One of my dream overseas travel destinations for some time now has been the continent of Africa. The fact that I chose to travel to Ghana on the west coast of Africa was as a result of watching a travel show on SBS TV. For me it appeared to offer a variety of desirable travel…
By 50 Shades, January 15, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Following a fabulous 14 days on our Northern Europe cruise our feet finally hit the ground in the Southern England port city of Southampton. My four friends and I rented a van and we set off towards the south-west of England and spent six days coasting around Cornwall. Although it took a good part of…
By 50 Shades, January 8, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
The trend of downsizing has gained popularity, especially with those over 50. For instance, 34% of Canadians are planning to downsize at some point in life. This lifestyle shift entails relocating to a cozier home, purging clutter, and streamlining daily life. People often downsize as a strategic move as it bolsters quality of life, sharpens…
By 50 Shades, January 3, 2025
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
My 2024 European holiday took me to a variety of destinations, but mostly it revolved around a Northern Europe cruise visiting places like Norway, Iceland, Shetland Islands and Scotland. This region in Europe was very new to me and I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it exceeded my expectations. Northern Europe Cruise Itinerary Our…
By 50 Shades, December 16, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
When it comes to air travel, flight cancellations and a delayed flight are some of the most frustrating and inconvenient experiences a passenger can face. Whether you’re flying for business or leisure, having your flight disrupted can throw a wrench into your plans. Fortunately, European regulations, specifically EC Regulation 261/2004, and similar laws in other…
By 50 Shades, December 9, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Planning a vacation is always exciting, but it can quickly become quite complicated if you’re trying to decide which holiday package is right for you. After all, you want the one that aligns with your needs and preferences to ensure a memorable holiday! This article will look at the pros and cons of all-inclusive holiday…
By 50 Shades, November 27, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
They say that it’s almost guaranteed that you will fall in love when you’re in Paris. This may be true, but there is so much more to Paris than it being the city of love. I discovered during my 14 day rail tripping around France solo, that the country is alive with romance and there’s…
By 50 Shades, November 15, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Exploring the world on a budget doesn’t mean cutting yourself off from the digital world. Most travellers today rely on mobile data to navigate, stay connected, and share moments, but roaming fees can add up quickly. To avoid high costs, consider simple strategies that let you stay connected affordably, including embracing eSIM technology. Here’s a…
By 50 Shades, November 5, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
Home to some of the world’s most mesmerizing natural wonders, the Australian Outback is a unique blend of vast red desert and rare wildlife that captivates those who decide to visit. There is so much interesting history to learn during a trip to the Australian Outback — an area dating back thousands of years and…
By 50 Shades, August 7, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
There is a lot to be said about finding your life partner and sticking by one another until death do you part. I know I’ve seen many great examples of these types of marriages. It’s actually heartwarming to see couples that keep their marriages alive. But what happens when there’s a midlife marriage breakdown? Does…
By 50 Shades, July 25, 2024
Kathy was a 50 something year old when she started up this blog 6 years ago, but has since turned over another decade and is now in her early 60s. She is married with two adult children and lives on the Tweed Coast of New South Wales, Australia. Kathy enjoys living life to the fullest and loves to keep fit and active by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Some of her interests include reading, photography, travelling, cooking and blogging! Kathy works part-time as a freelance writer but her real passion is travelling and photographing brilliant destinations both within Australia and overseas and writing about it.
