quite popular. - [The Tip of the Iceberg](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-tip-of-the-iceberg/) - Icebergs are more than just big chunks of floating ice -- they may play a vital role in the eco-systems of oceans around the world. - [Hilarious Penguin Video from Antarctica](https://www.clarknorton.com/hilarious-penguin-video-from-antarctica/) - This hilarious video of an Adelie penguin chick chasing its parent for food was taken by photographer Ruben Drenth during a voyage aboard Hapag-Lloyd's Hanseatic. - [Things I Learned at the NY Times Travel Show](https://www.clarknorton.com/things-i-learned-at-the-ny-times-travel-show/) - Each winter, the New York Times Travel Show draws hundreds of exhibitors -- national tourism bureaus, tour operators, and various travel-related organizations, among others -- to meet the public and try to lure them to their destination or onto their tours and the like. It's the largest such trade and consumer show in North America. - [Bargain Travel: U.S. Dollars Go Further in Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/bargain-travel-u-s-dollars-go-further-in-europe/) - I just returned last night from a week in Europe (more about that in subsequent posts) and found my euros going much further than on my previous trips there. And I don't mean going further out of my pocket, but into my pocket. Spain, which I left yesterday morning, was dirt cheap. My wallet was - [Film Fan Going to England? Try These Locales](https://www.clarknorton.com/film-fan-going-to-england-try-these-locales/) - British films picked up a slew of Oscar nominations this year, and it's easy to visit their scenic, historic locales with this guide. - [Top Eight Reasons to Tour Bonnie Scotland](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-eight-reasons-to-tour-bonnie-scotland/) - Of the many reasons to tour Scotland, eight stand out as must-see attractions, but there are a number of bonus reasons as well. - [The Top European River Cruises: A Quick Guide](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-top-european-river-cruises-a-quick-guide/) - European river cruising is exploding in popularity, but which river is best for you? Here's a quick guide to Europe's top cruising rivers. - [A Quick Guide to Top European River Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/more-top-european-river-cruises-a-quick-guide/) - Beyond the Rhine and Danube: a number of other European river and canal cruises await in France, Sweden, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Portugal. - [The Top 12 European Cruising Rivers, Part 3](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-top-12-european-cruising-rivers-part-3/) - Rivers in Spain, Germany, Luxembourg, Italy and France round out the top 12 European cruising rivers in our 3-part series. - [The Force Awakens Island to Star Wars Fans](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-force-awakens-island-to-star-wars-fans/) - Skellig Michael, a small Irish island in the North Atlantic, is home to historic medieval stone huts, unforgettable vistas, and, soon, flocks of Star Wars fans. - [Top European Natural Wonders (Part 1)](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-european-natural-wonders-part-1/) - Europe is filled with natural wonders -- lakes, islands, mountains, valleys, seaside vistas and more -- and here are five of the top ones to seek out. - [Top European Natural Wonders (Part 2)](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-european-natural-wonders-part-2/) - Islands, mountain peaks, river valleys and even celestial displays make up five of Europe's top natural wonders. - [Stride Travel: An Essential Travel Resource](https://www.clarknorton.com/stride-travel-an-essential-travel-resource/) - StrideTravel.com takes the hassle out of travel by offering detailed guides to pre-planned trips, river cruises and tour operators around the world. - [Stride Travel: an Essential Online Resource](https://www.clarknorton.com/introducing-stride-travel-an-indispensable-online-resource/) - StrideTravel.com takes the hassle out of travel by offering detailed guides to pre-planned trips, river cruises and tour operators around the world. - [Island Windjammers: Caribbean Small Ship Sailing](https://www.clarknorton.com/island-windjammers-caribbean-small-ship-sailing/) - The 24-passenger Island Windjammers ship Sagitta sails the Caribbean, and after a relaxed week your fellow passengers feel like family. - [Choose Your Own Cruise Aboard Luxury Ship](https://www.clarknorton.com/choose-your-own-cruise-aboard-luxury-ship/) - On a 10-day May sailing of the Europa 2 cruise ship from Istanbul to Athens, the passengers will get to choose the itinerary from 20 potential destinations. - [Spirit Airlines: No Frills, Plenty of Fees](https://www.clarknorton.com/spirit-airlines-no-frills-plenty-of-fees/) - Spirit Airlines offers cheap fares with no frills, which is fine until you violate one of their many rules and have to pay exorbitant fees. - [More Things I Learned About Charlottesville, VA](https://www.clarknorton.com/more-things-i-learned-in-charlottesville-va/) - Charlottesville, Virginia, offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor and indoor recreation, including a hiking trail that leads to a UN World Heritage Site. - [5 More Things I Didn't Know About Charlottesville, Virginia](https://www.clarknorton.com/5-more-things-i-didnt-know-about-charlottesville-virginia/) - Go curling, take an historic hike, watch polo, or root for the "Hoos" on a visit to Charlottesville, Virginia. - [What I Learned about Charlottesville, Virginia](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-i-learned-about-charlottesville-virginia/) - Charlottesville, Virginia, home to the University of Virginia and three U.S. presidents, has a number of surprises in store for visitors. - [Valentine's Day Cruise Deals, If You Hurry](https://www.clarknorton.com/valentines-day-cruise-deals-if-you-hurry/) - Two cruise lines, Star Clippers and CroisiEurope, have Valentine's specials that will save money and promote romance on the seas or rivers of your choice. - [Further Confessions of a Travel Obsessive](https://www.clarknorton.com/further-confessions-of-a-travel-obsessive/) - Travel obsessions are fun, educational, can motivate you to leave home, and offer a good excuse to go anywhere and do anything you might not otherwise do. - [The Artful Science of Tossing Mardi Gras Beads](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-artful-science-of-tossing-mardi-gras-beads/) - As a first-time Mardi Gras goer, it was a heady experience to toss beads at the crowds while riding in the lead parade float in Lake Charles, Louisiana. - [Mardi Gras Special: How to Eat Crawfish](https://www.clarknorton.com/mardi-gras-special-how-to-eat-crawfish/) - Louisianans love to eat crawfish, but for a novice they can be a little intimidating. Here's how to eat one like you've been doing it all your life. - [Ready for a European Road Trip? Try These Planners](https://www.clarknorton.com/ready-for-a-european-road-trip-try-these-planners/) - Auto Europe has put out a series of Europe Road Trip Planners that will help you make the most of your European driving vacations; Norway is the latest. - [Do's and Don'ts for Chinese New Year](https://www.clarknorton.com/dos-and-donts-for-chinese-new-year/) - Chinese New Year is a time of festivities, but it also comes with a long list of traditional do's and don'ts, such as what to eat, how to dress and much more. - [By Travel Obsessed: Confessions of a Bosch Junkie](https://www.clarknorton.com/by-travel-obsessed-confessions-of-a-bosch-junkie/) - Travel obsessions can lead you to unexpected and serendipitous experiences, such as on my quest to see every painting by Hieronymus Bosch in Europe. - [Spring Repositioning Cruises Offer Top Value](https://www.clarknorton.com/spring-repositioning-cruises-offer-top-value/) - Repositioning cruises, offered in the spring and fall, represent some of the best values at sea, if you like long, leisurely days on the water. - [European Youth Hostels Aren't Just for Youth](https://www.clarknorton.com/european-youth-hostels-arent-just-for-youth/) - For about half the price of a moderate hotel, my wife and I stayed in a Nuremberg youth hostel that adjoined a castle and welcomed travelers of all ages. - [How Pop Culture Can Spark Your Travels](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-pop-culture-can-spark-your-travels/) - Whether it's a movie, song, or book, pop culture can create a thirst for traveling to certain destinations depicted or even just briefly mentioned. - [Star Wars at Sea: Mingle with Darth and Chewie](https://www.clarknorton.com/star-wars-at-sea-mingle-with-darth-and-chewie/) - Spend a Star Wars Day at Sea aboard the Disney Fantasy this winter, and have a meet-and-greet with Stormtroopers, among other characters - [A Baby Boomer's Lifetime of Travel Adventures](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-baby-boomers-lifetime-of-travel-adventures/) - Baby boomer Carol Bruen has enjoyed adventures in more than 100 countries and now takes her grandchildren along for the sometimes wild rides. - [Scottsdale, Arizona: Splendor in the Desert](https://www.clarknorton.com/scottsdale-arizona-splendor-in-the-desert/) - Scottsdale, Arizona, has set aside a quarter of its land for preservation, attracting hikers and other to explore its splendid desert landscapes. - [Which Alaska Cruise Line Is Right for You?](https://www.clarknorton.com/which-alaska-cruise-line-is-right-for-you/) - Choosing the right cruise line for you can be the key to an enjoyable Alaskan vacation. - [Nevis, Home to A. Hamilton and a New Resort](https://www.clarknorton.com/nevis-home-to-a-hamilton-and-a-new-resort/) - One of the U.S. Founding Fathers and subject of a hot Broadway show, Alexander Hamilton was born on the Caribbean island of Nevis, home to a new resort., - [Zicasso: An Online Matchmaker for Luxury Travelers, Agents](https://www.clarknorton.com/zicasso-an-online-matchmaker-for-luxury-travelers-and-agents/) - Zicasso matches luxury travelers with top travel specialists around the world, and is now offering free airfare if you book five trips to five continents - [It's Time to Start Planning an Alaska Cruise](https://www.clarknorton.com/its-time-to-start-planning-an-alaska-cruise/) - Even though it's winter, it's time to start planning a summertime Alaska cruise to get the best deals and the ship and type of cabin you prefer. - [Top Ten Travel Predictions for 2016](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-ten-travel-predictions-for-2016/) - Climate Change Tourism, the Two-Hour Mini-Vacation, and the Wallet-Sized Carry-On are all emerging travel trends for 2016. - [My New Year's Travel Resolutions](https://www.clarknorton.com/my-new-years-travel-resolutions/) - Here are my 20 New Year's travel resolutions for 2016, in which I pledge to avoid some of my worst travel-related mistakes of 2015. - [A Compact Guide To River Cruising](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-compact-guide-to-river-cruising/) - River cruising is one of the hottest segments of the travel industry. Here is a compact guide to river cruising produced by Consumer Affairs. - [Answers to the Merry Christmas Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-the-merry-christmas-travel-quiz/) - I hope you're all having a wonderful holiday season. Mine has been truly memorable, as our family welcomed its newest member and my first grandchild into the world at 6:33 a.m. on December 26 in Tucson, Arizona. Baby, parents, and grandparents are all doing fine...who needs sleep when the greatest Christmas gift of all arrives - [A Merry Christmas Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-merry-christmas-travel-quiz/) - Want to put together a Christmas-themed vacation? Try this Christmas travel quiz to inspire ideas and tickle your brain in the holiday season. - [Senior Travel: Let Us Count the Ways](https://www.clarknorton.com/senior-travel-let-us-count-the-ways/) - Senior travelers lead the way in luxury travel, cruise travel, bucket list travel, and many other segments of the global travel industry. - [Boomers Are the Biggest Spenders on Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-are-the-biggest-spenders-on-travel/) - Baby boomers have the most disposable income of any generation in America, and they're eager and willing to spend it on travel. - [Boomer Bucket Lists: A Huge New Travel Obsession](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-bucket-lists-a-huge-new-travel-obsession/) - I haven't seen the Jack Nicholson-Morgan Freeman flick that the term came from, but "bucket list" has certainly entered the lexicon of our age: Stuff to do before you kick the bucket. Could be sky diving, could be bungee jumping -- could be any number of things that might actually have you kicking the bucket - [New Zealand Trails Beckon Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-zealand-trails-beckon-boomers/) - Along with Switzerland, New Zealand is my favorite place to hike. The "tracks," as hiking trails are known there, lead along mountain ridges, lakes, and rivers and through valleys and rainforests. The scenery is, well, choose your cliche: spectacular, breathtaking, unforgettable. Some of the tracks are relatively easy, while others can literally take your breath - [Are Senior Travelers Tourism's Silver Lining?