When you’re over 80, planning a 16-day African safari takes time, but it’s worth it, as Diana Eden, our women over 80 contributor advises.
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Diana Eden
Diana Eden is a Contributing Writer for JourneyWoman magazine, focused on travel for women over 80. She was born in England, raised in Toronto, lived and worked in New York, Los Angeles, and now Las Vegas. She is a former dancer, actress, Emmy-nominated costume designer, and now author. She recently published her memoir, "Stars in Their Underwear: My Unpredictable journey from Broadway dancer to costume designer for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars."
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Ageism and Technology: Tips to Help Older Women Overcome Stereotypes
Diana Eden shares four tips for women over 80 to master travel technology and confront ageist stereotypes.
What to Wear on the Plane for Women Over 80+
Tips for women over 80 to stay comfortable and stylish on the plane from former costume designer Diana Eden.
The Older Woman’s Swimsuit Dilemma
Contributing writer and former fashion designer Diana Eden shares her tips for older women to find the perfect swimsuit for travel.
When a Three-day Whirlwind Trip to Iceland Turns Into a Two-day Trip
Diana Eden shares her story of fitting three days’ worth of Iceland travel into two days, and how to prepare for the unexpected while travelling.
Tips for Women Over 80 to Prepare for Iceland’s Adventures
Contributing writer Diana Eden shares her tips on preparing for a trip to Iceland from a woman-over-80’s perspective.
How to Pack and Prepare for an African Safari
Diana Eden, our stylish and adventurous women over 80 columnist, shares seven practical tips to prepare for her first African safari.
Travel Over 80: Tips and Stretches for Women to Face Flights With Ease
Our Travel Over 80 expert and former dancer Diana Eden shares some tips and stretches she uses to survive the pain of long-haul flights with back and hip issues.
Travel Over 80: Tips for Surviving a 4-Day New York Trip
Contributing Writer Diana Eden shares her top tips for surviving a four-day trip to New York City in your 80s (or any age – Diana has loads of energy).
9 Hot Tips for the Introverted Solo Traveller
Contributing writer Diana Eden offers a wealth of tips to help introverted solo travellers avoid loneliness, protect their energy and be social while travelling.
Falling in Love, Again: Reliving my Honeymoon Trip 25 Years Later
On the occasion of her 75th birthday and 25th wedding anniversary, Diana Eden retraced her honeymoon, falling in love with Italy and her husband all over again.
Best-Kept Secrets of Las Vegas for Women: Tips from a Local
Local Diana Eden shares her tips to experience Las Vegas beyond The Strip – hiking National Parks, picking apples in orchards, playing cowboy at the rodeo, restaurants that only locals know about, and more.
Five Tips to Find the Perfect Travel Roommate
Finding a husband can be easier than finding a roommate. Diana Eden shares her top 5 tips to help mature solo women find the perfect travel roommate.
Tips for Women to Choose the Right Vacation Rental: How to Look Beyond Marketing Buzzwords for HomeStays
Contributing Writer Diana Eden gives women some hot tips for choosing vacation rentals by looking beyond marketing buzzwords.
Destination Morocco – 6 Safety Tips for Mature Women Travelling in Muslim Countries
Contributing writer Diana Eden shares safety tips gleaned from her travels through Morocco with her sister – two Canadians in their 70s who chose to stay in the peaceful oasis of riads as balm to the heat and chaos of a dazzlingly country always in motion.
