Travel

Newt at Hazy Mountain Vineyards and Brewery. On a recent trip to Nelson County, VA, Boomer editor Annie Tobey and her dog enjoyed dog-friendly activities and lodging at the Indigo House.
Annie Tobey

A Weekend for the Dog – and Me – at the Indigo House

Canine-friendly Nelson County adventures

By Annie Tobey | May 11, 2023
Beyond the colorful hillside buildings, rich blue waters, and relaxing beach, Positano on the Amalfi Coast of Italy holds a wealth of history. Credit Rick Steves.
Rick Steves

Glitzy Positano on the Amalfi Coast

More than just a pretty façade

By Rick Steves | May 9, 2023
Stuart and Pamela Davis, natives of New York and Maine, and now residents of Arlington, travel to the shores of the James River in Richmond every year for the Richmond Folk Festival: “How wonderful to have something like this in the heart of the city!” They are photographed here on the T-Pott Bridge.
Books

10 Ways to Enjoy the James River in Richmond

Ideas for Boomers of any age or ability

By John Bryan | May 8, 2023
New Kent Winery wine and bottle, image courtesy of the Virginia Peninsula Wine Trail.
Drink Up

Virginia Peninsula Wine Trail

The Commonwealth’s Newest Wine Trail and AVA

By Annie Tobey | May 4, 2023
Christian pilgrims and tourists are drawn to the dramatically situated Mont St-Michel, a soaring island abbey in Normandy that is completely surrounded by the sea at high tide. The towering abbey of Mont St-Michel rises above the surrounding landscape – which becomes a waterscape at high tide. Traveler Rick Steves takes us to the historic island abbey with its rich history, traditional omelets, and a man-powered treadwheel.
Rick Steves

Mont St-Michel: Hermits and Omelets

Normandy’s magnificent island abbey

By Rick Steves | May 2, 2023
Though details have changed, locals still gather and flirt in Plaza Mayor in Salamanca, Spain. Travel writer Rick Steves tells us of this and other masterpieces in the Spanish town. Image by Olivier Guiberteau
Rick Steves

Salamanca’s Plaza Mayor

The Spanish city’s community living room and other cultural masterpieces

By Rick Steves | April 25, 2023
A burger with curly fries from Thirsty's at Massanutten, for article on finding fun and food in Massanutten
Food Finds

Finding Fun and Food in Massanutten

Where to fill up when you’ve emptied your tank having fun

By Steve Cook | April 20, 2023
Salzburg's Hohensalzburg Fortress looms 400 feet above Austria's famous Baroque city. Get the most out of Mozart’s Salzburg, including a “Sound of Music” tour and other the rich musical history, with tips from Rick Steves.
Rick Steves

Mozart’s Salzburg and More

Mozart’s Salzburg and More

By Rick Steves | April 18, 2023
Denmark's Legoland features 58 million Lego bricks, some assembled to represent famous landmarks from around the world, such as the historic Bryggen wharf in Bergen, Norway. For Rick Steves article on happiness in Denmark.
Rick Steves

Happiness in Denmark

An easy-living lifestyle is a very Danish thing

By Rick Steves | April 11, 2023
Verona's Roman arena is an impressive sight, with much of the stonework still intact. Get swept up in the natural love of Verona when you visit this joyful, easygoing, and cultured city. Rick Steves takes us there.
Rick Steves

The Natural Love of Verona

From the Shakespearean tale to everyday romance and food

By Rick Steves | April 4, 2023

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