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Lifestyle

This is your time so live a lifestyle you will enjoy. Follow your passions; have fun; do the things you’ve always wanted to do; be strong and healthy in mind and body. Seize the day….Live life your way!

Our lifestyle is very important to us at Young at Heart. Our family life, friends, sailing and travel are aspects of our lives that we treasure.  Life needs to have balance for overall well-being and happiness, so we run this blog and business around our lifestyle, not the other way around.

BoomersNextStep’s planning for the future starts with lifestyle. We encourage you to  recognise how you want to live the next phase of your life before you make any other decisions.  Regardless of whether you decide to have a traditional retirement, or boost your retirement income through online business or employment, we encourage you to create a life that you love.

We particularly are interested in Travel, Leisure activitiesHealth and Well-beingMindsetRelationships. Whilst we may not be posting articles on these topics regularly we would love your input.  Contact us if you would like to write an article related to any of these topics.

Articles

  • 7 Tips For Successful Travel May 16, 2023
    We all take a trip a lot more now than our forefathers did. We take trips all over the world and just think about the jet lag, and not the huge distances we cover. Our world has actually lessened in size and is more accessible to all. And this is a good idea. It helps us ...
  • 5 Reasons that Cruising Is A Fantastic Value April 20, 2023
    For many years, taking a cruise for a family holiday was considered an expensive high-end trip that few people could afford. Many people never even thought about a cruise as a choice on their own. Times have changed, though, as increasingly more individuals are finding that travelling by cruise ship is a great value for ...
  • Tips to Delight In a Better Camping Experience April 18, 2023
    Senior campers looking to have a better camping experience may want to consider the following tips. Bring Your Own Bathroom These sort of experiences consist of tripping over tent stake lines, waking your next-door neighbors up, and getting lost on the way back from the bathroom, and needing to wait up until morning to discover your camping ...
  • Transportation savings, the benefits of public transport February 21, 2023
    One of the main reasons why a retiree should use public transportation is because it is cost-effective. Public transportation is often less expensive than owning and operating a car. Retirees can save money on gas, insurance, and car maintenance by using public transportation. This can be especially helpful for retirees who are living on a ...
  • 21 days in Paris on a budget February 10, 2023
    Here is a sample 21-day itinerary for your trip to Paris, France: Day 1: Visit the Louvre Museum and see the Mona Lisa and other famous artworks Walk along the Seine River and see the Notre Dame Cathedral Day 2: Explore the Paris Catacombs and learn about the city’s history Visit the Montmartre neighborhood and see the Sacré-Cœur Basilica Day 3: Take a ...
  • Retiree saving with a limited income January 25, 2023
    One way for retirees to save money is by using coupons and discounts. Senior citizens can often find discounts and coupons on a wide range of products and services. This can include things like groceries, clothing, and entertainment. By using these discounts and coupons, seniors can save a significant amount of money on their purchases. ...
  • Security systems on a budget for your peace of mind January 21, 2023
    Security systems are needed for a variety of reasons. The first reason is to provide protection from burglars or intruders. Seniors are often targeted by burglars because they may be perceived as easy targets. A security system with door and window sensors, as well as a security camera, can provide a senior citizen with peace ...
  • New York City is Interesting January 20, 2023
    New York City is a city filled with tourist attractions, but a few of its most fascinating experiences make sure to be the ones you inadvertently come across en route to somewhere else. Whatever it is you’re looking for, you can discover it in New York. Simply don’t attempt to do it all in one ...
  • Itinerary for 14 days in Florence including costs January 9, 2023
    Two weeks Two things per day Every third day is a day of rest Tour costs are to be kept low Here’s a sample itinerary for 2 weeks in Florence: Day 1: Visit the Uffizi Gallery in the morning Explore the city on a walking tour in the afternoon Day 2: Visit the Accademia Gallery in the morning Take a cooking class in the afternoon Day ...
  • What to do for two weeks in London January 6, 2023
    London is a vibrant and dynamic city with a wide range of things to see and do. Here are just a few ideas for what you can do if you have 2 weeks to spend in London: Visit the city’s famous landmarks and neighborhoods: London is home to many iconic landmarks and neighborhoods, such as Buckingham ...
  • What to do for two weeks in Florence December 31, 2022
    There are many things you can do in Florence if you have 2 weeks to spend there! Here are just a few ideas: Visit the city’s famous landmarks and museums: Florence is home to many iconic landmarks and museums, such as the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Palazzo Vecchio. Take a day trip to a nearby ...
