5 Unexpected Reasons to Visit Puerto Vallarta

For most boomers, the mention of Puerto Vallarta conjures up images of Captain Steubing and Julie, the CruiseDirector, on “The Love Boat.” The classic TV show, of which we all have fond memories, ran from 1977 to 1987 and made the destination a household name. But the resort town, on the Western coast of Mexico, is so much more than the beautiful beaches for which it’s best known. I recently visited Puerto Vallarta and was amazed by all it had Read More …

Only a Surfer Knows the Feeling

Nearly every morning, rain or not, I ride my cruiser two blocks to the beach and walk The Bay. This daily indulgence is justified with, “Shadow does his business and gets some exercise.” In reality, the reason for my routine is all about the surf. I go to check the swell size and direction, wind, sandbars and crowds, formulating my own private surf report. Even with NOAA Buoy and Tide Reports, plus Surfline and Satellite Images updating hourly, I’m not Read More …

5 Reasons to Visit Nashville- and Never Leave Opryland

When my husband and I volunteered at the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee last summer, we knew we had to visit Nashville. It had never really been on our travel radar but since we were there already, we checked into the iconic Gaylord Opryland and immediately fell in love. How had we missed this place before?! Opryland is a gigantic, luxury resort where you can find some of Nashville’s best entertainment, dining and activities all under one roof. Literally. There is Read More …