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Mount Everest, Nepal: Oldest Woman Climber


Considering that people have died while trying to climb Mount Everest, a positive story about scaling the heights can be welcome at this time.

According to the Associate Press, a Japanese 73-year-old just climbed to Mount Everest's peak to win the title of the oldest woman to achieve that lofty goal.

Tamae Watanabe, an experienced mountaineer with several Mount Everest climbing experiences, made it up the almost six miles to the summit. Fortunately, she did the successful climb with no serious problems.

So, traveling seniors, next time your feet hurt while climbing steps in the airport, cruise ship or hotel, think of Tamae’s amazing feat.

Air China: Be Aware Of Big Bad London Town PDF Print E-mail


It’s political incorrectness gone viral! The warning in a recent issue of the airline’s magazine, was: “London is generally a safe place to travel. However precautions are needed when entering areas mainly populated by Indians, Pakistanis and black people.

“We advise tourists not to go out alone at night, and females always to be accompanied by another person when travelling.”

Of course, the advice may also apply correctly for senior travelers, who must face the reality and vulnerability of big city crime. They’re certain to be robbed blind by sky-high prices of London hotel rooms, fancy-schmancy restaurants, taxi rides and exclusive shoppes in Mayfair.

 
 
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