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A Beginner’s Guide to a Safe and Memorable Out-of-the-Country Adventure

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A Beginner’s Guide to a Safe and Memorable Out-of-the-Country Adventure

Traveling is one of the best rewards you can give to yourself. While traveling, you get to try novel things, eat foreign dishes, take in beautiful sights, meet new friends, and experience different cultures. Your new experiences may give you new perspective and allow you to gain better understanding of yourself and the world. In short, traveling gives you the chance to grow as a person.

But traveling also has its dangers. (What doesn’t?) If it’s your first time going out of the country to chase an adventure, there should be few things you have to keep in mind to enjoy a safe and fun travel. Here’s a guide for every beginner traveler. [Read more…] about A Beginner’s Guide to a Safe and Memorable Out-of-the-Country Adventure

14 of the Most Badass Adventurers on Instagram in 2018 are Midlife Women!

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Did you know that 14 of the most badass adventurers on Instagram in 2018  are midlife women? It’s true! Talk about inspiration! Here are women who will show you how to get out of your comfort zone and find excitement!

 

Points and Travel

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneoman to listen to, she knows what she is doing and can inspire to get out of your comfort zone! @pointsandtravel

A Taste of Travel

instagram, adventurers, badass, women, midlifeAussie Jenny Freedman loves traveling on or near water, finding cool markets to stroll through, and iconic food. Her Instagram is filled with beautiful photographs of beaches, kayaks, and coastal towns galore! On A Taste of Travel Blog dot com Jenny says, “I love a bit of luxury but often I prefer to stay at a cute 3 Star boutique hotel and splurge on a fabulous meal. Food is important in my travels and restaurants play a big part when visiting a city.” Jenny’s destinations closely resemble anyone’s Bucket List, and she is happily out and about, spending the kid’s inheritance, and getting out of her comfort zone. One of the badass adventurers, indeed! @atasteoftravel

Traveling with MJ

instagram, adventurers, badass, women, midlifeMary Jo Manzanares’ instagram feed is nothing short of heavenly. Among badass adventurers, she is a lover of color, it can be in nature, cooking, or in an animal, but color and a heart opening experience is what she offers. “MJ, is a traveler, travel writer, podcaster, and publisher. When she’s not on a trip, she’s planning or researching the next one and has a bag always packed, ready for the next great adventure. Her travel ethos is Value Luxury – that sweet spot where experience and price intersect to create WOW.” Mary Jo absolutely creates a feeling of WOW on her blog Traveling with MJ dot com and her instagram, @travelingwithMJ

Suzanne Stavert

@SuzanneStavertbadass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zone makes the Empty Nest look inviting, and even romantic! She and her husband Craig take full advantage of having no more children at home. Her feed is colorful and varied, from luxury hotels and beautiful locations to photos of incredible food, her family, and even her dog. She started Adventures of Empty Nesters dot com in 2014 to celebrate becoming an empty nester, and to share her adventures, expertise and enthusiasm. Her instagram and blog are filled with fun, great trips, fabulous food, and lifestyle tips. Suzanne is one of my favorite badass adventurers.

Green with Renvy

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneI love Alison Abott’s style, she is a woman after my own heart! She is a supporter of sustainability and eco-friendly ideas. Hers is a travel and lifestyle blog in all shades of GREEN. She loves eco-luxury, and her Instagram feed is full of colorful cultures, foods, and travel experiences. Alison has been in fashion and design, and turned to renovating homes with a green twist. She describes Green with Renvy dot com as follows: “an enjoyable riff on the concept of renovating your travel and lifestyle in sustainable shades of green. Reducing your carbon footprint can come in many forms, and even small steps can have a significant impact.” Enjoy her exciting Instagram feed, @GreenwithRenvy, and blog of the same name.

Travel with Sara

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneSara Broers (Travel with Sara dot com) is the founder of the midwest travel chat (#MWTravel), and an advocate for traveling the midwest! Her feed is full of hidden gems you’ve never even heard of! Such a badass adventurer! She is also an expert on the Alabama Gulf Coast. I think her Instagram says it perfectly, she loves family, travel, beaches, cruises, mountains and Iowa. Sara’s Instagram feed is chock full of sunsets from wherever she is at the moment, landscapes, beautiful ocean vistas, and charming buildings or gardens. Sara knows that adventure is around every corner in life. @TravelwithSara

Wherever_i_mayroamblog

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneMelody Pittman and her daughter, Taylor Pittman Hardy, are the multi-generational wizards behind @wherever_i_mayroamblog. This fabulous feed is full of food, locations, cruises, and Disney! They are absolute Disney fanatics! If you like Walt Disney, this is the feed and blog for you! Nowhere is too small or obscure, they go everywhere. Melody seemingly never slows down! Wherever I May Roam Blog dot com is where you will find her online, because she is impossible to find otherwise. On Instagram and the blog, they are your resource for luxury travel, culture and eats with a side of smart spending!

