I was not initially familiar with the story of Englishwoman Lady Isabella Lucy Bird, so I didn’t know what to expect when I began reading Linda Ballou’s newest book, Embrace of the Wild: Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird. However I was lucky enough to read it just days after publication, and am pleased to tell you a little bit about the book. Right up front, let me say I was gifted this copy because Linda Ballou, an adventure travel writer, is NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate, and writes a regular column about her travels for the National Association of Baby Boomer... Read More

Mondays can be rough. And so, every Monday, we give you a music video. A fun, funny music video. Something that’ll make you smile, make you laugh, make you reminisce, and make you realize that back in the day, music video creators were probably either insane or heavily intoxicated. But were also incredibly entertaining. Our latest video is another song that’s been resurrected by the popular app TikTok, although one much fresher than last week’s ’70s obscurity “Rasputin.” It’s a song by a then-newish singer that featured collaborations with some of the biggest... Read More

It’s Monday. Yeah. We feel you. And so, every Monday, we give you a music video. A fun, funny music video. Something that’ll make you smile, make you laugh, make you reminisce, and make you realize that back in the day, music video creators were probably either insane or heavily intoxicated. But were also incredibly entertaining. We call this feature, The Video You Deserve, and you can find it every Monday on your site for fun, free entertainment and features, QuadCities.com. Our latest video is one you’ll certainly remember if you were alive and cognizant in the ’90s, as it was... Read More

It’s a wrap! 2020 is coming to a close. Adventure Travel Writer, Linda Ballou, shares highlights of her year in this interview with Adam Asher and Zanne Merkel on their podcast, Wander to the Edge. Topics in our discussion included: Why I need to be on the travel edge. What it takes to write a travel book. How to make travel writing work for you. Taking time to be in nature each day Forest Bathing and Hozho Seizing opportunities opening up in the travel world. Some of my favorite daytrips on the Coast of California My latest book Lost Angel in Paradise The audio book release of Lost Angel Walkabout-One... Read More

By Linda Ballou, NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate The Mexican people call retired persons “Jubilants.” I was so busy I never thought much about retirement, but suddenly, due to COVID, here it is. I am unable to sell real estate because dealing with the public is just too dangerous now. My partner, who has been loving and supportive for 35 years, is convinced he will die if he gets Covid-19. Consequently, I have not gone out to dinner, hiked with a friend, or had a haircut for eight months. The virus didn’t just clip my travel wings, it ripped them out of their sockets. Linda in... Read More

Listen, I’m not going to say that Kanye West dropped out of the race for President of the United States just because I announced I was running. After all, I’m writing this, not reading it out loud. But I do find it coincidental that after I announced I was running for president last Friday, within days, Kanye suddenly dropped his 2020 campaign. Kanye announces his brief run for president before backing out because he’s scared of running against me. Hmmm. Suspicious. Kind of like a lot of other behavior by famous folks lately. Perhaps you’ve been hearing about some of it. Certain big-name... Read More

BBQ, Beer & Cocktails back again by popular demand! Head to Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling (4834 Whirlwind Drive Suite 102 San Antonio) this Saturday Jun 20 from 12 – 7 p.m. for some BBQ, Beer and Cocktails! Limited indoor seating (50%), Beer Garden open (outdoor), and To-Go Service available. #SoTexBBQ will be joining with their mesquite smoked brisket, unique Smoked Pork Tamales and amazing Borracho Brisket Beans. For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/745075346236833/.   For more fun things to do in San Antonio this week, check out the latest issue... Read More

Ready to venture out and enjoy some live music this weekend? Well then, you’re in luck. Experience The Psychoholics and Black Molly at Fitzgerald’s Bar & Live Music Venue (437 McCarty Suite 101 San Antonio) this Saturday Jun 20 from 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. This 21 and up event has a $10 cover. Don’t miss these two awesome San Antonio bands this weekend! For more information, please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/580120822908171/.   For more fun things to do in San Antonio this week, check out the latest issue of Fun10SanAntonio.   Read More

See Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, and Renee Zelwegger in the six-time Academy Award-winning film Chicago on the Woodlawn Theatre mainstage this Friday June 19 at 7 p.m. All tickets are $10 each. RATED: PG-13. The historic Woodlawn Theatre is marking 75 years of entertaining the San Antonio community this year. In celebration, we’re turning back the clock and revisiting our days as a grand movie theatre this summer. For five Fridays, Woodlawn Theatre will show popular musical films on our indoor big screen with proceeds to benefit Woodlawn Theatre and Woodlawn Theatre Academy. To comply... Read More

Do you need some live music in your life? Then head to The Rock Box (1223 E Houston St. San Antonio) this Friday Jun 19 for an awesome lineup of entertainment. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission for minors is $15 and 21 and over is just $10.   Check Out: THE AWAKENING Deadset Sugoi Anders Freezagang ENT- Tazz X BigboyJess X YoungboyUub X  Iss Apex  X Isaac Whoo Dee James PyroCo Jay Preach Cosmictoya X D. Jacobs Creep Bobby Mack Isaiahbrokn Wicked Twistt Ygb Chuky Emotional BRATS Forever – Boy Toys Elegy / Ill Jaeden / RTG Ivytheterrible & SORAthaMOON yungshxdow & Dj $paz   VENUE... Read More