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-senior-travelers-tourisms-silver-lining/) - Travelers aged 60-plus form a crucial part of the global travel trade -- a fact that should not be forgotten by the travel industry as they court millennials. - [A Famous Yangtze Pagoda Rescued From Flooding](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-famous-yangtze-pagoda-rescued-from-flooding/) - Much was lost when the Three Gorges Dam was built on China's Yangtze River, but the famous Red Pagoda was rescued and the town around it moved to high ground. - [Cruising the Yangtze's Three Gorges](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-the-yangtzes-three-gorges/) - The scenery is still beautiful along the Yangtze River's Three Gorges, despite the changes caused by the huge Three Gorges Dam. - [Big Lake, Small Ship, Relaxed Fun](https://www.clarknorton.com/big-lake-small-ship-relaxed-fun/) - Small-ship cruising has many advantages over big ships, and Blount Small Ship Adventures "Magical Lake Michigan" voyage is one good example of that. - [10 Things I Learned About Traveling in China](https://www.clarknorton.com/10-things-i-learned-about-traveling-in-china/) - As fast as China is changing, traveling on your own there is still a challenge -- and an adventure. Here are some tips and cautionary notes to help ease your way. - [Shanghai: City of the Past, Present and Future](https://www.clarknorton.com/shanghai-city-of-the-past-present-and-future/) - Shanghai is a cutting-edge world city with dashes of the past mixed in -- a land of selfies combined with ancient temples and colonial-era mansions. - [Yichang, China: Surviving Two Days Without English](https://www.clarknorton.com/yichang-china-surviving-two-days-without-english/) - Third in a Series: To cruise the Yangtze, first you have to find the ship. In our case, it was the Victoria Katarina, one of a fleet of excellent ships that U.S.-based Victoria Cruises runs on China's longest river. Finding the ship sounds elementary, but when you're traveling independently in China and don't speak Chinese, - [Cruising China's Yangtze the Slow Way](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-chinas-yangtze-the-slow-way/) - The Victoria Katarina is one of seven ships cruising China's Yangtze River for Victoria Cruises, the only American line sailing through the scenic Three Gorges. - [R.I.P. Yvonne Craig, AKA "Batgirl"](https://www.clarknorton.com/r-i-p-yvonne-craig-aka-batgirl/) - Yvonne Craig, best known for her role as "Batgirl" in the "Batman" TV series, was a role model for young women as the first female superhero. - [National Grandparents Day: Take the Grandkids!](https://www.clarknorton.com/national-grandparents-day-take-the-grandkids/) - Multi-generational travel is one of the hottest trends in touring, and National Grandparents Day is a perfect time to try it. - [South America's Top 7 Natural Wonders](https://www.clarknorton.com/south-americas-top-7-natural-wonders/) - Some are famous, others not so much -- but each of these has earned a spot as one of South America's seven top natural wonders. - [Why River Cruising Is So Hot](https://www.clarknorton.com/why-river-cruising-is-so-hot/) - River cruising has exploded in popularity around the world over the past few years. Here are some reasons why. - [A City of U.S. "Firsts" Reclaims Top-Tier Status](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-city-of-u-s-firsts-reclaims-top-tier-status/) - Philadelphia, which boasts dozens of "firsts" in American history, is no longer the butt of jokes, but a hip, happening, historic city to visit. - [Ocean City, NJ: Biking, Boomers, Beaches](https://www.clarknorton.com/ocean-city-nj-biking-boomers-beaches/) - Since I just returned from a bike ride in Ocean City, New Jersey, I thought it would be a good time to reprint a post from two years ago about this bike-friendly city, complete with a few updates: Bicycling is great exercise for baby boomers, who may find running to be too hard on the - [Adventuring After Age 50: A Booming Business](https://www.clarknorton.com/adventuring-after-age-50-a-booming-business/) - Reaching age 50 doesn't mean your adventure travel days are over. With the help of expert guides, baby boomers can create a wealth of memorable experiences. - [Riding the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Just for Fun](https://www.clarknorton.com/riding-the-cape-may-lewes-ferry-just-for-fun/) - While millions of passengers have crossed Delaware Bay on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry to head north or south, I like to ride the ferry just for the fun of it. - [Is Solo Travel Right for You?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-solo-travel-right-for-you/) - If you're planning to travel solo, or worried about traveling solo, you aren't alone. Here are some tips and statistics that might ease your mind. - ["Magical Lake Michigan" Sails to Wisconsin](https://www.clarknorton.com/magical-lake-michigan-sails-to-wisconsin/) - Blount Small Ship Adventures' "Magical Lake Michigan" cruise stops at Door County and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. - [Mackinac Island: Michigan's Grand Resort](https://www.clarknorton.com/mackinac-island-michigans-grand-resort/) - Mackinac Island, a favorite stop on Blount Small Ship Adventures' "Magical Lake Michigan" cruise, is a throwback to the 19th century with no cars allowed. - [Beaver Island: A Lake Michigan Discovery](https://www.clarknorton.com/beaver-island-a-lake-michigan-discovery/) - Beaver Island, the largest island in Lake Michigan, is remote and sparsely populated but has a fascinating history made large by local characters. - [From Chicago to Holland by Small Ship](https://www.clarknorton.com/from-chicago-to-holland-by-small-ship/) - This Chicago to Holland trip doesn't involve crossing the Atlantic Ocean. You can do it by crossing Lake Michigan with Blount Small Ship Adventures. - [Cruising Lake Michigan Via Small Ship](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-lake-michigan-via-small-ship/) - Cruising Lake Michigan with Blount Small Ship Adventures Brings Back Boyhood Memories and Reveals All-New Sights and Perspectives on the lake. - [Biking Boomers on the Jersey Shore](https://www.clarknorton.com/biking-boomers-on-the-jersey-shore/) - Bicycling is great exercise for baby boomers, who may find running to be too hard on the knees, surfing too fraught with teenagers, golf too pricey and frustrating, and hula-hooping just all-around too embarrassing. With cycling, though, it's easy to just hop on a bike and take off. Of course, it's good to have someplace - [What I Want for Christmas (a Travel Jacket)](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-i-want-for-christmas-a-travel-jacket/) - A new travel jacket from BauBax,featured on Kickstarter, has 15 pockets and other built-in ways to organize your stuff.. - [Answers To Travel Health Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-travel-health-quiz/) - Here are ways to counter jet lag, motion sickness, insect bites, and diseases and insurance problems while traveling. - [Are You a "Healthy" Traveler? Take This Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-a-healthy-traveler-take-this-quiz/) - Jet lag, contaminated water, insect bites, infection, injury away from home -- do you know to prevent or cope with health problems abroad? Take our quiz. - [Is Iran the New Cuba for Travelers?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-iran-the-new-cuba-for-travelers/) - With a new nuclear deal in hand, Iranian tourism officials are anticipating a new rush of visitors to their country, and travelers will be well rewarded there. - [Baby Boomer Trend: Vacation Rentals With Friends](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-trend-vacation-rentals-with-friends/) - Baby boomers are more likely than younger generations to want to have friends come with them on a vacation rental, according to a new survey. - [World's Best Food Cities -- My Top Seven](https://www.clarknorton.com/worlds-best-food-cities-my-top-seven/) - When it comes to food and dining out abroad, you can't go wrong with any of these seven cities. - [World's Best Cities -- My Top 10](https://www.clarknorton.com/worlds-best-cities-my-top-10/) - How can Travel + Leisure readers leave cities like Paris and Venice off their Top 10 lists? Here's my Top 10, including five not named by T&L. - [Tips for Keeping Your Identity Safe On the Road](https://www.clarknorton.com/tips-for-keeping-your-identity-safe-on-the-road/) - Using electronic devices can be convenient and crucial while traveling, but thieves may be able to steal your vital info. Here are some tips to avoid that. - [Baby Boomer Alert: Malaysia and Medical Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-alert-malaysia-and-medical-tourism/) - Medical tourism is big business, and the Malaysian government is pushing hard to promote it. Cost savings are huge for foreign travelers needing surgeries. - [Developing a Taste for the Exotic](https://www.clarknorton.com/developing-a-taste-for-the-exotic/) - When I travel abroad, I'm almost always drawn to the remote, the exotic, the unfamiliar, and the unpredictable. If comfort is the main point, I'll stay home. - [I Climbed the Statue of Liberty -- or Did I?](https://www.clarknorton.com/i-climbed-the-statue-of-liberty-or-did-i/) - I have a clear memory of climbing the State of Liberty when I was age 5 -- except it never happened. What's with false travel memories? - [Answers to the July 4 Travel Trivia Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/answers-to-the-july-4-travel-trivia-quiz/) - While all Americans celebrate the July 4 holiday, how many know some of the travel- and destination-related stories behind it? Answers to a difficult quiz. - [July 4 Independence Day Travel Trivia Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/july-4-independence-day-travel-trivia-quiz/) - Where in Asia would you find Nathan's Famous hot dogs? -- and other travel trivia questions in this July 4 Independence Day quiz. - [Ten Things I Didn't Know About Virginia Beach](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-things-i-didnt-know-about-virginia-beach/) - Virginia Beach has plenty of beaches, but it also has historic sites, seafood restaurants, a top-flight aquarium, and some offbeat attractions as well. - [The Travel Day You're Most Likely to Mess Up](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-overseas-travel-day-youre-most-likely-to-mess-up/) - If you're like me, you're liable to make common mistakes on your first day of an overseas trip, which can cost you unnecessary cash. - [Deadman's Bay: Pirates in the British Virgins](https://www.clarknorton.com/deadmans-bay-pirates-in-the-british-virgins/) - Now popular cruise ship stops, the British Virgin Islands once hosted pirate ships waving the Jolly Roger atop their masts. - [A Pirates' Tour of Jamaica](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-pirates-tour-of-jamaica/) - Long before it was the land of reggae, Jamaica was pirate central, and Port Royal, dubbed "The Wickedest City in the World," was its capital. - [Relive Your Inner Pirate in Puerto Rico](https://www.clarknorton.com/relive-your-inner-pirate-in-puerto-rico/) - The Caribbean pirates of yore were a cutthroat crew, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun putting together your own pirate tour in Puerto Rico. - [Offenses Abroad May Have Serious Consequences](https://www.clarknorton.com/offenses-abroad-may-have-serious-consequences/) - Stripping naked on the top of Mount Kinabalu on Borneo may seem like youthful high jinks, but stunts like this can have serious consequences for travelers. - [When Traveling, Respect Other Cultures](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-traveling-respect-other-cultures/) - Ten foreign visitors in Sabah, Malaysia, angered local residents by stripping nude on the summit of Mt. Kinabalu, considered sacred; several paid a price. - [Arrgh: Our Island Windjammers Cruise Comes to an End](https://www.clarknorton.com/arrgh-our-island-windjammers-cruises-comes-to-an-end/) - Fort-de-France Martinique, the final stop on our Island Windjammers cruise through the French West Indies, is filled with unusual architecture and optical shops. - [Casual, Relaxed Fun: That's Island Windjammers](https://www.clarknorton.com/casual-relaxed-fun-thats-island-windjammers/) - Life aboard an Island Windjammers sailing ship in the Caribbean is casual, relaxed, and geared toward having fun. - [An Island Windjammers