Out of Body Xperience

They always say life is full of surprises—like finding $20 in your old jeans, getting flowers “just because,” or realizing you’ve smiled at people all day with spinach in your teeth. But at 40? It felt like my body filed for bankruptcy overnight and forgot to notify me.

Jet lag hits harder after 40—but it doesn’t have to ruin your trip. Here are 3 smart, funny, and practical tips to beat it and enjoy your travels.

So I'm on a Florence and Pisa day trip, standing in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, trying to strike the perfect "holding up the tower" pose.