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Most people think that retirement is a time to slow down, rest, and spend sleepy evenings with the family. However, if you’re new to retirement, you may feel the urge to put your newfound freedom to good use. Reimagining your retirement can help you make the most of your golden years. You don’t need to …
Technological advancements have made air travel easier than ever with multiple amenities like free drinks, good food, and entertainment options. Then there are the more expensive classes like Economy Plus and Business or First Class, where you get even more value-added features, so you can have the most comfortable journey possible. However, it’s still traveling, …
Are you a foodie, do you love food enough to plan an entire vacation around the food available at your destination? According to a double opt-in survey of 2,000 adults in the United Kingdom that was conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Tesco Mobile, millions of travelers plan their vacation food, analysis revealed that cuisine …
Deciding to include your dog in your travel plans inevitably means there will be a lot of extra hoops to jump through and obstacles to navigate during the planning process. However, all the added effort that goes into planning a puppy pilgrimage will be rewarded in the end, with this type of travel offering lots …
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s easy to spend most of our time indoors. However, as human beings, we have an innate need to be outdoors and connect with nature. Whether it’s a walk in the park or a hike in the mountains, spending time outdoors can benefit our physical, mental, and emotional health. This …
While air travel is relatively safe, it doesn’t hurt to be prepared to protect yourself from some of the potential health hazards a long flight can pose. Millions of people go through airports all over the world. But what these people are bringing with them is their germs! Eeecky, right? Airplanes can be packed with …
Traveling is one of the best ways to expand your child’s world. It helps them grow and learn new skills, but it also has the added benefit of teaching them valuable lessons about compassion, empathy, and change. Here are some reasons why traveling can be great for your child’s mental health: Travel broadens your child’s …
Ever wondered if you have anything in common with an astronaut? Turns out there are 206 things — your bones. It’s these parts of our body that are the focus of a research study on bone loss in astronauts, and the important question of whether bone can be re-gained after returning to Earth. The TBone …
Scientists from the U.S., Europe, and Russia are part of a team releasing the results of a large collaborative study involving the effects of long-duration spaceflight on the brain. It appears in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The researchers found that while all of the astronauts and cosmonauts they studied had a …
With more travel on the cards since many borders have reopened after the pandemic, people are interested in ways they can maintain their health while traveling. This article discusses some tips for doing so. Travel Insurance It’s vital to have all the relevant insurance for your trip abroad. It ensures you are covered for accidents, …