by Leslie Farin, Publisher originally posted January 10, 2020 updated January 7, 2021 January 2021 update Due to Covid-19, ETIAS will be launched toward the end of 2022 but it will not be mandatory until 2023. A 6-month grace period is planned to allow eligible travelers to become familiarized with the new regulation. Make sure to
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Americans Need New ID’s for Domestic Flights Starting in October
by Leslie Farin originally posted February 27, 2020 updated January 7, 2021 Important 2021 Update Due to Covid-19 related issues, the deadline was changed from October 2020-October 2021 to get your "Real ID" Will your current driver's license get you past airport security for travel within the U.S. after October 1, 2021? Better check. Rules for
Home is Where You Park It
Author: Leslie Farin originally posted May 31, 2018 updated January 3, 2021 Update 01/03/2021 The Goldsteins are still living the RV life - and loving it. They continue to happily travel around in their 400 square foot home, a 41' long Heartland Landmark fifth-wheel trailer towed by a Ford F-450 Super Duty. As of
Navigating Granbury, Texas With a Disability
updated 12/24/2020 Why is Granbury so popular? Let's talk first about why you might go to Granbury at all. This great little town an easy road trip from DFW, and is between the Upper Hill Country and North Texas. Some say this little town is the most charming place in Texas and I
A Holiday Like No Other – Pandemic Holiday Gift Ideas
TELL ME, DO I NEED A JACKET?
Why Don’t We Dress Up Anymore?
Covid19 Complicates the Expat Experience
by Edd & Cynthia Staton Covid19 in a foreign country (In our case, Ecuador) Last year we wrote a fun and informative series for 50Plus-Today readers called “Taking the ‘Foreign’ Out of Retiring in a Foreign Country.” The final installment focused on daily life in Cuenca, Ecuador, our home for the past
SURVEY RESULTS: The Future of Travel (Post Pandemic)
Travel has changed. Life has changed. But the age-old desire for to get away remains the same. The question is, how will travel look moving forward? We polled our 50Plus-Today.com readers to determine their thoughts on the subject. Seventy-four people responded. Here's what we found: SURVEY RESULTS - The Future of
Poll: What Will Travel After Coronavirus Look Like For You?
The spread of Covid19 dramatically impacted travel plans for many in 2020. With elaborate vacations cancelled, weddings postponed, and out of state business rescheduled online, the travel industry came to a screeching halt. How long before we move into what can only be called a new normal? No one seems
What comes after “Thank you”?
Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda: Is it Really Worth My Time, Money & Effort?
by Augustin Ndikuriyo, Owner, Augustine Tours Yes, gorilla trekking is absolutely worthwhile. You will never regret it. Various companies offer different types of tours across Africa, such as wildlife safaris, but my favorite experience by far was our recent gorilla trekking tour in the Volcanoes National Park. My wife and I did
Taking the “Foreign” Out of Retiring in a Foreign Country: Daily Life
Taking the “Foreign” Out of Retiring in a Foreign Country: Health Care
By Edd and Cynthia Staton Worried about future health care costs? If so you’re not alone. Studies show this subject is at the top of the list for most people preparing for retirement. And if you’re out of the workforce prior to Medicare eligibility, look out! Private health insurance is prohibitively
Taking The “Foreign” Out Of Retiring In A Foreign Country: Culture
By Edd and Cynthia Staton, nationally known experts on retiring abroad and the creators of the program, Retirement Reimagined! This article is Part 2 of a 4 part series that talks about how to retire overseas affordably and comfortably. Edd and Cynthia currently reside in Cuenca, Equador. Immigration is a polarizing, hotly debated
CAN SHOPPING AT COSTCO COST YOU MONEY? Only If You Live In Manhattan
by Arlen Hollis Kane I have a neighbor who was lucky enough to have snagged a fabulous apartment in our building a couple of years after its completion. Our building, though not one of Manhattan’s coveted pre-war buildings that boast enormous rooms and glorious architectural detail, was built just after the
Taking the “Foreign” Out of Retiring in a Foreign Country: Language
By Edd and Cynthia Staton, nationally known experts on retiring abroad and the creators of the program, Retirement Reimagined! This article is Part 1 of a 4 part series that talks about how to retire overseas affordably and comfortably. Part 1: Language What thoughts come to mind about the notion of retiring abroad?