Tour of Dominica](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-island-windjammers-tour-of-dominica/) - Dominica, the "Garden Isle," is an eco-tourism paradise and the first stop on the itinerary of the Island Windjammers' French West Indies cruise. - [A Little Slice of France with Island Windjammers](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-little-slice-of-france-with-island-windjammers/) - Terre-de-Haut, an idyllic little island that's part of Guadeloupe, is the kind of Caribbean paradise many seek but can only find on a small ship cruise. - [Island Time: Life on an Island Windjammers Cruise](https://www.clarknorton.com/island-time-life-on-an-island-windjammers-cruise/) - When you're on island time cruising aboard the Island Windjammers' ship Sagitta, you really don't need to know what time it actually is. - [Seeking the Sagitta and Seafood on St. Lucia](https://www.clarknorton.com/seeking-the-sagitta-and-seafood-on-st-lucia/) - Rodney Bay in St. Lucia is the place to find seafood, sand, and the Island Windjammers' ship Sagitta, which home ports there. - [Want a River Safari? Ride the Zambezi Queen](https://www.clarknorton.com/want-a-river-safari-ride-the-zambezi-queen/) - The Zambezi Queen and three newly refurbished "floatels," the Chobe Princesses, sail some of Africa's best safari lands near Victoria Falls. - [Packing Tips for Men: Keep It Light](https://www.clarknorton.com/packing-tips-for-men-keep-it-light/) - Packing light can save time, money, space and backaches. Here are some pointers for male leisure travelers who want to limit their luggage. - [How to Fulfill Your Personal "Bike-It" List](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-fulfill-your-personal-bike-it-list/) - Seeing Europe by bike is an intimate way to experience the local cultures and cuisines while getting fresh air and exercise; TripSite.com has hundreds of tours. - [Baby Boomers Are the Top Leisure Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomers-are-the-top-leisure-travelers/) - Baby boomers take more trips and spend more money on leisure travel than any other age group; so why are we overlooked by travel marketers? - [Packing Tips for Women: Keep It Light](https://www.clarknorton.com/packing-tips-for-women-keep-it-light/) - It's not often easy for women to pack light when traveling, but here are some tips that can help you keep your suitcase down to carry-on size. - [Seven Things Not to Miss in Dublin](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-things-not-to-miss-in-dublin/) - Dublin, Ireland's greatest city, is known for Guinness, writers, writers talking about Guinness, Georgian architecture, and, oh yes, pubs. - [7 Travel Adventures I'll Never Do Again](https://www.clarknorton.com/7-travel-adventures-ill-never-do-again/) - Some travel adventures are far more fun to have done than to actually do them. Here are seven that I've survived and never plan to do again. - [How to Help Nepal Quake Victims](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-help-nepal-quake-victims/) - With tens of thousands of Nepal earthquake survivors in desperate need of aid, here are three organizations you can donate to with confidence. - [New Breed of Luxury Hostels Beckons Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-breed-of-luxury-hostels-beckons-boomers/) - Some European hostels are shedding their old image of backpacker-only havens and are now appealing to older, more affluent travelers. - [Generator Hostels Are Courting Baby Boomer Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/generator-hostels-are-courting-baby-boomer-travelers/) - Luxury hostels are targeting higher-income older travelers with guest rooms that include private bath. - [Are These the World's Top Nightlife Destinations?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-the-worlds-top-nightlife-destinations/) - A baby boomer's comments on a Top Ten list of the world's greatest nightlife destinations, according to a survey from hostelworld.com. - [Dollar Goes Farther on European Bike Tours](https://www.clarknorton.com/dollar-goes-farther-on-european-bike-tours/) - A stronger U.S. dollar and weaker euro mean European bike tours purchased in the U.S. from BikeToursDirect will save money this year. - [Packing Light: If In Doubt, Leave It Out](https://www.clarknorton.com/packing-light-if-in-doubt-leave-it-out/) - Here are ten packing tips that will help you keep your luggage light and compact, leading to less struggle and more enjoyment on a trip. - [Make Your Tax Refund Go Farther in Puerto Rico](https://www.clarknorton.com/make-your-tax-refund-go-farther-in-puerto-rico/) - Why not spend at least part of your tax refund on a vacation in Puerto Rico? Here are some tips to make your dollars go farther there. - [12 Tips for Women Traveling Solo](https://www.clarknorton.com/12-tips-for-women-traveling-solo/) - A female friend of mine, who has traveled extensively but usually in the company of family or others, recently remarked that she didn't feel brave enough to travel alone. Having traveled a lot on my own myself, especially in my younger days, and never feeling particularly threatened by it, I realize that single women may - [Seven Reasons to Pack Light When Traveling](https://www.clarknorton.com/seven-reasons-to-pack-light-when-traveling/) - Bringing a big, heavy suitcase can cost you money, time, frustration and even embarrassment. Here are seven reasons to pack light. - [Welcome to Mykonos' Hippie Chic Hotel](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome-to-mykonos-hippie-chic-hotel/) - With a name like Hippie Chic Hotel, you have to wonder exactly who this new Mykonos hotel is trying to appeal to. - [India's Ganges: The Next Star in River Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/indias-ganges-the-next-star-in-river-cruises/) - You've done Europe's Danube, Rhine and Seine, and maybe Russia's Volga, Portugal's Douro, or Central Europe's Elbe. You're a devotee of river cruising, and you're not alone. River cruising is the hottest segment of the cruise industry right now, fueled in large part by baby boomers who enjoy the small ships, the close-up passing scenery, - [Special April Fool's Day Travel Quiz](https://www.clarknorton.com/special-april-fools-day-edition-quiz/) - All of these 12 trivia items from my blog are true except one -- find it and win our first annual April Fool's Day Quiz. - [Return to Greencastle: Covered Bridges, Uncovered Memories](https://www.clarknorton.com/return-to-greencastle-covered-bridges-uncovered-memories/) - Returning to the small town where he grew up, writer Clark Norton discovers myriad changes -- and that some things never change. - [The Importance of Being Ernest (Hemingway). Or Miley Cyrus](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-importance-of-being-ernest-hemingway-or-miley-cyrus/) - As a blogger,I'm always looking for ways to expand my readership, so I turned to the Hemingway Editor for Pithy Writing Advice - [Don't Let Terrorism Deter You From Traveling](https://www.clarknorton.com/dont-let-terrorism-deter-you-from-visiting-tunisia/) - Travel to countries following a terrorist attack almost always suffers along with the victims. Tunisia could be a case in point. - [Sound of Music Turns 50, Austria Awaits](https://www.clarknorton.com/sound-of-music-turns-50-austria-awaits/) - What better way to celebrate the Sound of Music's 50th anniversary than to tour Austria with VBT in the footsteps of the von Trapp family? - [A Handy Gadget for All Your Plug-In Needs](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-handy-gadget-for-all-your-plug-in-needs/) - A reader from New Zealand alerted me to a new travel gadget -- so new it's still on the drawing board -- that you can help fund on Kickstarter if you wish. The gadget -- which can be used at home as well as on the road -- is a reversible USB adapter that plugs - [Need a Wedding Redo? You Can Win One at Resort](https://www.clarknorton.com/need-a-wedding-redo-you-can-win-one-at-resort/) - If your wedding ceremony featured more than one kind of hitch, you can get a chance at a redo by entering a contest held by a South Florida resort. - [Ithaca's "Don't Come Here" Plea Was Long Planned](https://www.clarknorton.com/ithacas-dont-come-here-plea-was-long-planned/) - Ithaca, New York's, travel marketers turn out to have been even more clever than first imagined -- their "impromptu" plea to head for Florida was long planned. - [European Food Markets Are a Visual Feast](https://www.clarknorton.com/european-food-markets-are-a-visual-feast/) - The food market off Las Ramblas in Barcelona, Spain, is a visual feast, with fresh seafood, meats, vegetables, cheeses, fruit and more in dazzling displays. - [A Homemade Recipe For You, Miley Cyrus: Chocolate Chicken With Butter](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-homemade-recipe-for-you-chocolate-chicken-with-butter-2/) - Try this tasty recipe, then share this post with all your social media friends, if you love chocolate, chicken and butter. - [Lavish Marketing Can't Sub for Bad Attitude](https://www.clarknorton.com/lavish-marketing-cant-sub-for-bad-attitude/) - A retired nurse taking his first big vacation in decades faces rude treatment from a luxury travel company who apparently felt he wasn't spending enough. - [How One Travel Marketer's Joke Turned to Genius](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-one-travel-marketers-joke-turned-to-genius/) - When Ithaca, New York's tourism website suggested visitors skip their frozen city in favor of Florida, it stirred up a storm of interest in...Ithaca. - [Welcome to the Year of the Sheep, Goat or Ram](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome-to-the-year-of-the-sheep-goat-or-ram/) - For Chinese New Year, Chinese around the world celebrate with family, friends, food and gifts; fish is an essential dish on New Year's Eve. - [The Art and Science of Mardi Gras Bead-Tossing](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-art-and-science-of-mardi-gras-bead-tossing/) - At the Lake Charles, Louisiana, Mardi Gras parade, tossing out beads from atop a float teaches you a lot about human character, including your own. - [Theme Cruise Columns Win Second Gold Award](https://www.clarknorton.com/theme-cruise-columns-win-second-gold-award/) - For the second year in a row, three of my theme cruise columns for Porthole Cruise Magazine took home a top travel writing award. - [Maria Theresa: An Empress, a Mom, a New Ship](https://www.clarknorton.com/maria-theresa-an-empress-a-mom-a-new-ship/) - Uniworld, the river cruise line, is introducing a new ship, the Maria Theresa, and the ship's godmother will be one of the Habsburg Empress' descendants. - [See the Real Croatia With Adriatic Luxury Journeys](https://www.clarknorton.com/see-the-real-croatia-with-adriatic-luxury-journeys/) - Adriatic Luxury Tours specializes in Croatia and nearby countries, taking small groups there or customizing luxury trips to the region. - [Tidbits from the NY Times Travel Show](https://www.clarknorton.com/tidbits-from-the-ny-times-travel-show/) - Sometimes little tidbits that you pick up at a travel show can be the most memorable, and lead to larger discoveries. - [Have You Broken Your New Year's Resolutions Yet? ](https://www.clarknorton.com/have-you-broken-your-new-years-resolutions-yet/) - Traveling more makes the most sense as a New Year's resolution you can keep -- and create memories to cherish for a lifetime. - [Save a Rhino and Win a Prize in 2015 ](https://www.clarknorton.com/save-a-rhino-and-win-a-prize-in-2015/) - You can help save an African rhino from a cruel poaching death by donating to a fund for relocating rhinos to safety in Botswana. - [U.S.-Cuba Thaw: It's About Time](https://www.clarknorton.com/u-s-cuba-thaw-its-about-time/) - President Obama's initiative to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba is good news for travelers, even though there's still a long way to go. - ["Smellable" Travel Guide Gives York a Nose Up ](https://www.clarknorton.com/smellable-travel-guide-gives-york-a-nose-up/) - York, England's tourism bureau is out with a book, Smell York, which cajoles you into literally sniffing out the local attractions. - [Is North Korea Opening Up to Tourism?