Hello Reader, You're receiving this email because you've expressed interest in Travel Past 50 tours in the past. Join us in Córdoba and Granada, Spain Andalucia Architecture and Cuisine; Nov 8-15, 2026 Yes, we're headed back to Spain! Even though we’ve visited Granada and Córdoba in Andalucia several times, we’re excited to dive deeper this time, with rare expert guidance for an all-new experience. We’re working with a unique company, Elective Study Abroad, to closely examine the historic...
about 21 hours ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, 🧭 Where in the World? As this email sails out to you, we've just reentered the United States for the first time since Global Entry was suspended. (It went smoothly.) Since we headed to South America a mere three weeks ago, Global Entry services have been cut off, the Mideast war has taken off, and millions of people around the world are suffering consequences of warfare. We don’t know how many Americans are still trying to find their way out of conflict zones. Our little matter...
9 days ago • 6 min read
Hello Reader, One of our favorite things about Santiago is that some neighborhoods are covered in murals like this one. 🧭 Where in the World? We escaped the Twin Cities just in time to avoid traffic slip sliding around in the slush. Today, we’re in sunny Santiago, Chile, revisiting the Bellavista neighborhood we lived in 15 years ago. We've met up here with a group of old and new friends to taste some wine, read some poetry, absorb some culture, and maybe even dance a few tango steps when we...
24 days ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, Kris had some company on Buye Beach, Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. 🧭 Where in the World? In January, Kris had a few days in Puerto Rico, and Tom took a quick trip to Vegas. Now we’re back in wintry Minnesota, doing our best to stay on top of travel news, world news, and, of course, the Minnesota Olympic athletes competing in curling, alpine and cross-country skiing, hockey, speedskating, snowboarding, and more! But mostly curling. In Minneapolis, we’re lucky to see – on one short...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, 🧭 Where in the World? It is cold and ICEy here in Minnesota. That’s all we’ll say about that, in this newsletter at least. One of the cool electronic gadgets Tom saw in Vegas. 🧳 Our Latest Posts Tom took a quick trip to Las Vegas and ducked into the Consumer Electronics Show. CES is one of Vegas’ biggest conventions and, because it’s always in January, provides great fodder for predictions. ChatGPT, anyone? In 2026, you can look for new phones, cameras, laptops, microphones,...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Hey Reader, We're offering a free travel consult to First Class Pass holders. The DIY Trip Summit: Europe Beyond the Crowds kicks off tomorrow, January 13. If you’ve been meaning to register, now’s your moment—over 30 travel experts (including me!) are sharing insider strategies to plan smarter and travel with confidence in 2026. GRAB YOUR FREE TICKET NOW! This year’s DIY Trip Summit, all about planning your independent travel – to Europe or elsewhere – is an online event. Once you register,...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, 🧭 Where in the World? Greetings. This is our first email of 2026. While we’re still emerging from the holidays and looking to the new year, we want to thank you for subscribing to this newsletter and for following Travel Past 50 – our blog, our Facebook page and community, and on Instagram. Most of all we appreciate your comments and questions, whether they are about our posts or about your own travel plans. Thanks for continuing to read and reach out to us. 🗞️ Travel News From...
2 months ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, Are you ready to plan independent travels around Europe? Are you searching for travel ideas that suit your personal interests and help you find special sites that aren't teeming with people? Next month Kris will be part of a free online event that brings together more than 30 travel experts to help you plan your personal Europe trip for 2026 that will fit your style and not leave you fighting the crowds. Kris will talk about Hybrid Travel, or how to segue from group tours to...
3 months ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, 🧭 Where in the World? We’re at home and all over the place this holiday season. Thankfully, travel and technology help us stay close to family and friends, no matter how far apart we’re living. In Minnesota, cold temperatures and snow, even under bright blue skies, remind us that those in need are both right next door and spread across the globe. Join us in taking time to give where you see fit. We like to combine hyper local donations (to food shelves or housing) with global...
3 months ago • 5 min read