Nomad Women

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneDonna Meyer is right on point as far as I am concerned. Her blog, Nomad Women dot com, and her Instagram @nomadwomen focuses on mature women who travel. “If you’ve never traveled, because of fear, family, finances, whatever, I want to show you why you can and should. If you think you’re traveling days are past, I want to prove you wrong. I want to empower us all to get up, get out and see all that the world has to offer us.” Amen, sistah! My sentiments exactly. Donna’s instagram feed is eclectic, from birds to orchestras to stained glass to the Petrified Forest, Donna gets around. Follow Donna and see what this beautiful world has to offer!

Boomeresque2

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zoneSuzanne Fluhr is the lady behind the curtain on Boomeresque. She is the Boomer Queen! Her feed bounces from architecture to animals to scenery to sunsets and giant turtles! I love it. She and her husband, whom she calls Mr Excitement (that just cracks me up!), are always up to something, and the best way to follow her is on her Instagram. For tips, travels, lifestyle, and something called Zentangle (sounds much too complicated for me!) call in at Boomeresque dot com. @Boomeresque2

Solo Traveler

instagram, adventurers, badass, women, midlifeJanice Waugh and Tracy Nesbitt are the cutting edge of solo travel. Their blog, Solo Traveler World dot com is the end of the line for everything you need to know about traveling solo. I love the rich diversity of their @solotraveler feed on Instagram. Is there anywhere these bad ass adventurers haven’t been? The feed is awesome, I especially love the photos of Janice with two Longhorns (TEXAS Longhorns), and the cross country skier Tracy. Their feed has postcard picture perfect photographs as well as Janice and Tracy on their travels. They are the source for traveling alone and getting out of that comfort zone.

Got Luxury Travel

badass adventurers, badass, women, comfort zone instagram, adventurers, badass, women, midlifeThis instagram feed, @gotluxurytravel is the brainchild of Irene Levine and Janice Mucalov, co-editors of Getting On Travel dot com, a travel magazine for those over 50. These badass adventurers take glorious photographs, from all of the contributors to the magazine. Variety is the name of the game from a variety of travelers over 50, but every photo is picture perfect and screams “you have to go to ….”! The range of subjects is really and truly all over the planet. Cultures, foods, animals, people…absolutely beautiful and a must-follow.

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Here are two more recent feeds that I am thoroughly enjoying and I’m sure you will too. @itsabonniething and @golearnthings. So be sure and check them out for continued adventures in midlife! (www.golearnthings.com and www.itsabonniething.com) They are two badass adventurers!

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Oh, and don’t forget me! @travelswithtam, an empty nester always renewing, revamping and reinventing life! Get out of your comfort zone and find inspiration! Suzanne Stavert, Sara Broers and Melody Pitman are my blog buddies and together we are truly badass adventures! Check out a whirlwind trip to Cozumel Mexico 

(https://travelswithtam.com/4travelchicasincozumel-2/

by #4TravelChicas. Midlife and beyond belongs to us, and we need to squeeze everything we can from it! Follow me on travel adventures, dive trips, citizen science, and on seven continents!

See you on Instagram!

 

14 Badass Adventurers to follow!

Who wants to do Yoga on Amazing St Simon’s Island in Georgia? You do!

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Did you know I love to do yoga? I have practiced yoga for many, many years. It keeps me moving physically, and helps clear my head and get into the moment. This fantastic yoga retreat sounds amazing!

St. Simons Island, GA (January 25, 2018) Plan for a ‘Weekend of Living’ at the historic King and Prince Hotel and refresh your soul with ocean breezes + Hatha + Vinyasa + Yin Yoga.  Come to stay, practice and play while enjoying classes for all levels of student.

WHEN???? Friday, March 9, 2018 4:00pm ~ Sunday, March 11, 2018 11:00am

The www.Sault108.com residency at The King and Prince is on the books for the quarterly weekend yoga and wellness immersion on St. Simons Island, Georgia. The resort is located on an expanse of beach along the Georgia coast, featuring lush marshes and perfect sunrise views. It’s the perfect backdrop for doing transformational work, connecting with friends and settling into deep relaxation.

The weekend offers a mixture of fiery Vinyasa ~ traditional Hatha ~ and gentle yin yoga PLUS meditation ~ enjoy all five classes or just a few. The event features Traci Jo Lee E-RYT, Christena Devlin RYT and Paige Williamson RYT. They are mindful to teach with attention to sharing modifications for each level from beginner to experienced students.

The Residency includes a choice of accommodations: 

  • Oceanfront Package (double occupancy) $469. Per person
  • Partial Ocean View Package (double occupancy) $449. PP
  • Resort View Package (double occupancy) $429. PP
  • Standard View Package (double occupancy) $419. PP
  • 2-Bedroom Villa ~ partial ocean view (up to 4 people max) $299. PP (based on 4). It’s a cozy villa with kitchen for sharing fresh delicious meals, one shared King bed, one Queen and pull-out sofa bed
  • OR 2-Bedroom Village – Full Oceanfront View (up to 4 people max) $319. PP (based on 4).