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-north-korea-opening-up-to-tourism/) - A tour operator specializing in North Korea is coming to the World Travel Market in London to convince people to visit the secretive nation. - [More Global Must-Sees for Baby Boomer Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/more-global-must-sees-for-baby-boomer-travelers/) - North America, South America and the Caribbean region are filled with must-see sights for baby boomer bucket lists. Here are my top three picks. - [Some Travel-Related Perspective on the Ebola Scare](https://www.clarknorton.com/some-travel-related-perspective-on-the-ebola-scare/) - Don't be scared off from taking an African safari by Ebola hysteria. - [Hurtigruten Slashes Prices for Antarctica Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/hurtigruten-slashes-prices-for-antarctica-cruises/) - You can save big money by booking an Antarctica cruise on Hurtigruten right now. - [Wellness Retreats -- Rejuvenate your Mind, Body, and Spirit](https://www.clarknorton.com/wellness-retreats-rejuvenate-your-mind-body-and-spirit/) - A stay at a wellness retreat can combine the health benefits of a vacation with the health benefits of a spa. - [A Few Simple Reasons to Cruise Rather Than Fly](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-few-simple-reasons-to-cruise-rather-than-fly/) - Myths about cruising keep many people from even giving it a try. Here are a few reasons why cruising can be far better than flying on your vacation. - [Traveling With a Tablet? Try a Tablift](https://www.clarknorton.com/traveling-with-a-tablet-try-a-tablift/) - Tablet, a nifty device with flexible legs that fold up into a compact position when not in use, is ideal for traveling with a tablet. - [Save Money, Sail Longer: Repositioning Cruise Time Is Here](https://www.clarknorton.com/save-money-sail-longer-repositioning-cruise-time-is-here/) - Repositioning cruises can be a great bargain for those who have the time and like the solitude of the sea. - [Airline Seat Reclining Wars: Everyone Loses](https://www.clarknorton.com/airline-seat-reclining-wars-everyone-loses/) - The recent spate of disputes over whether or not to recline airline seats has led to costly flight diversions and a war among passengers that nobody wins. - [How to Get Other People to Pay for Your Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-get-other-people-to-pay-for-your-travel/) - Fundly, a top crowdfunding platform, allows people to solicit donations from others to help fund their dream trips. - [Set Your Alarm for 20 Years: a Rip Van Winkle Tour ](https://www.clarknorton.com/set-your-alarm-clock-for-20-years-a-rip-van-winkle-tour/) - A Washington Irving legends theme tour of the Catskills stops in Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, and finally Kingston, New York -- for 20 years of sleep. - [Adventure Travel, Family-Style: Rafting the American River](https://www.clarknorton.com/adventure-travel-family-style-rafting-the-american-river/) - For an 11-year-old girl, whitewater rafting can prove both exhilarating and terrifying, but mostly a memorable family adventure. - [Troublemaker Ahead: A Whitewater Rafting Adventure](https://www.clarknorton.com/troublemaker-ahead-a-whitewater-rafting-adventure/) - Troublemaker, a churning, swirling rapid along the South Fork American River, proved both terrifying and exhilarating for a young girl and her family. - [Hitting the Tintin Trail in Brussels](https://www.clarknorton.com/hitting-the-tintin-trail-in-brussels/) - Brussels' Hotel Amigo's Tintin Trail promotion is a good chance for American families to discover the world's most popular boy detective. - [Pick-Pocket Proof Pants: A Garment Tailor-Made for Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/pick-pocket-proof-pants-a-garment-tailor-made-for-travelers/) - While wearing Pick-Pocket Proof Pants made for travelers, you don't have to worry about holding on to your wallet; it will be safe even in crowds. - [Under the Spell of Switzerland's Jungfrau](https://www.clarknorton.com/under-the-spell-of-switzerlands-jungfrau/) - What the Jungfrau region of Switzerland lacks in glitz, it makes up for in sheer scenic beauty and terrific hiking and train riding. - [New Berlitz Guide to European River Cruising A Must Read](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-berlitz-guide-to-european-river-cruising-a-must-read/) - Veteran cruise writer Douglas Ward's new guide, River Cruising in Europe (Berlitz), is a comprehensive look at the major river cruise lines, ships and rivers. - [Sailing in the Lap of Luxury Aboard Europa 2](https://www.clarknorton.com/sailing-in-the-lap-of-luxury-aboard-europa-2/) - The Europa 2, the world's highest-ranked cruise ship, is run by the German Hapag-Lloyd line but is reaching out to North Americans. - [Dazzling Displays at the National Quilt Museum](https://www.clarknorton.com/dazzling-displays-at-the-national-quilt-museum/) - The National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky, is the largest quilt museum in the world and a must-see for fabric-art lovers. - [Rolling Down the Mississippi with American Cruise Lines](https://www.clarknorton.com/rolling-down-the-mississippi-with-american-cruise-lines/) - A cruise down the Mississippi with American Cruise Lines is a slice of Americana aboard an old-fashioned paddle wheeler. - [The Big Muddy Meets the Big Easy ](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-big-muddy-meets-the-big-easy/) - American Cruise Lines' paddlewheeler Queen of the Mississippi cruises the river from Memphis to New Orleans, complete with plantation visits and fine dining - [Touring the "Red Stick" via American Cruise Lines ](https://www.clarknorton.com/touring-baton-rouge-the-legacy-of-huey-long/) - Besides LSU and its football team, Baton Rouge, the Louisiana capital, seems obsessed with long-dead ex-governor Huey Long - [Cruising to Louisiana Plantations, Both Haunted and Vaunted](https://www.clarknorton.com/cruising-to-louisiana-plantations-both-haunted-and-vaunted/) - St. Francisville, Louisiana, is home to some of the most lavish plantations dating from the pre-Civil War era; one is said to be haunted. - [The Queen of the Mississippi Meets the Crown Jewel](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-queen-of-the-mississippi-meets-the-crown-jewel/) - Natchez, Mississippi, makes for a memorable port stop for the American Cruise Lines' river paddlewheeler Queen of the Mississippi. - [Mississippi: A River, a State and a Boat](https://www.clarknorton.com/mississippi-a-river-a-state-and-a-boat/) - At a port stop in Vicksburg, Mississippi, American Cruise Line passengers get an insider's lesson in Civil War history. - [The Best Way to Avoid Long U.S. Airport Security Lines](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-best-way-to-avoid-long-u-s-airport-security-lines/) - Becoming one of the TSA's "Known Travelers" can save you lots of time and aggravation at U.S. airport security lines. - [Go Silent: A Strategy for Affordable Bucket-List Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/go-silent-a-strategy-for-affordable-bucket-list-travel/) - One workable strategy for affordable bucket-list travel is to bid at silent auctions, where you might find quite a deal. - [The Drifter from STM -- a Backpack I'll Keep](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-drifter-from-stm-a-backpack-ill-keep/) - The Drifter backpack, made by STM, is designed to carry a medium-sized laptop, but has space for much more, and pockets galore. - [The Five U.S. Cities Foreign Visitors Want to See Most](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-five-u-s-cities-foreign-visitors-want-to-see-most/) - San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami and New York seem to be on most foreign visitors' U.S. wish list; here's why - [How Insight Vacations Does It Right](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-insight-vacations-does-it-right/) - Insight Vacations runs upscale tours throughout Europe, North America and India, providing comfort, convenience and value. - [Why I Want to Go on an Eight-Day Emerald Waterways River Cruise Through Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/why-i-want-to-go-on-an-eight-day-emerald-waterways-river-cruise-through-europe/) - Emerald Waterways will take you down the Rhine in style -- unlike my last Rhine cruise experience. - [An Eventful Night and Day in Budapest](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-eventful-night-and-day-in-budapest/) - Whether it's in Buda or Pest, or on the Danube that divides them, 36 hours in Budapest is enough to make you Hungary for more. - ['Epic Road' Tours: Does Charity Begin Away From Home?](https://www.clarknorton.com/epic-road-tours-does-charity-begin-away-from-home/) - Combining luxury and adventure travel -- two boomer favorites -- with another boomer hot-button, "transformative experiences," Epic Road offers customized trips that, for now at least, focus primarily on African safaris and the Arctic. Plans are in the works to expand into Asia, and Epic Road will work with clients to set up trips in other regions - [Going for Baroque While Waltzing Through Austria ](https://www.clarknorton.com/going-for-baroque-while-waltzing-through-austria/) - Vienna is a city replete with palaces and Baroque monuments and buildings, softened by cafe culture and memories of Mozart and Strauss - [Fifteen Things I Didn't Know About Vienna, Austria](https://www.clarknorton.com/fifteen-things-i-didnt-know-about-vienna-austria/) - Vienna sports the oldest zoo and Ferris wheel in the world, a palace with gardens bigger than Monaco, and an orchestra with a very long waiting list. - [Ten Things I Didn't Know About the Czech Republic](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-things-i-didnt-know-about-the-czech-republic/) - The Czech Republic has the largest occupied castle, the largest beer consumption, the oldest town, and a number of other distinguishing features. - [A Beer Lover's Tour of Prague](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-beer-lovers-tour-of-prague/) - Czechs drink more beer than any other nationality, and there's good reason for it: they brew very good beer. - [Cesky Krumlov: A Czech Town Where Time Stood Still](https://www.clarknorton.com/cesky-krumlov-a-czech-town-where-time-stood-still/) - "Fairytale town" is an apt description for lovely Cesky Krumlov in the southern reaches of the Czech Republic, where little has changed for hundreds of years. - [Insights Into Prague's Sometimes Troubled Past](https://www.clarknorton.com/insights-into-pragues-sometimes-troubled-past/) - Prague's old Jewish Quarter offers a stark reminder that while the city survived Nazism during the 20th century, many of its residents did not. - [Prague: A Mandatory Stop in Europe](https://www.clarknorton.com/prague-a-mandatory-stop-in-europe/) - Prague's Old Town Square and the Charles Bridge are among the most popular haunts for tourists, street performers, and pickpockets, but don't miss them. - [Prague: A Touristic Wonderland, Complete With Castle](https://www.clarknorton.com/prague-a-touristic-wonderland-complete-with-castle/) - Prague, one of the most beautiful and historic cities in Europe, comes alive in the company of a well-informed Insight Vacations guide. - [Age Busters: Free Virtual Event for Women!](https://www.clarknorton.com/age-busters-free-virtual-event-for-women/) - As part of a virtual series for women called the Age Busters Power Summit, Clark Norton is being interviewed on travel on March 29 at 8 pm. - [When Vacations Don't Make Us Happy](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-vacations-dont-make-us-happy/) - Research is mixed on whether or not vacations make people happier or not; one researcher now says the difference is low-stress vs. high-stress travel - [Six Ways Your Passport Can Cause Serious Travel Woes](https://www.clarknorton.com/six-ways-your-passport-can-cause-serious-travel-woes/) - A passport is an entryway into the rest of the world -- unless there's a problem with it or the visas inside. Here are six red flags to avoid. - [Women, Boomers Dominate Social Media ](https://www.clarknorton.com/women-boomers-dominate-social-media/) - New statistics show that women dominate social media in the U.S., and boomers use social media at higher percentages than their numbers in the population. - [What Are the Cheapest Times to Book Airline Flights?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-are-the-cheapest-times-to-book-airline-flights/) - Trying to get the best airline fare is one of the most complex, aggravating things in travel. But there are "best" times to try. - [The Age Busters Power Summit for Women Is Coming Soon](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-age-busters-power-summit-for-women-is-coming-soon/) - The Age Busters Power Summit is a free 21-day online telesummit starting March 13, featuring experts from 21 different fields offering tips and strategies. - [There's Still Time to Save on 2014 Eurailpasses ](https://www.clarknorton.com/theres-still-time-to-save-on-2014-eurailpasses/) - Until the end of March 2014, you can save money and gain extra days when you buy a Global Eurailpass, allowing travel to 24 European countries. - [Would You Take a "Meaningful" Cruise? ](https://www.clarknorton.com/would-you-take-a-meaningful-cruise/) - Princess Cruises identifies its voyages as "meaningful" -- which is great. But will it sell cabins for the onetime Love Boat? - [Travel Agents Insist: "We're Still Here!"](https://www.clarknorton.com/travel-agents-insist-were-still-here/) - Travel agents, determined not to go the way of the dinosaurs, got plenty of advice on how to survive in an online world at the New York Times Travel Show - [Notable New Cruise Ship Features to Entertain and Wow You ](https://www.clarknorton.com/notable-new-cruise-ship-features-to-entertain-and-wow-you/) - Major cruise lines are continuing to innovate in 2014, including adding "virtual balconies" to inside cabins, as well as skydiving and car-racing simulators. - [Can Ryanair Make a Go of $25 UK-U.S. Roundtrips?](https://www.clarknorton.com/can-ryanair-make-a-go-of-25-uk-u-s-roundtrips/) - Ryanair's CEO has announced plans to sell tickets from Europe to the U.S. for as little as U.S.