Just because the kids have grown, that doesn’t mean you have to give up family vacations. Vacation time becomes a chance for parents and offspring to reconnect. In fact, as many parents of young adults already know, family vacations can be a lot more fun when the kids get older.

But how do you plan a family trip that appeals to everyone? Choosing a location for a family vacation with young adults can be a challenging. It’s difficult to find a destination that offers a variety of entertainment and cultural options to suit a variety of ages.

Here are some travel tips …

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Extra time could result in some extra money in your post-retirement years.
Have you found yourself with a bit of extra time on your hands in your post-retirement years? Studies show that people between ages 65-74 have nearly seven hours of leisure time each day, and it jumps to eight hours for those over 75*. Frankly, it could get boring if you let it. Now might be a good time to find some economical ways to use your spare time.

If you’re interested in dedicating your time and a little bit of your hard-earned knowledge, your extra hours could lead to new experiences a…

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People over the age of 50 are more tech savvy than any previous generation. The last of the Boomers and early Generation X kids have seen a variety of technological advances during their lifetimes — mobile phones, the Internet, HD television and virtual reality.

Technology gets less expensive and more powerful each year. Now there are more ways for people over the age of 50 to use smart phones to live healthier lives, save money and time, and connect to the individuals and entertainment at the touch of a finger.

One of the most promising and influential trends in tec…

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You wake up with a sore throat, a slice of pizza left you with heartburn, or a long walk in the park ends with sore feet. Your body can throw you for a minor loop at any time. Wouldn’t it be great to have a live-in doctor to treat all these minor ailments?

Unless you married a doctor, or maybe live next door to one, consider trying a few proven home remedies. Everything you need to cure common ailments could be right under your roof. Here are some common issues and home remedies proven to work. Keep in mind though — these remedies aren’t a cure-all and if issues persi…

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Every August, teens leave home for college and embark on a new and exciting chapter in life, but they are not the only people facing a new beginning. Parents left with a suddenly empty nest must also begin again and live a life without kids residing in their home. Managing this transition is tricky for kids and adults.
Some parents must deal with the sadness of children leaving the nest, while at the same time, handling an aging parent. While one family member is preparing for life on his own, another is slowly becoming more dependent on adult children for support. These s…

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