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Moon National Park: Ralph First Offered To Alice

Senior travelers who enjoy both moonlight and national parks may consider this insanely far-fetched idea for their ultimate bucket list. Proposed recently by two members of the U.S. House of Representatives is a national park on the Moon.

According to thehill.com, the plan would establish the site where Apollo missions alit in 1969 and on following Moon landings. Both Democrats, Donna Edwards of Maryland and Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas, would have the government create what they’d call the Apollo Lunar Landing Sites National Historical Park.

Forget about hot dogs, boardwalks, surfing and beaches. The park would consist of various craft and other equipment used in the historic landings. Sort of like Gettysburg, with all the battle leftovers from Pickett’s Charge, Cemetery Ridge and Little Round Top.

There’s no mention of erecting a lunar (as in lunatic) pioneer statue on the moon of the battling Ralph and Alice Kramden, nor a memorial to the embattled taxpayers who’d have to pay for it all.

Senior Safety Rules For Highway Rest Stops

State highway rest stations are usually very safe for drivers and families to pause for relaxing, bathroom breaks and snacks. Visitors can usually depend on good lighting, cleanliness and personal safety. However, when on long road trips, some basic self-protection rules should always be in place. They’ll help you feel more secure.
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Cruises To Nowhere Will Go Nowhere No More

Because of tightening enforcement of an existing U.S. law, many cruise lines will no longer offer sailings of an overnight or two at sea and then return to their original U.S. ports. The law prohibits cruises out of U.S. ports without at least one stop scheduled in a non-U.S. destination.

If you’re considering one of those short sailings, contact cruise lines and/or your favorite travel agency.

Senior Savvy: How To Survive Bad Airline Seats

Recently, a JetBlue passenger went ballistic when his seatmate bragged about paying less. The flight had to be diverted and the unruly passenger was led off by police. It isn’t always ticket prices that drive passengers crazy. It’s often being crammed into an uncomfortable, narrow center seat, especially on long flights with an unwashed 350-pounder with huge elbows on both sides of you.
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Surviving Long Drives With Fido And Fluffy

Traveling long distances with your dog or cat in the car can be a troublesome experience. Here are some helpful tips that will make the journey pleasant for both driver and critter.

1. For at least a week before the long trip, give the pet familiarization rides once a day. Prepare a comfortable sitting area in the passenger or rear seat area. If the pet is nervous, leans out the window or wanders throughout the car during your test drives, firmly put it back in the intended seat. Speak cheerfully and do some reassuring petting until the pet knows to stay in place during the long ride.

Tucson AZ: Soaring Saguaros and Aviation Nostalgia

There are countless reasons to visit Tucson, including the beautiful scenery, the all-year dry desert climate and great recreational facilities. With a population of nearly a million, it’s located 100 miles south of Phoenix via Highway I-10. Some 60 miles south is Nogales on the border with Mexico.

How To Get To Tucson: The airport (TUC) is served by many major national and international airlines. It’s a 20-minute ride into the city by taxi, limo or bus. flytucsonairport.com

Must See Sights: Along the north side, Sabino Canyon is an unspoiled desert area within the Coronado National Forest. In many areas, there are soaring 40-foot-high saguaro and other cactus varieties, including cholla, prickly pear and ocotillo. Each springtime, they blossom with brilliant colors.