$13.70, but there are a few caveats to keep in mind. - [Top Poker-Playing Locations in the U.S. for Boomers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/top-poker-playing-locations-in-the-u-s-for-boomers/) - Three cities in the U.S. have emerged as top poker-playing destinations for baby boomers: Las Vegas, New Orleans, and Tunica, Mississippi. - [Some Travel Tips for Women Going Solo](https://www.clarknorton.com/some-travel-tips-for-women-going-solo/) - Women traveling alone can handle most any situation they encounter, using common sense and the help of these insightful tips. - [Boomer Budgeting: Where You Can Go For How Much](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-budgeting-where-you-can-go-for-how-much/) - The flight search site Kayak.com has an addictive feature called "Explore," in which you can find out where you can fly to with a certain amount of money. - [Boomer Cruiser: Sailing China's Yangtze (With Air Included)](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-cruiser-sailing-chinas-yangtze-with-air-included/) - Pacific Delight Tours is offering a two-week all-inclusive package to China that features a nine-day river cruise and transpacific airfare in the price. - [Boomer Shopping: Some Stylish Cases for iPads and iPhones](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-shopping-some-stylish-cases-for-ipads-and-iphones/) - STM Bags makes cases for the latest iPads and iPhones that thwart bumps, bruises and cat scratches, while offering some stylish, practical features. - [New U.S. Tourism Branding Campaign Boasts Results](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-u-s-branding-campaign-boasts-results/) - Softening America's image abroad, a new U.S. tourism campaign is drawing more international visitors -- and their spending money -- to the States. - [Can a Rebranding Campaign Boost Tourism to U.S.?](https://www.clarknorton.com/can-a-rebranding-campaign-boost-tourism-to-u-s/) - A new U.S. national tourism branding campaign, "Discover America, Land of Dreams," is a recognition that the U.S. needs to enhance its image overseas. - [River Cruising: It's Now a Global Craze ](https://www.clarknorton.com/river-cruising-its-now-a-global-craze/) - River cruising, which has been rapidly gaining popularity in European waters for several years, is now just as hot in Asia and points beyond. - [Don't Delay for 2014: Boomer-Driven River Cruising Is Hot ](https://www.clarknorton.com/dont-delay-for-2014-boomer-driven-river-cruising-is-hot/) - European river cruising, the fastest growing part of the cruise industry, is so popular that most 2014 cabins are already sold; it's time to start thinking 2015 - [Detroit: America's Great Comeback City?](https://www.clarknorton.com/detroit-americas-great-comeback-city/) - Detroit may be in the throes of bankruptcy, but hotel and convention bookings are up and a new marketing campaign hails it as the "Great Comeback City." - [Creating Memories: A Crucial Element to Travel Success](https://www.clarknorton.com/creating-memories-are-crucial-to-successful-travel/) - After the travel ends, what remains are the memories. Whether those memories are good or bad is the key to running a successful travel business. - [Are You "Accomplished?" JW Marriott Wants You](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-accomplished-jw-marriott-wants-you/) - JW Marriott is currently working to brand all its hotels to fulfill its customers' three "passion points": culinary, culture and wellness. - [What Do Storage Units Have to Do With Boomer Boom Towns?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-do-storage-units-have-to-do-with-boomer-boom-towns/) - A clever blog about storage units can dip into travel, decluttering, and even Chinese husband storage to draw an audience of loyal readers. - [A Restaurant That Doesn't Let You Forget It's There](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-restaurant-that-doesnt-let-you-forget-its-there/) - Aroma Thyme Bistro in New York's Hudson Valley has honed its marketing techniques to a fine degree, using both email and snail mail to keep customer loyalty. - [San Antonio: The Top Boomer Boom Town?](https://www.clarknorton.com/san-antonio-the-top-boomer-boom-town/) - According to one survey, San Antonio is the top baby boomer "boom town" in the U.S., with boomers flocking there to live for several good reasons. - [Must-See Sites for Baby Boomers Around the Globe](https://www.clarknorton.com/must-see-sites-for-baby-boomers-around-the-globe/) - Baby boomers making up their bucket lists should consider these stunning destinations, each endangered or undergoing big changes at the moment. - [The Power of Images on Travel Websites](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-power-of-images-on-travel-websites/) - Images are particularly important on travel websites because they have the power to evoke primal emotions that become seared in the viewers' minds. - [Why "Flow" Is Crucial for Travel Websites](https://www.clarknorton.com/why-flow-is-crucial-for-travel-websites/) - In an age when immediacy counts, travel websites should guide their users to easily and quickly find basic information, not set up needless barriers. - [What Makes for a Great Travel Website?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-makes-for-a-great-travel-website/) - A great travel website starts with great content. Content that is clear, accurate, up-to-date, and engaging -- which isn't always easy to find. - [Omaha Continues to Reap Tourism Benefits from Manning ](https://www.clarknorton.com/omaha-continues-to-reap-tourism-benefits-from-manning/) - Omaha tourism has received millions of dollars in free advertising from Denver quarterback Peyton Manning, and is making the most of the serendipity. - [Is This Why British Tourism to the U.S. Is Dropping ?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-this-why-british-tourism-to-the-u-s-is-dropping/) - British (and all foreign) journalists -- including travel writers -- are subject to special visa requirements when coming to the U.S. on assignment. But why? - [Boomers Aren't Leaving These Towns -- But Why?](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-arent-leaving-these-towns-but-why/) - Baby boomers are staying put in some towns and cities across America more than others, according to one website -- but what are the attractions? - [A Space Age Travel Agency for Intrepid Tourists](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-space-age-travel-agency-for-intrepid-tourists/) - Virtuoso, a global luxury travel network, has a dedicated crew of 56 "space agents" charged with nurturing future space tourists aboard Virgin Galactic. - [When Serendipity (and Peyton Manning) Call, Omaha Answers](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-serendipity-calls-omaha-answers/) - Broncos' quarterback Peyton Manning provided tons of free publicity to Omaha, Nebraska, when he yelled "Omaha, Omaha" calling signals in the NFL playoffs. - [Does Miley Cyrus Influence Baby Boomer Travel?](https://www.clarknorton.com/does-miley-cyrus-influence-baby-boomer-travel/) - Celebrities can be a powerful force in drawing visitors to a destination. Sometimes it requires a little imagination but it works. - [Now Hotels Are Really Getting Personal](https://www.clarknorton.com/now-hotels-are-really-getting-personal/) - A number of luxury hotels are mining social media to gain advance information about their guests, so as to offer more personalized service upon arrival. - [When Funding Lags, Philly Marketer Turns to New Media](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-funding-lags-philly-marketer-turns-to-new-media/) - What does a destination marketing organization do when the state slashes its funding? Visit Philadelphia got creative and turned to new media. - [Can Our Musical Tastes Predict Our Travel Tastes? ](https://www.clarknorton.com/can-our-musical-tastes-predict-our-travel-tastes/) - Do the tunes you choose to listen to offer clues about where you may go on your next vacation? Pandora, the Internet radio service, thinks so. - [Canadian Boomers Seek Travel Luxury, Culture, Beaches ](https://www.clarknorton.com/canadian-boomers-seek-travel-luxury-culture-beaches/) - Say sayonara to backpacking for Canadian baby boomer travelers, who are planning luxury trips based around history, culture and beaches in 2014. - [Is Finland's Tourism Website the World's Best?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-finlands-tourism-website-the-worlds-best/) - Twenty global tourism websites made a list of the world's best. Some are highly deserving, others not so much, but Finland's stands above the rest. - [Are These the Best-Designed U.S. Tourism Websites?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-the-best-designed-u-s-tourism-websites/) - Six U.S. tourism websites have been named among the 20 best-designed in the world; while all look nice, some are better than others. - [Bike Tours Direct: Save Money, Save Your Legs](https://www.clarknorton.com/bike-tours-direct-save-money-save-your-legs/) - With Bike Tours Direct, baby boomer cyclists can choose guided or self-guided tours around the world, via leg-saving electric bikes, and save money, too. - [Some Stocking Stuffers for Baby Boomer Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/some-stocking-stuffers-for-baby-boomer-travelers/) - Five smallish stocking stuffers can make travel a bit easier and more fun over the holidays or all year round. - [Charlottesville's Social Media Strategy Lures Fans, Visitors](https://www.clarknorton.com/charlottesvilles-social-media-strategy-lures-fans-visitors/) - Charlottesville, Virginia, has developed one of the world's most popular destination travel Facebook pages through a simple but brilliant strategy. - [An Indispensable Cruise Guide for Boomers--and Everyone Else](https://www.clarknorton.com/an-indispensable-cruise-guide-for-boomers-and-everyone-else/) - The Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Ships guidebook is an indispensable research tool for baby boomers or anyone choosing the "right" cruise line and ship. - [Looking for Travel Experiences? Take a Peek at Peek.com](https://www.clarknorton.com/looking-for-travel-experiences-take-a-peek-at-peek-com/) - The website Peek.com offers a variety of experiences in major U.S. cities, Hawaii and Europe and surrounding areas that you might not know about. - [New Mexico Town Hopes for Boom From Space Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/new-mexico-town-hopes-for-boom-from-space-tourism/) - The town of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, hopes that space tourism from Virgin Galactic flights will revive its sagging economy. - [Who Are the Most Annoying Fliers?](https://www.clarknorton.com/who-are-the-most-annoying-fliers/) - A new survey of U.S. adults show that the most annoying in-flight passengers are inattentive parents, rear seat kickers, and people who are "aromatic." - [Honoring Nelson Mandela With "Footprint" Tours](https://www.clarknorton.com/safari-outfitters-offer-competing-mandela-footprint-tours/) - Two safari outfitters are offering similar tours stopping at South African landmarks in the late Nelson Mandela's life, before moving on to game park visits. - [Which Travel Destinations Are Trending Today -- and Why?](https://www.clarknorton.com/which-travel-destinations-are-trending-today-and-why/) - TripAdvisor has released a list of the top travel destinations "on the rise" around the world. Many make perfect sense, while others are puzzling. - [Ten Things I Didn't Know About Charlottesville, Virginia](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-things-i-didnt-know-about-charlottesville-virginia/) - Charlottesville, Virginia, is known for Jefferson's Monticello and University of Virginia, but there's much more to do, see...and eat. - [Adventure Tuesday™ Deals from ROW Adventures](https://www.clarknorton.com/adventure-tuesday-deals-from-row-adventures/) - ROW Adventures, a top adventure travel outfitter, is offering special Adventure Tuesday™ discounts from Tuesday, December 3 until December 4, 2013. - [Burdened With Bags? No Problem, Say Luxembourg Hoteliers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/burdened-with-bags-no-problem-say-luxembourg-hoteliers/) - A group of five Luxembourg hotels have united to offer free luggage transport among them so you can hike or bike unencumbered during your stays. - [CroisiEurope River Cruises Makes a Move Into U.S. Market](https://www.clarknorton.com/croisieurope-river-cruises-makes-a-move-into-u-s-market/) - CroisiEurope is a longtime European river cruise operator, with 30 ships on 25 canals and rivers, but is just now trying to appeal directly to U.S. consumers. - [Ten Unusual Things I Just Learned About European Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/ten-unusual-things-i-just-learned-about-european-travel/) - Sometimes the most compelling travel stories come from offbeat and unusual attractions. Here are ten little known European travel items I just found out about. - [Now's the Time for Voluntourism in Philippines](https://www.clarknorton.com/philippines-needs-volunteers-now-will-boomers-respond/) - Projects Abroad is putting out an urgent call for volunteers to help disaster relief efforts in the Philippines. - [Are Baby Boomer Travelers Different From Other Generations?