All reservations through www.Sault108.com ~ Call Traci at 706-474-1555 to book the Weekend of Living at the King and Prince Hotel.

The weekend includes:

  • Resort accommodations
  • Daily Yoga and Meditation
  • Social Hour – with Vision Boards
  • Two delicious brunches at the King and Prince in ECHO
  • Juice/Smoothie/Healthy Snacks
  • Fat tire bike rental for the Weekend
  • Sunrise Beach Yoga – Meditation

Yoga Only?

Yes, please join us

Drop-in $20.pp

Weekend Pass $108.pp

Snapshot of Weekend

Friday March 9 ~ Check-in 4:00pm

Leisurely check-in, unpack, freshen up, dress for practice

5:00pm Orientation ~ meet in resort lobby

5:30 – 7:00pm ~ Opening practice: Choosing Perspective

Evening Social Hour ~ Adult Beverages ~ Vision Boards

Saturday March 10

7:30-8am  ~ Surya Salute + Meditate: sun salutation A + meditation

9:00-10:30 ~ Vinyasa Practice: Part One: Rooting

11:00am-12:15pm ~ Brunch

1:00-2pm ~ Hatha Practice: 7 Core Actions for a Stable Spine

4-5:30pm Yin Practice

Free Time – go enjoy fresh eats on the island!

Sunday March 11

7:15-7:45am ~ Meditate

8:30-10am ~ Vinyasa Practice: Part two: Expanding

10:00-11:00am ~ Brunch

11:00am ~ Check Out

 

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With Tod, teaching us about our body structures at The Mat Yoga Studio!

Want to spend time near IGI Airport in Delhi? Go to These Places!

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The capital city of India, Delhi, is one of the favourite places for tourists because of its heritage sites, shopping places, delectable food and much more. With three UNESCO heritage sites within its boundary, Delhi is now a city of foreign tourists. This world-famous city has a prominent international airport – Indira Gandhi International Airport. There are cases when you are stuck at the airport for two to three hours due to a delay in your flight. At that time, you can explore the places near the airport as you have enough time to go and come back before the boarding time.delhi, delhi airport, india

If you are stuck at the Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, then you can explore the Duty-Free Shops that are a complete shopping palace offering things such as accessories, food, liquor, and much more. However, if you are in the waiting complex outside, you can just take a taxi to some of the best places near the airport and spend your layover time in leisure. Some of these places are:

  1. Gandhi Smriti: Located in the Old Birla House, Gandhi Smriti is a place that holds the memories of Mahatma Gandhi. The Smriti has a room where Gandhi Ji lived and a prayer room where a mass congregation is held every morning. The architecture and landscape of the place have been kept the same and not been touched by the modern aspects of design. The place has visual aspects to perpetuate his memory and noble ideas. Along with this, it is also a place where he was shot.Humayun’s Tomb: Nestled near the crossing of Lodhi Road and Mathura Road, Humayun’s Tomb is of the magnificent gardens representing Mughal architecture. The architecture of this tomb inspired many innovations in the country such as Taj Mahal. The interior of the tomb has octagonal chamber interconnected with galleries and corridors. The structure of the tomb is of red sandstone with white and black borders.Red Fort: The building made with red sandstone walls, the massive Red Fort is a reminder of magnificent Mughal power. It was specifically built to keep the invaders away from our country. One of the emotional and focal points for the people now is Lahore Gate that also attracts a major crowd on 15th of August, i.e. Independence Day. You can also visit Chatta Chowk and do some shopping.
  2. Dilli Haat: Dilli Haat as the name suggests, is a place where you can shop for traditional attire at reasonable costs. You can savour the various delights of the city here as well. There are many stalls selling handicrafts from all the corners of India. All the handicrafts are authentic and are so attractive that you may want to buy all of them. You can also enjoy the cultural activities going on here. Also, don’t forget to have momos from Sikkim, Bamboos hot chicken from Nagaland, Gujarati dhokla, Kebabs from Jammu and much more. Moreover, if you don’t want to buy anything, you can soothe your eyes with the picturesque and cultural view that the place offers.
  3. Qutub Minar: Made of red sandstone, Qutub Minar is one of the most beautiful monuments in India. You can explore the architectural developments here. The 7-meter-high iron pillar stands in the courtyard of the mosque that is the major attraction of the place.

All these places can help you spend your waiting time with utmost enjoyment and fun. You may also get to know the historical significance of many places in Delhi and much more. Just choose to visit here when your flights are delayed, and you will be amazed to see the architecture and the significance of these places.

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Wild and Amazing Travel Photos from 2017 Part One: Antarctica and Argentina

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Wild and Amazing Travel Photos from 2017! In January 2017 I journeyed to Antarctica and Argentina with my friend Annie. We met on a citizen science trip and decided to go see the White Continent, and while we were at it, Argentina.

  1. Going to Antarctica was an incredible experience. I expected horrible cold, dark skies, and nothing but snow and rock. Boy, was I wrong!

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Beautiful beyond my expectations!

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