  • What to do for two weeks in Rome December 3, 2022
    Rome is a city with a long and fascinating history, and there is no shortage of things to see and do there. Here are just a few ideas for what you can do if you have 2 weeks to spend in Rome: Visit the city’s iconic landmarks: Rome is home to many famous landmarks, such as ...
  • What to do for two weeks in Budapest October 31, 2022
    Budapest is a beautiful, historic city with a wide range of things to see and do. Here are just a few ideas for what you can do if you have 2 weeks to spend in Budapest: Visit the city’s famous landmarks and neighborhoods: Budapest is home to many iconic landmarks and neighborhoods, such as the Buda ...
  • What to do for two weeks in Prague July 31, 2022
    Prague is a beautiful and historic city with a wide range of things to see and do. Here are just a few ideas for what you can do if you have 2 weeks to spend in Prague: Visit the city’s famous landmarks and neighborhoods: Prague is home to many iconic landmarks and neighborhoods, such as the ...
  • What to do for two weeks in Paris July 30, 2022
    There are many things you can do in Paris if you have 2 weeks to spend there! Here are just a few ideas: Explore the city’s famous landmarks and neighborhoods: You can visit the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the Champs-Elysées, and the Montmartre neighborhood. Visit some of Paris’ many museums and galleries: Paris ...
  • 2 Tricks To Choosing The Right Hawaii Vacation Rental April 18, 2022
    A single residential or commercial property holiday rental listing by owner will seriously restrict you to the dates that you can take your vacation. Trip leasing residential or commercial properties in Hawaii run almost 90% tenancy, so unless you know your travel dates 6 months to a year out the chances are high that their ...
  • Travel Tips to European Countries: Italy April 16, 2022
    About the Country Brindisi, Ancona, Naples and Venice are the significant seaports of Italy. Italian State Railways links numerous European cities. Eurostar offers the fastest train service. Alitalia is the national airline of Italy. Many other flights connect to Italy from USA, Canada and Australia and there is huge competitors to draw in passengers giving a vast ...
  • Tent Outdoor Camping for Senior Citizens April 14, 2022
    According to industry statistics, the average age of a tent camper is 40 years. Does this mean seniors should forget about tent outdoor camping and choose rvs and cabins? I do not believe so. Camping tent outdoor camping is a lot of fun and senior citizens shouldn’t be left out of it. This being stated, seniors may ...
  • A Guide to Great Smoky Mountain Vacations April 12, 2022
    There’s a wide variety of destinations in this region. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers an enormous range of activities. The historic and attractive cabins in close-by Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge supply exceptional accommodations options for people who desire to get a feel for the area. This majestic area is considered to be a part ...
  • 5 Things To Consider When Going RV Camping for Senior Citizens April 12, 2022
    That’s simply how it is. It’s all a matter of just aging with dignity. And having fun along the way! Recreational vehicle camping is perfect for senior citizens. It’s as easy as hopping aboard and driving off to a camping site of your option, enabling you to enjoy nature and even a bit of outdoor adventure ...
  • Travel to Loire Valley, France April 6, 2022
    The Loire Valley in France is a beautiful and historic region with a wide range of things to see and do. Here are just a few ideas for what you can do as a tourist in the Loire Valley: Visit the region’s famous castles: The Loire Valley is home to many famous castles, such as the ...
  • Travel Tips to European Nations- France February 18, 2022
    About the City of Paris Paris, the city of love, is an enormous city with lots of attractions easily accessible thanks to the highly effective public transportation system. It boasts of more than 80 museums and 200 art galleries. A trip to Disneyland and the stunning Eiffel tower will make the trip rewarding. The appealing travelers ...
  • Live life to the full and do the things you love to do – Video July 14, 2020
    Lee and Paul O’Connor are adventurous travellers who have written a book titled “We Did It Our Way”. In this book they tell wonderful stories of travel adventures – one year on motorcycles, travelling 80,000km through 40 countries.
  • The Pleasures Of Travel – Eating Local Foods July 14, 2020
    I confess that meandering slowly through local markets, eating traditional local food, is one of my greatest joys when I am travelling. It is wonderful to eat where the locals eat, to be part of their lives for a short while.
  • Reinvention Secrets of a Silver Yogi May 18, 2020
    Anne Noonan changed her life when she discovered the benefits of yoga and healthy living while seeking to overcome poor health and stress while working in a corporate environment. Now she leads other women towards good health and vitality.
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