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-baby-boomer-travelers-different-from-other-generations/) - Baby boomer travelers are willing to spend money, crave adventure and luxury at the same time, and remain independent-minded and idealistic. - [Thailand Tourism Aims Its Sights on Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/thailand-tourism-aims-its-sights-on-boomers/) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand is targeting U.S. baby boomers with a new ad campaign meant to reach beyond "fly and flop" holidays. - [Climate Change Tourism: Adapt or Die?](https://www.clarknorton.com/climate-change-tourism-adapt-or-die/) - Peruvians who depend on tourism to Andean glaciers are suffering the effects of climate change along with the melting glaciers themselves. - [What Makes For a Good -- or Bad -- Airport?](https://www.clarknorton.com/what-makes-for-a-good-or-bad-airport/) - There are lots of bad airports, but a little touch like the Frankfurt, Germany, airport's coat-checking service can help to ease your load while flying. - [Dutch Treat: Bicycling for Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/dutch-treat-bicycling-for-boomers/) - Bicycling is The Netherlands is perfect for baby boomers, with hundreds of miles of flat, scenic routes awaiting in cities and countryside. - [One Baby Boomer's Struggle with Cruise Food Glut](https://www.clarknorton.com/one-baby-boomers-struggle-with-cruise-food-glut/) - It can be quite a challenge to maintain a diet while on a cruise. One baby boomer tried, and mostly failed -- but did keep up his walking regimen. - [Is It Time to Head to India for That Knee Transplant?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-it-time-to-head-to-india-for-that-knee-transplant/) - Baby boomer medical tourists are taking the opportunity to see the sights of other countries as long as they're traveling there anyway for surgeries. - [From Hip to Hip Replacement: Boomers and Medical Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/from-hip-to-hip-replacement-baby-boomers-discover-medical-tourism/) - Need a knee replacement? The baby boomer medical tourist may combine surgery with a visit to the Taj Mahal. - [Two Smartphone Gadgets for Travelers](https://www.clarknorton.com/two-smartphone-gadgets-for-travelers/) - A Keyprop and a Cell Phone Holder and Charging Station are two small gadgets that come in handy when you travel with your smartphone - [Virginia's Roanoke Valley: Smart Marketing, Lots to Offer](https://www.clarknorton.com/virginias-roanoke-valley-smart-marketing-but-with-lots-to-offer/) - The Roanoke Valley -- marketed as "Virginia's Blue Ridge" -- is media savvy and knows how to show off its attractions. - [Fight Greenwashing: Tips for Eco-Conscious Boomer Travelers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/fight-greenwashing-tips-for-eco-conscious-baby-boomer-travelers/) - Some supposed eco-tourist attractions actually harm animals and the environment in general. The colorful name for this deceitful practice is greenwashing. - [How to Lure Baby Boomer Travelers and Their Families](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-to-lure-baby-boomer-travelers-and-their-families/) - By using highly targeted marketing techniques, Lee's Summit, Missouri, has lured baby boomer travelers and their families to come for visits. - [Are These the World's Worst Tourists?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-these-the-worlds-worst-tourists/) - Four tourists "distinguish" themselves as among the worst foreign visitors of the past several years. - [Dining in Roanoke: Comfort Foods and Plenty of Them ](https://www.clarknorton.com/dining-in-roanoke-comfort-foods-and-plenty-of-them/) - Biscuits and sausage gravy, platters of fried chicken, peanut soup, spoonbread and burritos with fries all promise to fill you up in Roanoke. - [Six Memorable Travel Encounters in Roanoke, Virginia](https://www.clarknorton.com/six-memorable-travel-encounters-in-roanoke-virginia/) - A mayor and his dog, a "Ridge Runner" along the Appalachian Trail, a vintner who stirs his grapes with a paddle and some reality TV stars are among them. - [Boomer Schooner: Aboard an Authentic Maine Windjammer](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-schooner-aboard-an-authentic-maine-windjammer/) - The 90-year-old schooner Nathaniel Bowditch sails Maine's beautiful Penobscot Bay complete with lobster bakes and chances to help the crew - [National Cruise Vacation Week Cruise Deals](https://www.clarknorton.com/national-cruise-vacation-week-cruise-deals/) - We can't let National Cruise Vacation Week (October 20-27) pass by without acknowledging some special cruise line deals now being offered by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) cruise agents. (You can find CLIA agents by going here.) CLIA agents are offering deals from a couple of dozen cruise lines -- featuring both ocean and river - [CityMove.com: Authentic Reviews Boomers Can Count On](https://www.clarknorton.com/citymove-com-authentic-reviews-boomers-can-count-on/) - Recently I've written about the problems that fake and fraudulent consumer travel reviews -- of hotels, restaurants, attractions and the like, called "astroturfing" -- are causing readers of online sites who are trying to get honest information while planning their trips or while on the road. The New York State attorney general is even handing - [U.S. Government Shutdown Is Killing Tourism Near Parklands](https://www.clarknorton.com/u-s-government-shutdown-is-killing-tourism-near-parklands/) - Among the many millions of Americans being hurt financially and otherwise by the U.S. government shutdown, now in its 11th day as of this writing, are small business owners in gateways to national parks who depend on tourist dollars to survive. An important piece in the October 11th New York Times details some of the - [Culinary Tours Add Flavor and Spice to a Miami Visit](https://www.clarknorton.com/culinary-tours-add-flavor-and-spice-to-a-miami-visit/) - A decade or so ago, inspired by her mother's love for cooking, Grace Della came up with the idea for a Cuban-inspired food tour of Miami, "back when nobody had ever heard of food tours there," she says. Since then, she and several other devoted foodies have developed their own company, Miami Culinary Tours, which - [In Maine, It's Mainly Lobsters](https://www.clarknorton.com/in-maine-its-mainly-lobsters/) - Quick: When you think of Maine, what image pops to mind first? Chances are it's lobster. Is there any other state so identified with one kind of food -- or so dependent for its economy on one? Vermont and maple syrup, perhaps, or Florida and oranges -- except that Florida has a much more - [Astroturfing: Fake Reviews Run Afoul of the Law ](https://www.clarknorton.com/astroturfing-fake-reviews-run-afoul-of-the-law/) - In a previous post I discussed some of the good and bad aspects of TripAdvisor reviews, including possibly phony reviews that overexaggerate the positives or negatives of hotels, restaurants, and various travel activities, often to the point of ridiculousness. Now New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is cracking down on some businesses that have - [Official Advisory from the National Park Service](https://www.clarknorton.com/official-advisory-from-the-national-park-service/) - To supplement my previous post on the closing of U.S. national parks today, I'm reprinting an official advisory on the topic from the National Park Service. Read it and weep, if you love our national parks: Government shutdown forces closures of 401 national parks WASHINGTON – Because of the shutdown of the federal government caused - [National Park Closings Are National Disgrace](https://www.clarknorton.com/national-park-closings-are-national-disgrace/) - I was lucky enough to be in Acadia National Park along the stunning Maine coastline a few days ago, which is luckier than anyone who tried to enter the park today (October 1 as I write this). Because of the federal government shutdown, Acadia -- along with all other national parks and monuments -- are - [Has "Tourist" Become a Dirty Word?](https://www.clarknorton.com/has-tourist-become-a-dirty-word/) - Happy World Tourism Week, everyone. This is the annual week (September 21-28 in 2013) when the United Nations World Tourism Organization -- which supports sustainable tourism around the globe -- celebrates global tourism and tries to keep it on an environmentally friendly path. This year's theme is "Tourism and Water: Protecting Our Common Future" -- - [Jacada Travel: For Those Luxurious Bucket List Adventures](https://www.clarknorton.com/jacada-travel-for-those-luxurious-bucket-list-adventures/) - I wasn't too familiar with Jacada Travel, a London, England-based company that specializes in luxury private guided tours in Latin America and Africa, but a new Gold Award from Travel Weekly in their 2013 Magellan Awards made me take notice. Jacada Travel was named a "Best Overall" tour operator by a panel of travel industry - [Relaxations on Travel Visa Requirements Are Good News](https://www.clarknorton.com/relaxations-on-travel-visa-requirements-are-good-news/) - Traditionally, some of the most painful experiences in traveling internationally have taken place before the trips even begin. No, I'm not talking about buying the plane tickets, though that can be painful as well. I'm not even talking about packing your bags to satisfy TSA requirements. I am talking about obtaining visas, especially for certain - [Overlooking the Baby Boomer Travel Market Is a Huge Mistake](https://www.clarknorton.com/overlooking-the-baby-boomer-travel-market-is-a-huge-mistake/) - I came upon this observation from an unnamed pharmaceutical industry consultant, so I can't give proper credit (though it appeared in the always provocative Bo Sacks media newsletter): "No form of advertising is a safe, perpetual source of revenue, no matter how flush the advertiser or how desirable the audience. Because advertising has to change behavior, - [A Caribbean Cruise Just for Single Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-caribbean-cruise-just-for-single-boomers/) - Here's a niche within a niche: a cruise not just for baby boomers, but for single baby boomers. It makes sense, because while lots of cruises are filled with boomers, cruises -- ever popular with couples, families and even groups of friends -- can be difficult for single travelers. Where does a single traveler sit - [Glamping: Glamorous Camping Ideal for Baby Boomers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/glamping-glamorous-camping-ideal-for-baby-boomers/) - In a previous post I wrote about "gramping" -- grandparents camping with grandkids (but cheating a bit by bedding down in a lodge) -- a name coined by an inn in Ohio. Now comes "glamping" -- a term that's catching on as a clever contraction for "glamorous camping," a combo that doesn't always spring immediately to - [Is "Personalization" the Next Big Trend in Hotels?