Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
Travel, Leisure & Fun for South Valley Adults
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Forget about retinol night creams, researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) believe travel could be the best way to defy premature ageing. For the first time, an interdisciplinary study has applied the theory of entropy to tourism, finding that travel could have positive health benefits, including slowing down the signs of aging. Entropy is classified as the general trend of the universe towards death and disorder. The entropy perspective suggests that tourism could...
For the third time, the world's #1 retirement destination is Costa Rica, according to International Living's 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index. This yearly index - the 33rd annual from the magazine - examines the top safe, good-value destinations beyond the U.S. or Canada, comparing, contrasting, ranking and rating them to select countries across the globe where a retired couple can live a comfortable, carefree life on as little as $2,000 a month. The key aim of the index...
So you finally have the time to see the world, but wonder if going on a tour is something you should actually do. If you can afford it, the opportunities are there. Several local travel agencies offer tours. Even the Visalia Chamber of Commerce organizes several international tours each year. For those who feel the time is right to see the Holy Land, Traveler Journeys offers tours that include Egypt, Jordan, Israel and Greece. "Our tours cover the Exodus through Sinai, Moses...
Portugal took the top spot in InternationalLiving.com's 2023 Annual Global Retirement Index. "Despite its compact size, Portugal offers something for everyone, from vibrant cities like Lisbon and Porto with buzzing nightlife, culture, history and culinary delights, to coastal havens along the Atlantic Ocean where camel-colored sand meets the turquoise water embellished with jagged rock formations, caves and grottoes," says Terry Coles, an International Living contributor...
For the 11th time, Panama takes the top spot in InternationalLiving.com's Annual Global Retirement Index. "Some say the only constant in life is change," says Jessica Ramesch, International Living Panama editor. "But after more than 15 years in Panama, I've found that some of the best things in life remain the same. It's no surprise to me that this tiny powerhouse has once again taken the number one spot in International Living's Annual Global Retirement Index. "We've been her...
On April 2, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its travel guidance for fully vaccinated people to reflect the latest evidence and science. A person is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving the last recommended dose of vaccine. Fully vaccinated people can travel within the United States and do not need COVID-19 testing or post-travel self-quarantine as long as they continue to take COVID-19 precautions while traveling – wearing a mask, avoiding crowds, socially distancing, and w...
In the wake of recent volatility in Washington, International Living's editors report a significant spike in traffic to their website on January 6, with people searching for intel on the best places to move overseas. According to the publication's just-released 30th Annual Global Retirement Index, Costa Rica takes the top spot as the world's #1 destination for 2021. The Index, created through a combination of statistic crunching and on-the-ground input from in-country...
Now that summer is here, consumers wonder when they will be able to "get away" or take another family vacation. ExpertFlyer.com went one-on-one with several travel industry experts to get their thoughts and advice on summer and fall travel options this year and create a roadmap to help consumers determine when and where to travel over the next 12-18 months. In addition, experts offered tips on a number of topics, including how travelers can protect themselves against ongoing...
The most popular destinations for retirees abroad offer a lower cost of living, great year-round weather, a less stressful lifestyle, and a tradition of respect for elders. But some locales are doing even more to actively attract retirees from the U.S. and elsewhere. "In many of these countries, it's the cultural norm to treat retirees and older people with respect and deference," says Dan Prescher, a senior editor for International Living (IL). "Often this includes preferred...
(BPT) - Traveling, especially during peak times, can come with lots of hassles. Booking a flight, getting through a packed airport and getting to the gate on time are just a few things that can cause stress. Then there's those tiny on-board bathrooms, and hoping you get your luggage back in one piece. Travel is difficult for the average person, but now imagine doing all this in a wheelchair. "Problems for travelers with disabilities are extremely common," says Shaun Castle, a...
Recently, Korean War Veteran Robert Geissler (waving in photo) and his guardian, daughter Betsy Champ, toured Washington, D.C. with Central Valley Honor Flight #13. Geissler enlisted in the U.S. Army in October 1950, just a few short months after attending a Boy Scout Jamboree at Valley Forge. Five months later found him in combat in Korea at Incheon. He served with the 24th Division, 5th Regiment Combat Team, 555 C Battery. He received an honorable discharge in 1953 with the...
A new scratch on the bumper or avoiding activities that require leaving home are often the first signs that families should talk with their aging parents about driving. Unfortunately, those conversations are not happening enough. A new survey by Home Instead Inc. found that 95% of the surveyed seniors have not talked to their loved ones about driving, though nearly one-third (31%) said that a recommendation from family or friends that they transition from driving would make...
Seniors' needs and desires when traveling are different than those of the younger generation or families. Pristine Agency, a wholesale travel provider in Henderson, Nevada, created the following list of "senior-friendly destinations." Alaska is perfect for any age as long as it is by cruise or train tour. Alaska is on most people's "bucket list" for good reason. The scenery is breathtaking and like no other place on earth. Sedona, Arizona features great lodging choices,...
Looking for an interesting day trip, one that even some older grandchildren would enjoy? Consider heading north to the Winchester Mystery House, located less than 200 miles away in San Jose. It is easy to imagine how the combined grief of losing both a child and a spouse could be very crippling. But if you had $20,000,000 and all the time in the world to help you cope, can you imagine what you would do? Sarah L. Winchester's response to the deaths of her child and husband left...
Just a five hour drive by car, a bit longer by recreational vehicle, is an area rich with the history of Westward bound migration and geology. The prime time to visit Death Valley National Park is the spring, as it becomes quite hot as early as April. It is a good springtime vacation spot for many reasons including history, nature and relaxation. Declared a National Monument in 1933, Death Valley became a National Park in 1994. It contains the lowest elevation point in the...
Pristine views, native traditions, unique wildlife; there is so much to see and do with a visit to Alaska. And while on a cruise, vacationers can pick and choose just how much they want to do, or how much they just want to relax. May through September is cruise time to the 49th state, when the weather and water is best for travel. There are a wide variety of cruise lines and options from which to choose, and travelers should spend some time researching for what is best for...
There are many small islands off the coast of California, but perhaps the most famous one and another close by lie in the waters of the San Francisco Bay. Alcatraz Island, fondly known as "The Rock," has been glamourized by Hollywood, making it well known around the world as the unescapable prison. However, no less rich in history is its neighbor, Angel Island, referred to as Ellis Island of the West, and visiting both makes for a great day outing. "There is a lot of history...