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At the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens, Punta Gorda, Fla., July 30, 2024.

I’m in My Pretirement Era. I’ve Traveled Solo for About 30 Years. Here are Some of My Budget Travel Tips

I’m in my 50s and retirement is at least a decade down the road. This lands me in my pretirement era, the period of life between career and retirement. I love my career but know it’s important to prepare for retirement by saving and planning. I’ve traveled solo for about 30 years and here are some budget travel tips I’ve picked up along the way.

"Stay Strong" sign in Fort Myers Beach, Fla., following Hurricane Ian.

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What I Learned from Visiting Fort Myers Beach Four Months After Hurricane Ian

A trip to Ft. Myers Beach four months following Hurricane Ian taught me a few things about visiting a tourist destination hit by a natural disaster.

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Solo Travel Girl’s Reading List to Enrich My Life in 2023

Cheers to another new year. Here’s Solo Travel Girl’s reading list to enrich my life in 2023. These books will help enrich my mind, body, and soul and lead me to a more meaningful life.

Hurricane Ian Memorial Wall, Ft. Myers, Fla., Oct. 16, 2022

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Traveling to Developing Countries Prepared me for Post-Hurricane Living

More than two months ago, Hurricane Ian ripped through Florida and I’m finding my new normal. I’ve realized how much traveling to developing nations prepared me for post-hurricane living. Here’s how.

Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park, Calif.

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I Know You’re Burned Out. Plan for Vacation to Boost Your Mood.

Psst. Fellow Americans. I know you’re burned out because I can see it in your eyes when we pass in the aisles of Walmart. Plus, data proves it. Here’s something to boost your mood, Jan. 25, 2022, is National Plan for Vacation Day!

Temple of Serapis located on the coast of Gulf of Pozzuoli. Image credit: Joseph Walker.

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Travel to Italy: Escape the Crowds and Head South

Travel to Southern Italy to avoid the crowds and indulge in unexpected and ancient experiences and attractions.

Legendary German Singer Herbert Gronemeyer in Berlin, Germany.

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Music is a Global Connector: New Research Lists USA at Top of Global Influential Music Index

Music is a global connector and it’s part of the travel experience. New research released by medimops reveals USA is at the top of the Global Influential Music Index.

Take an Excursion with All Aboard! on BritBox, the Paid Subscription Streaming Service.

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How to Visit Britain Without a Passport, Tune the Telly to BritBox

If you long for a visit to Britain, tune the telly to BritBox. It’s a digital paid subscription service like Netflix or Amazon Prime. BritBox offers the largest collection of British television in the United States and Canada.

Here's a Way to Preserve Your Travel Memories - in a Jar!

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5 Ways to Preserve Your Travel Memories

Not sure what to do with all those travel documents like postcards, brochures, business cards, and maps you’ve picked up during your vacation? Here are 5 ways to preserve your travel memories.

Take your mind off COVID-19 news and download this printable, travel-themed word search.

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Things to do Under Quarantine: Word Search Wednesday! #2

Take your mind off COVID-19 news and download this free printable, travel-themed word search.