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-personalization-the-next-big-trend-in-hotels/) - Starwood Hotels and Resorts CEO Frits van Paasschen, regarded as a visionary in the industry, has a fascinating take on what travelers will soon expect from their chosen lodgings (as recounted in this piece by Greg Oates in Skift.com). "Today," he recently told the hotel group's annual sales pow wow in New Orleans, "a hotel brand - [Misleading Travel Ads May Boomer-ang](https://www.clarknorton.com/misleading-travel-ads-may-boomer-ang/) - You may have seen the Expedia.com TV commercial in which a man stops random passersby, questions them about their dream trips and inquires, "If you were asked to drop everything right now, would you go?" and suggests that Expedia is ready to buy them a ticket and send them wherever they want -- if they - [Instagram: A Tool for Savvy Travel Marketers (and Dogs)](https://www.clarknorton.com/instagram-a-tool-for-savvy-travel-marketers-and-dogs/) - From time to time I like to call attention to tourism bureaus and marketers using creative visuals to reach potential visitors. A recent example is Bushmills in Northern Ireland painting faux people and animals on abandoned houses and shops to make it appear the town is more prosperous than it actually is. And with tourism increasing, - [Woodstock at 44: A Touching Tribute to Richie Havens](https://www.clarknorton.com/woodstock-at-44-a-touching-tribute-to-richie-havens/) - This weekend marks the 44th anniversary of 1969's Woodstock Festival, one of the iconic events of the 1960s, when hundreds of thousands of mostly then-young baby boomers poured onto Max Yasgur's Farm near the small town of Bethel in the Sullivan County Catskills, New York. (As I've written about previously in this blog, the festival - [Walking the World: Adventure Travel Just for Boomers and Beyond](https://www.clarknorton.com/walking-the-world-adventure-travel-just-for-boomers-and-beyond/) - Back in the 1980s, Ward Luthi -- an experienced Outward Bound instructor and adventure tour guide -- served on the President's Commission on Americans Outdoors. The commission, he says, found that "active outdoor travel was rated one of the top three goals of older adults." Based on the commission's findings, Luthi in 1987 founded Walking - [TripAdvisor Takes Pity on Hotel Owners](https://www.clarknorton.com/tripadvisor-takes-pity-on-hotel-owners/) - I've long had an ambivalent feeling toward the reviews on TripAdvisor, the extremely successful user-driven website that provides readers' takes on everything from hotels and restaurants to museums and travel activities. Like many baby boomers, I find the reviews can be extremely helpful in sorting out the travel-related chaff from the wheat -- a long - [Will Golf-Related Travel Suffer From a Boomer Dearth? (No)](https://www.clarknorton.com/will-golf-related-travel-suffer-from-a-boomer-dearth-no/) - An old friend who I used to play golf with in school sent me a newsletter item from the National Golf Foundation (NGF) that questioned whether or not baby boomers would go bust in retirement -- and, as one result, not be able to afford to play golf as much as retirees usually do. According - [Word-of-Mouth Advertising: A Boomer Magnet?](https://www.clarknorton.com/word-of-mouth-advertising-a-boomer-magnet/) - We had out-of-town guests over the weekend, and one recurring topic of conversation was how much we all like shopping at Costco. For instance, when they mentioned they needed new luggage for an upcoming cruise, I suggested looking at Costco, because that's where we've been buying luggage for years -- great quality at half the - [A Theme Park at Victoria Falls? No Way to Promote Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-theme-park-at-victoria-falls-no-way-to-promote-tourism/) - The news that Zimbabwe is planning a Disneyland-style theme park near Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, is yet another example that Robert Mugabe's corrupt, brutal and clueless rule is ruining that beautiful central African country -- for both its citizens and tourists. One writer has likened it to building - [Tom's of Maine Travel Sizes: Good Toothpaste, Clever Marketing](https://www.clarknorton.com/toms-of-maine-travel-sizes-good-toothpaste-clever-marketing/) - On a recent trip to Europe, I carried a 3-ounce travel-size tube of toothpaste from Tom's of Maine -- a size that's OK with the TSA to get through their "liquids" screening process at the airport. ("OK With the TSA" -- a possible slogan?) The Tom's had a nice "fresh mint" taste for freshening breath; - [Will Boomers Be Onboard With New Emerald Waterways?](https://www.clarknorton.com/will-boomers-be-onboard-with-new-emerald-waterways/) - One of the big developments in cruising in the past few years is the rapid rise of river cruising, which has a big marketing advantage over ocean cruising among a certain segment of the population: namely, those who don't like the idea of being out in the ocean on a big ship. Whether it's fear - [Bushmills: A Tourist Draw Again, Faux Sure](https://www.clarknorton.com/bushmills-a-tourist-draw-again-faux-sure/) - Here's a story I love. As reported by eTurboNews, a travel industry news reporting service, the northern Ireland town of Bushmills is "faking prosperity" in an effort to draw more tourists. Bushmills is best known as one of the temples of Irish whiskey, but it has fallen on hard times of late, resulting in a - [Baby Boomer Travelers Still Read Newspapers (Which Aren't Dead)](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travelers-still-read-newspapers-which-arent-dead/) - The recent news that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is buying The Washington Post left a lot of people scratching their heads. Why would one of the most successful leaders of online commerce invest in a "dying" industry like newspapers? There's a short answer to this: to paraphrase Mark Twain, the death of newspapers has been - [When a Tourist Office Closes, It Loses Out on Boomer Business](https://www.clarknorton.com/when-a-tourist-office-closes-it-loses-out-on-boomer-business/) - Today I received a disheartening email from the director of the Cyprus Tourism Organization office in New York City. The CTO is permanently closing the office as an apparent money-saving measure. The Republic of Cyprus, like Greece and some other southern European countries, has been undergoing fiscal crisis of late, and I'm sure that keeping - [Sharing Boats: A Boon for Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/sharing-boats-a-boon-for-boomers/) - For several years now we've been able to share cars and bicycles (especially in cities) -- enabling people who don't actually own a car or bike to rent or use one for part of a day -- and now we've entered the era of boat sharing. We're talking everything from kayaks to catamarans to fully - [Baby Boomers Are Hooked on Knitting Cruises ](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomers-are-hooked-on-knitting-cruises/) - Having written a column about theme cruises for Porthole Cruise Magazine for five years, I've covered everything from Goth cruises to ghost-hunting cruises, murder mystery cruises to psychic cruises, baseball legends cruises to pirate cruises (see my previous post on the latter) and many more. For those unfamiliar with theme cruises, they involve like-minded groups - [Walking the World and Helping It at the Same Time](https://www.clarknorton.com/walking-the-world-and-helping-it-at-the-same-time/) - In a previous post I talked about Walking the World, an adventure tour company headed by veteran guide Ward Luthi, which caters just to travelers age 50 and up and specializes in walking and hiking trips in Europe, Asia, Latin America and beyond. Luthi -- who has met challenges as an Outward Bound instructor and successful - [Baseball Greats Theme Cruises: a Home Run for Boomers and MSC](https://www.clarknorton.com/baseball-greats-theme-cruises-a-home-run-for-boomers-and-msc/) - Hey, baby boomer baseball fans: Anybody remember former stars like Frank Howard, Ferguson Jenkins, Tommy Davis and Ken Griffey, Sr.? Of course you do. And MSC Cruises has figured out a way for you to meet them on their long-running series of Baseball Greats Cruises, now in their ninth year. Organized and hosted by ex-Yankees - [Boomers: Give Us Comfortable Hotel Beds, We'll Cut Back Elsewhere](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-give-us-comfortable-hotel-beds-well-cut-back-elsewhere/) - I haven't seen the full study, but the online market research firm Lab42 has released this tantalizing tidbit from a recent survey of 500 "social savvy" baby boomers -- that is, who use social media -- who plan to take a vacation in 2013: Forty one percent of those surveyed said they were willing to - [A New Age in Travel for Travel Agents?](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-new-age-in-travel-for-travel-agents/) - I hope that by now most travel agents realize the power of baby boomers in the travel market, but if not, I hope they'll listen to these words from Ken Dychtwald, CEO of Age Wave (which has tracked boomer trends for decades), as he addressed a group of agents at a recent conference: Baby boomers, - [Who Purchases the Most Travel? Baby Boomer Women](https://www.clarknorton.com/who-purchases-the-most-travel-baby-boomer-women/) - When it comes to vacation spending decisions in America, it seems, women rule. Especially baby boomer women. Women definitely have the wealth. Those age 50 and older have a net worth of $19 trillion, and control more than three-quarters of the financial wealth in the U.S., according to a Mass Mutual Financial Group report. In - [Aerial Advertising: A Jersey Shore Tradition](https://www.clarknorton.com/aerial-advertising-a-jersey-shore-tradition/) - Ever since my family and I have been coming to the Jersey Shore in summer -- off and on for more than 30 years -- I've spent a few minutes each beach day staring up at the sky as small planes tow intriguing banners with messages advertising various places to eat, drink and otherwise spend - [Calling All Baby Boomers to Adventure Camp](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-you-ready-for-baby-boomer-adventure-camp/) - In a recent post we reported on "gramping" -- an amalgam of grandparenting and camping -- aimed at baby boomers who want to stay in the comfort of a lodge while the younger generations of their family sleep in tents at nearby campsites. Now another lodging is adding its own creative twist to lure baby - [A German Meat Entrepreneur Strikes it Big](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-german-meat-entrepreneur-strikes-it-big/) - I’m onboard the Europa 2, Hapag-Lloyd’s new luxury cruise ship, sailing from Sicily to Sardinia in the western Mediterranean. One of the afternoon offerings onboard is a meat seminar featuring Wolfgang Otto, one of three German brothers who recognized a need in Germany and decided to fill it: supplying Germany’s finest Michelin-rated restaurants with - [Mobile Travel Apps -- Why the Delay?](https://www.clarknorton.com/mobile-travel-apps-why-the-delay/) - I was surprised to read a few days ago that Tourism New Zealand -- the organization charged with luring travelers to kiwi land and making their visits more enjoyable -- has just launched its first mobile app. Called "Essential New Zealand," the new app can be downloaded for free and used to access travel advice - [Cuomo to Bloomberg: Lend Me Your Oar, Boost Tourism](https://www.clarknorton.com/cuomo-to-bloomberg-lend-me-your-oar/) - I was glad to read in The New York Times that New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo took time out from their busy schedules to promote tourism in the Adirondacks, a huge tract of parkland in upstate New York. The two officials, who haven't always seen eye-to-eye politically, - [Gramping: One Ohio Inn's Brilliant Idea for Boomers and Grandkids](https://www.clarknorton.com/gramping-one-ohio-inns-brilliant-idea-for-boomers-and-grandkids/) - Here's an idea I love (complete with a great name): "Gramping." Gramping comes courtesy of the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, located a half mile above Hocking Hills' scenic Cedar Falls in southeastern Ohio, about an hour and a half from Columbus. While the Hocking Hills is a popular family camping area, boomer grandparents - [Baby Boomers: Adept at Travel, Both High-Tech and Low ](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomers-adept-at-travel-both-high-tech-and-low/) - Nancy Parode, who writes about senior travel at about.com, has a perceptive piece detailing eight reasons why a baby boomer or senior would make a good traveling companion. (Although I don't like to mix the terms "senior" and "baby boomer" -- for me, "senior" starts where "baby boomer" leaves off -- I understand why others may at - [Words Never to Use When Marketing to Baby Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/words-never-to-use-when-marketing-to-baby-boomers/) - "Senior citizens." "Retirees." "Aging." "Golden Years." "Silver Years." "Mature." "Prime Time of Life." Seven terms that a very perceptive academic journal article (by Kaylene C. Williams of Cal State-Stanislaus and Robert A. Page of Southern Connecticut State University) warns marketers against ever using when trying to appeal to baby boomers. I would add another: "elder." (See my - [Best Westerns Go Green: Will Boomers Follow?](https://www.clarknorton.com/best-westerns-go-green-will-boomers-follow/) - Best Western -- the world's largest hotel chain with some 4,000 independently owned and operated properties in 100 countries and territories around the globe -- is going green in a big way. Every North American Best Western -- representing more than 2,000 hotels -- is required to have at least one green program in place, - [These Boomer Boots Are Made for Walking](https://www.clarknorton.com/these-boomer-boots-are-made-for-walking/) - At Classic Journeys -- a company