Seniors On Line
Now that you have your computer skills down pat, you'll be delighted to hear about Age of Reason, an absolutely fabulous spot on the internet--http://www.ageofreason.com/ This website designed by and for older adults is extremely informative and very user-friendly. They've managed to organize 5,000 links to topics of potential interest to fifty-plusers--health, finance, an internet shopping mall and, of course, incredible travel information. There's an International Seniors Visitor Exchange, info on local times around the world, bureaus of tourism, a travelling healthy page that offers info on inoculations, treating traveller's "funny tummy" and much, much, more. It's no wonder that they receive over 30,000 visitors a month! Access to the site is free but if you'd like to receive their quarterly newsletter as well as travel-related discounts, send $20 to 2424 Danforth Ave., Toronto, Canada, M4C 1K9.

U.K. Seniors Online
Age-Net is the 'age friendly' Internet site dedicated to the lifestyle and Interests of the Over 50s in the U.K. Their site includes information on everything from politics to entertainment to lifestyles from a British point of view. If you're heading down in their direction, this might be an interesting research stop.

Bestseller for Over-fifties
If anyone asks you what you'd like for your birthday, point them in the direction of your nearest travel bookstore. Every older adventuress should have a copy of Unbelievably Good Deals and Great Adventures That You Absolutely Can't Get Unless You're Over 50. Written by Joan Rattner Heilman, this guide is in its 8th updated edition with over 550,000 copies sold. Jam-packed with up-to-date information about money -saving deals, discounts, perks and travel opportunities, this publication for savvy seniors makes it clear that life only begins as you reach your fifth decade. Find out about everything from matchmaking services for mature singles to college education for free--or almost. Published by Contemporary Books, Inc. ISBN 0-8092-3233-2

Spanish Immersion in Mexico
Live and learn in a Spanish speaking environment. Instituto Cultural Oaxaca offers classes in conversation and grammar as well as crafts sessions taught by local Spanish speaking artisans. Enjoy lectures, films, and optional week-end tours to explore nearby archeological sites. Cost of a four week course is US$400. Homestays with Mexican families are arranged at $US11 per night for B&B. Extra special bonus - close by is La Casa de La Mujer Rosario Castellanos, a women's center offering talks and events regarding female issues. Fun? si! Boring? non! For further info write: Av. Juarez 909, Oaxaca, Oaxaca, Mexico, 68000 or fax 5-37-28.

Considering Marriage?
Women in France should think twice about marrying a man from Portugal. Statistics tell us that the highest life expectancy in Europe is among French women who live to the age of 81.5 years - and the lowest is among Portuguese men who sadly only get to 70.7.

Korean Grandmothers Say
When a baby is born in Korea, they are already considered one year old. So, if you're asked your age in that country, be culturally correct. Be sure to add an extra year to your Western age.
Sarah Yim Toronto, Canada

Worth A Chuckle
A missionary nun on a home visit wanted to bring a wheelchair back as a gift for one of her patients but airline regulations wouldn't allow it. So, she found her own very simple solution. She sat herself down in the wheelchair, rolled to the counter and asked for assistance. P.S. The wheelchair arrived with her at her destination and, she never had to lie.
Dolores Shares, Golden Gateways Newsletter

Best Reads 50-Something Plus!
P.S. Keep watching this space for a listing of travel newsletters and magazines to please the older adventurer. You can help by e-mailing your best bets to editor@journeywoman.com.