Dr. Mary Travelbest

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This is Dr. Travelbest, In this episode: FAQ is: My husband died two years ago, and I want to travel.  Is that selfish of me? Is that disrespectful? Today’s Destination is: Lincoln Park, Chicago Today’s Mistake- Buy the unique purse when you can. Travel Advice:  For one week of travel, be an extravert.  FAQ: My husband died two years ago, and now I want to travel.  Is that selfish of me? Is that disrespectful? Answer: No. Your husband would have liked you to travel. Please just go ahead as long as you can afford it. Some travels cost more than others. I did hear about some single women and couples who decided to live on a cruise ship. For some people, living on a ship is cheaper than having a mortgage.   See the show notes for examples:    https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2918175/86-year-old-Florida-widow-Lee-Wachtstetter-living-Crystal-Serenity-luxury-cruise-ship-nearly-seven-years.html https://katv.com/news/nation-world/couple-...

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This is Dr. Travelbest's Guide In this episode: FAQ is: Who sets the standards for airline seats? Today’s Destination is: Point Loma, San Diego Today’s Lesson Learned- I forgot the tent poles. Travel Advice:  Join the US STEP program if you plan to travel out of the country in the next year.   FAQ: Rebecca asks, Do the airline seats seem to be getting smaller these days? Am I the only one who sees or feels this happening? I would like to know. Also, please give me information on how much space should be on a plane for my seat. I’m struggling with this issue now. Who sets the standards for airline seats?   Answer: Dear Rebecca, You are being heard. I’m so glad you asked. I’ve wondered the same thing. In the USA, The Federal Aviation Administration is looking at a rule for minimum amounts for the width of airplane seats and the distance between the front of one seat and the back of the seat ahead.  They are gathering public comments on the issue now. Their conc...