that specializes in walking tours with cultural components around the globe, as well as culinary and family trips -- baby boomers are the prime target market. In fact, according to Classic Journeys co-founder and president Edward Piegza, fully half their guests are aged 60 or older, and, he writes, - [Provincetown Has an App -- Does Your Town?](https://www.clarknorton.com/provincetown-has-an-app-does-your-town/) - Provincetown, Massachusetts, at the tip of Cape Cod, has unveiled a free smartphone app that takes a whimsical approach to offering information to visitors -- "befitting its image," according to a press release announcing it. Called iPtown, the app is produced by the town itself and promises the latest in digital technology. Visitors (or locals, - [Tub-less Hotel Bathrooms: A Boon for Traveling Boomers?](https://www.clarknorton.com/tub-less-hotel-bathrooms-a-boon-for-traveling-boomers/) - One of my pet travel peeves for a while has been hotel bathrooms with high-walled bathtubs that are treacherous to climb into and out of -- just to take a shower. The dangers of slipping on a wet surface -- either within the tub or the bathroom floor after the shower -- are always looming. - [Uniworld River Cruises Knows the Baby Boomer Travel Playbook](https://www.clarknorton.com/uniworld-river-cruises-knows-the-baby-boomer-travel-playbook/) - Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, whose trademarked slogan is "the world's only authentic boutique cruise line," is offering experiences that are right out of the baby boomer promotional playbook. According to a recent press release, "enhancements for 2014 include delving even more into authentic and personalized travel experiences." "Authentic" and "personalized travel experiences," please note, - [Cashing in (or Not) on Baby Boomer Woodstock Nostalgia](https://www.clarknorton.com/cashing-in-or-not-on-baby-boomer-woodstock-nostalgia/) - Quick quiz: Where was the 1969 Woodstock Festival held? If you said, "uh, Woodstock?" you'd be...wrong. Due to various snafus, Woodstock -- one of the seminal events of the baby boomer era, which brought many of the top musical performers of the day onto a rain-drenched stage before hundreds of thousands of mud-soaked, tie-dyed and - [The Lure of Nostalgia in Baby Boomer Travel ](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-lure-of-nostalgia-in-baby-boomer-travel/) - This fascinating piece on nostalgia in today's New York Times got me thinking about the role that nostalgia plays in the decisions we make about where and how we travel -- especially as it relates to baby boomer travelers. The Times piece points out that nostalgia was traditionally considered a "mental defect" of sorts, related - [Baby Boomer Travelers Develop Taste for the Exotic and Unusual](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travelers-develop-taste-for-the-exotic-and-unusual/) - When baby boomers travel, surveys show, they aren’t generally looking for familiar amenities – they're looking for exotic (or at least different) foods, people and experiences that they can’t find at home. In other words, the old “ugly American” stereotype of folks who will only eat hamburgers in France or who stare goggle-eyed at someone - [Five Surefire Magnets to Attract Baby Boomer Travelers ](https://www.clarknorton.com/five-ways-to-attract-baby-boomer-travelers-to-your-tours/) - Baby boomers -- the most-traveled generation in history -- are ready to hit the road in record numbers as they gain more leisure time in retirement, but are you ready for them? Boomers account for a third of all leisure trips taken and four-fifths of all money spent on luxury travel, yet many tour operators - [Baby Boomer Travel Trend: Taking to the Road in RVs](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travel-trend-taking-to-the-road-in-rvs/) - The recent news that the Winnebago company -- which makes motor homes -- nearly doubled its profits in the 2013 spring quarter is just the latest indication that the baby boomer recreational vehicle boom is in full gear. Winnebago motor home sales jumped more than 50 percent in the same quarter, while trailer sales jumped - [How Disney Cruises Appeal to Traveling Baby Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/how-disney-cruises-appeals-to-traveling-baby-boomers/) - When my wife and I took a Disney cruise to Alaska last summer -- sans kids, who are now grown -- we weren't sure if we would feel out of place on a Disney vessel. We had enjoyed all the usual Disney entertainments when our kids were young, but how would we fare as a - [Baby Boomer Adventure Travel: A Thriving Market](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-adventure-travel-a-thriving-market/) - If you want to know how important boomers are to adventure travel tour operators, ask Peter Grubb of Idaho-based ROW Adventures, which was named Travel and Leisure's top tour operator for 2012. "VERY important," Grubb told me, especially since most of ROW's international trips are comprised primarily of members of the baby boomer generation, now - [Are Small Ship Cruises the Wave of the Future for Boomers?](https://www.clarknorton.com/are-small-ship-cruises-the-wave-of-the-future-for-boomers/) - Possibly due in part to recent bad publicity about large ocean cruising vessels gone wrong, travel agents are seeing an upsurge in interest in small ship and river cruising, according to an internal American Express Travel survey released during a recent cruise industry conference in Vancouver. The survey of 250 Amex agents showed that 38 - [What’s In a Name Change?](https://www.clarknorton.com/whats-in-a-name-change/) - In 1975, two globe-trotting American educators formed a not-for-profit organization called Elderhostel, which specialized in offering educational programs and tours for older folks who appreciated both traveling and lifelong learning opportunities. The name “Elderhostel” was a play on the youth hostel concept, popular in Europe, which one of the two had experienced during his backpack-carrying - [A Simple E-mail Marketing Tool](https://www.clarknorton.com/a-simple-email-marketing-tool/) - Earlier this week I received e-mailed birthday greetings from a car dealer, my dentist, a local restaurant and a store specializing in outdoor clothing and gear, all businesses I have patronized at least once in the past. While none of these caught my attention as much as, say, the e-cards and e-mails I got from - [Viking River Cruises Builds an Empire Around Baby Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/viking-river-cruises-builds-an-empire-around-baby-boomers/) - In a previous post I talked about how Viking River Cruises, the world's largest river cruise line, is branching out into the realm of ocean cruising, using much the same successful model they've used to build a river cruise empire around the globe. Today I want to talk about the customers they've built that river cruise - [Will Baby Boomers Pay Extra for VIP Theme Park Passes?](https://www.clarknorton.com/will-baby-boomers-shell-out-for-vip-theme-park-passes/) - Universal Studios Hollywood theme park is now aggressively marketing $299 "V.I.P. Experience" passes that allow users to skip to the front of lines -- avoiding waits that can sometimes seem interminable. According to this June 10 New York Times piece, V.I.P.s also have access to valet parking and parts of the studio's normally closed back lot, are - [ The Challenge of Polishing Tarnished Cruise Ship Brands](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-challenge-of-polishing-tarnished-cruise-ship-brands/) - According to a recent Harris poll, cruising has taken a serious hit in the wake of the Carnival Triumph's power failure at sea, which received saturation coverage in the media. The public has less trust in cruises, perceives the quality of cruising in a more negative light, and is less likely to book a cruise - [Restaurateurs: How to Appeal to Baby Boomer Diners](https://www.clarknorton.com/restaurateurs-how-to-appeal-to-baby-boomer-diners/) - I came across this piece ("A Booming Business") on the National Restaurant Association's website and found it mostly on target, even though some of the items come close to parodying the notion of baby boomers as, well, starting to dodder a bit. The premise is that -- as I've been pointing out frequently on this blog -- - [Baby Boomer Travelers: Value-Conscious But Willing to Spend](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travelers-value-conscious-but-willing-to-spend/) - Like most consumers, baby boomers are value conscious: When they travel, they want to receive the best value for their money. And they're willing to spend top dollar to get it. If that sounds contradictory, well, it makes perfect sense to most baby boomers. Boomers -- the 76 million Americans born between 1946 and 1964 - [Tours That Give Back Get Boomers' Travel Business in Return](https://www.clarknorton.com/tours-that-give-back-get-boomers-travel-business-in-return/) - Many baby boomers who came of age in the 1960s and 1970s and were nurtured in the anti-war, civil rights and environmental movements have retained a good deal of their youthful idealism throughout their lives. Surveys, including my own research, have shown that boomers in general are more likely to choose a particular tour operator - [Brazil's Travel Industry: Caught In A Mess of Red Tape](https://www.clarknorton.com/brazils-travel-industry-a-mess-of-red-tape/) - The last two times I visited Brazil, I loved lazing on the beaches of Rio, cruising down the Amazon, hiking through the rainforests and touring the remarkable opera house in Manaus. But jumping through the bureaucratic hoops to get there in the first place almost convinced me I'd never make it down. Brazil seems to do - [Baby Boomer Travelers Are Ready for Longer Trips](https://www.clarknorton.com/baby-boomer-travelers-are-ready-for-longer-trips/) - It's been a widely accepted premise in the travel industry for years that Americans want shorter vacation options. The classic two-week vacation of days of yore has gone the way of nickel candy bars and Cokes, a relic of the 1950s. (Yes, folks, there once were such things as nickel candy bars and Cokes.) In its - [The Power of Personality in Marketing Travel to Boomers](https://www.clarknorton.com/the-power-of-personality-in-marketing-travel-to-boomers/) - The recent well-publicized flap about George Zimmer -- founder and longtime TV pitchman for the Men's Wearhouse -- being fired by the company he started got me thinking about the power of personality in travel product branding. Zimmer and other celebrated pitchmen -- notably KFC's Colonel Sanders, Frank Perdue of Perdue Farms chicken fame, Wendy's - [Re-Branding the Bronx: Part 2](https://www.clarknorton.com/re-branding-the-bronx-part-2/) - In a previous post on Re-Branding the Bronx, I talked about the challenges of finding ways to combat the "bad first impression," as one image consultant put it, that many people have had about the Bronx in the past. When tourists decide where to spend their time in New York City, how many of them - [Boomer-Friendly Viking Ocean Cruises](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomer-friendly-viking-ocean-cruises/) - Viking River Cruises is entering the realm of ocean cruising, and they’re doing it in a bold way, using a similar model to their successful river cruising brand. Launching its first new ocean-going ship – the Viking Star -- in May 2015, Viking will be offering all-inclusive fares that include not just mealtime wine, beer - [Spirit Airlines: No Frills, Lots of Fees – Will It Work?](https://www.clarknorton.com/spirit-airlines-no-frills-lots-of-fees-will-it-work/) - Interesting piece in today’s New York Times on the marketing approach employed by cut-rate Spirit Airlines. They’ve traded in customer service and comforts for low fares, and are charging extra for everything from rolling carry-on bags ($35-$50) to water ($3 a bottle) and more. Can pay toilets be far behind? Meanwhile, Spirit’s on-time arrivals record - [Is Hotel Room Service On the Way Out?](https://www.clarknorton.com/is-hotel-room-service-on-the-way-out/) - The news that New York City's largest hotel -- the New York Hilton Midtown, with 2,000 rooms occupying a prime piece of real estate on 6th Avenue between W. 53rd and 54th streets -- will soon drop room service has created a bit of a stir in the hospitality industry. No longer will guests be - [Welcome to My Website!](https://www.clarknorton.com/welcome/) - Welcome to my new website! Please look around and be sure to come back for postings and information about baby boomer travel! - [Boomers Have Money to Spend on Travel](https://www.clarknorton.com/boomers-have-money-to-spend-on-travel/) - Baby boomers -- those of us born between 1946 and 1964 -- control trillions of dollars of America's disposable income. Many seniors -- those who are age 68 and up -- are also affluent. 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