One Perfect Day in Heidelberg: Castles, Cobblestones, and Cake
By Grandpa Bo There’s a reason Heidelberg is one of the most beloved cities in Germany — it looks like a fairy tale, but you don’t have to climb a tower or
Why Everyone Loves the Rhine (And You Should Too)
Germany’s Rhine River has been charming travelers for centuries. Taking a Rhine River day cruise offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy the castles perched on cliffs, the vineyard-covered hills, and villages that
Why We Chose a Package Deal (and How Travelocity Made It Easy)
Affiliate Disclaimer This post contains affiliate links. That means I may earn a commission if you book through them, at no extra cost to you. Explore great Travelocity package deals for your
5 Weekend Trips Every Empty Nester Should Take
You’ve done your time in the carpool lane, sat through enough middle school band concerts, and finally reclaimed your weekends. Now, you might be wondering about the best weekend trips for empty
Why Gulf Shores in the Fall Is the South’s Best-Kept Secret (And How to Book It Right Now)
Let the Florida crowds have their spring break. Let Orange Beach take the summer chaos. Gulf Shores in the fall? That’s where the smart, over-50 crowd heads when they want sunshine, seafood,
Stuff I Wish I Knew at 30 (From a 55-Year-Old Grandpa Who’s Seen Some Things)
If you’re in your 30s and think you’ve got life figured out, that’s adorable. Truly. I thought the same thing, but now I often reflect on what I wish I knew at
3 Effortless Day Trips from Munich That Over-50 Travelers Will Love
Ah, it’s a wonderful Sunday morning in June, in the Midwest of the USA and all I’m thinking about is my upcoming trip to Germany! So, let’s get into some of the
5 Things I Swear By for Travel After 50
Traveling after 50 isn’t harder — it’s just… wiser. When considering travel essentials after 50, my back talks more, my patience talks less, and I’ve got zero tolerance for uncomfortable shoes or
Welcome to Grandpa Bo: Life After 50 Gets Better (and Weirder)
If you’re over 50, still kicking, and a little confused how you got here so fast—you’re in good company. That’s exactly what makes a Life after 50 blog an invaluable companion for
