Shoppers enjoy the double-decker, open-air ride down the main street of the famed Farmers Market at The Grove. www.thegrovela.com

Not an isolated happening, but interesting recent story from Fox News. A woman who had just appeared on a reality courtroom TV show flew from NYC to LA. During the flight, she was very friendly, walking along the isles and chatting with passengers.

As she was leaving the plane, the police showed up and hauled her off to jail. During the flight she had expertly swiped another passenger’s passport and bank card, as well as a flight attendant’s iPad, all recovered from her handbag.

After the devastation of World War II and divided city during the Cold War, Berlin has returned to its traditional charm. Senior visitors will find it today offers everything they can enjoy in museums, parks, upscale shops, theaters and hundreds of great restaurants.

Beyond the expected, here are just a few of the many enjoyably unexpected activities to do in Berlin:

Swing Along On A Segway: City Segway offers themed tours around the city and sights on two-wheeled electric scooters.You not only cover considerably more ground than when walking, but senior legs and energy last much longer. citysegwaytours.com/berlin

Visit The Zoo: Located in the Tiergarten section of the city, it's a world-class destination, featuring thousands of exotic birds and animals, many in their natural habitats. zoo-berlin.de/en.html

Before deciding to bring your feline friend into the air with you, first check with the airline. Get all the current requirements, such as paperwork, cost and confinement during travel. If you have the option of carrying the encased cat with you on your passenger seat, that’s the least traumatic for both of you.

First, some practice. For days before the flight, put the carrier in plain sight inside your house where the cat can see and sniff it frequently. Put bits of food treats inside, so the cat will come in and out the opening comfortably. Add some catnip-scented toys. If the cat is on meds, check with your vet about taking and applying them during the journey.