Life Happens – Travel & Entertainment

For women 50 and over or soon entering this new age range, this is a space for me to share my experiences in midlife with you. Embrace your age, wisdom, and this new chapter with me.

Dog Friendly US Road Trips

Tired of high air fare prices? Then a road trip may just be the answer. Gas prices have come down (some) and road trips can be fun solo or with friends/family and of course your pet. Pictured is my Marley, part pug and part I have no idea, but she is my love and a...

US Wine Country Travel Destinations

Wine country living If you follow me you know that I live in the Sonoma Valley, a very popular wine country destination. But that doesn't mean I won't travel for wine:). And in fact I look forward to visiting other wine regions to learn about their varietals and to...

KC’s Favorite Travel Accessories

I have mastered carry on only travel, no checked luggage. Why? I feel that carry on only leads to flexibility, convenience and if your flight is delayed or canceled you have your clothing/makeup etc with you. And it is a few of these travel items that make this...

Affordable Luxury Hotels

Affordable luxury resorts? Can this be true? Well sort of...the truth is there are resorts that offer high end amenities at a discounted price. But I do want to make you aware that getting to them is not always affordable. Plane fights are expensive. Hence why posts...

Espresso Martini Bars Worth Visiting

My first experience with the Espresso Martini I was first introduced to the espresso martini while visiting my adult son in Barcelona in December of 2021. At that time I had no idea how universally popular this specialty drink was, he did, but clearly I was not...

Traveling Solo in Mexico

With all of the news of unsafe travel to Mexico lately I wanted to address my recent trip there. My vacation included a two night stay in Puerto Vallarta at an all inclusive resort and then a 3 night stay in the small town of San Francisco. And the truth is I never...

Affordable US Travel Destinations in 2023

I recently did a Google search on affordable US travel destinations and was pleasantly surprised by what I found was reported. Of course this is a broad search as "affordable" can depend on where you live and the cost of flights alone. But hopefully I have covered...

Travel Trends for 2023

Popular travel trends for 2023 Travel is not slowing down in 2023. Although costs have gone up, like everything it seems, and even with the airlines troubles over the holidays vacation travel is on the rise. A New Kind of All Inclusive Resort All inclusive resorts...

“Girls Trips” Travel Group

Are you ready to travel in 2023?! One of the reasons I created 50 is Just a Number is to celebrate life, to embrace the aging process and to truly make these the best years of our lives. And for me that means travel. Travel in the US and travel abroad. To challenge...

Celebrate Your Milestone Birthday in Style

5 popular US spots to celebrate your 40th, 50th, 60th, 70th, and beyond Are you starting to plan your milestone birthday or perhaps a friend or loved one's? I hope that some of the ideas listed and my experiences at some of the destinations will help you in your...
Dog Friendly US Road Trips

Dog Friendly US Road Trips

Tired of high air fare prices? Then a road trip may just be the answer. Gas prices have come down (some) and road trips can be fun solo or with friends/family and of course your pet. Pictured is my Marley, part pug and part I have no idea, but she is my love and a...

US Wine Country Travel Destinations

US Wine Country Travel Destinations

Wine country living If you follow me you know that I live in the Sonoma Valley, a very popular wine country destination. But that doesn't mean I won't travel for wine:). And in fact I look forward to visiting other wine regions to learn about their varietals and to...

KC’s Favorite Travel Accessories

KC’s Favorite Travel Accessories

I have mastered carry on only travel, no checked luggage. Why? I feel that carry on only leads to flexibility, convenience and if your flight is delayed or canceled you have your clothing/makeup etc with you. And it is a few of these travel items that make this...

Affordable Luxury Hotels

Affordable Luxury Hotels

Affordable luxury resorts? Can this be true? Well sort of...the truth is there are resorts that offer high end amenities at a discounted price. But I do want to make you aware that getting to them is not always affordable. Plane fights are expensive. Hence why posts...

Espresso Martini Bars Worth Visiting

Espresso Martini Bars Worth Visiting

My first experience with the Espresso Martini I was first introduced to the espresso martini while visiting my adult son in Barcelona in December of 2021. At that time I had no idea how universally popular this specialty drink was, he did, but clearly I was not...

Traveling Solo in Mexico

Traveling Solo in Mexico

With all of the news of unsafe travel to Mexico lately I wanted to address my recent trip there. My vacation included a two night stay in Puerto Vallarta at an all inclusive resort and then a 3 night stay in the small town of San Francisco. And the truth is I never...

Travel Trends for 2023

Travel Trends for 2023

Popular travel trends for 2023 Travel is not slowing down in 2023. Although costs have gone up, like everything it seems, and even with the airlines troubles over the holidays vacation travel is on the rise. A New Kind of All Inclusive Resort All inclusive resorts...

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