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Southwest Air: Less Legroom = More Passenger$

Remember those crazy days a half-century ago, when students crammed as many bodies as possible into phone booths or Volksbugs? It seems SW is following the same tack now to make more money.

SW is one of our favorite airlines, and we’ve been flying it for years because of the economical ticket prices, on-time record and friendly crews. However, rising fuel and other costs are forcing SW to join other airlines to dig wherever possible to make money. It was charging extra for boarding first, then added baggage fees and now squeezed seating.

SW seating has never been roomy, but some company beancounters deduced that by moving the rows a mere inch closer, from 33 to 32, they could jam in another six seats per flight. Some computations indicate that the space subtraction could bring an addition of nearly $800 million a year in increased SW revenues.

We long-time SW flyers can manage the short flights while jammed into the smaller spaces, but could have problems with those four- to eight-hour hops. Way to go, SW! Now, if someone could redesign the single-commode toilets into four-seaters...

Vienna, Austria: Luxury, Casual, Budget Hotels

In travels in Europe, many seniors think of Paris as the city for lovers and Vienna the city for those who love old-fashioned charm and comfort. In that theme, consider some choices of the most charming and comfortable Viennese hotels in three cost categories.

Luxury: Hotel Imperial: If you want to live like a member of royalty, check in at this former grand palace built in 1863 for the Prince of Württemberg. It’s the city’s most luxurious hotel, and located on magnificent Ring Boulevard, and next to the famous Wiener Musikverein, the Carnegie Hall of Austria. During your Vienna stay, be sure to attend music events featuring Strauss, Mozart, Wagner, Verdi, Basie and Gershwin. Rates: $500 to $2,000, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

San Francisco CA: Famed Golden Gate At Age 78

Riding over the bridge a few days ago brought back many memories to your travel4seniors.com editor. During World War 2, to many of us, it was the final sight of America as we sailed to campaigns in Guadalcanal, The Philippines, Okinawa and Iwo Jima.

In 1945, it was the first welcome sight that meant we were returning from the war. Seeing the beautiful gold span rising from the fog again recently reawakened those memories.

Q: Can We Celebrate Retirement With A Cruise?

We’re post-World War II baby boomers and are happy to join the ranks of the newly retired. We want to check off travel bucket lists by doing everything we dreamed about during our long working years. What do you suggest? PLJ, Harrisburg PA

A: Today, more than any other time in history, cruise options are almost limitless. Costs range from a $200 weekend cruise on up to a forever ownership of an on-board luxury condo on a round-the-world ship that can cost millions.

Although the condo afloat would be wonderful for a retired oil executive or rock star, most new retirees would be content to celebrate the occasion with just a cruise or two a year. Therefore, if that’s your choice, just how would you enjoy your retirement cruise?

San Francisco CA: Really Hitting The Mark!

Your travel4seniors.com editor test drives brand new Jaguar F from Los Angeles, and arrives at the classic Mark Hopkins Hotel, Nob Hill, in the City By The Bay. Report: Awesome!

Lancaster PA: Heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country

A very popular senior tourist destination, they flock to Lancaster to enjoy the wonderful food, rural lifestyles, picturesque landscapes, Amish traditions and other attractions.

How To Get There: Lancaster is 160 miles from New York City, 100 miles from Washington DC and 80 miles from Philadelphia. It can be reached by many major highways, including U.S. Route 30 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Lancaster Attractions: The area is known for its 18th Century Pennsylvania Dutch origins and current tourist attractions, as well as the nearby Amish and Mennonite communities. Visitors enjoy buggy rides, working farm tours, family-style restaurants, handmade gifts, pretzels, homemade candy and dozens of other local delights.