Over 50's Travel
Advantages for Over 50's travelers
STORY BY VI HUGHES, 2014
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Over 50s usually have more time to travel, especially if you are retired and have the time to ‘smell the roses’ as you don’t have to rush everything and everywhere. Life is a great teacher and in your “later years” you can utilise on your life experiences; you are not naïve and therefore are usually more cautious in unusual situations.
You are likely to appreciate different people, cultures, architecture and history more, often making your holiday experiences a lot richer.
Over 50s are often in a better financial position to enjoy a little luxury from time to time; lash out on better restaurants and shows and treat yourself to some of life’s indulgences. You may only have yourselves to think about, as the children should now be self sufficient and hopefully moved out of home.
The other benefit is that when you forget things its more likely to be due to your age..... not because you’re drunk!
You are likely to appreciate different people, cultures, architecture and history more, often making your holiday experiences a lot richer.
Over 50s are often in a better financial position to enjoy a little luxury from time to time; lash out on better restaurants and shows and treat yourself to some of life’s indulgences. You may only have yourselves to think about, as the children should now be self sufficient and hopefully moved out of home.
The other benefit is that when you forget things its more likely to be due to your age..... not because you’re drunk!
Read some of our other great stories for Over 50s
Safe Travel Guide for Seniors
Traveling in Europe by Train
7 Trips to Take in Your 50s And Beyond.
Top Holiday Choice for Over 50s.
Safe Travel Guide for Seniors
Traveling in Europe by Train
7 Trips to Take in Your 50s And Beyond.
Top Holiday Choice for Over 50s.
Planning your Over 50's travel
Many people have traveled quite a lot when they were younger and remember the excitement that comes with planning a trip.
But many older migrants who have lived in a country most of their lives but have not taken citizenship do not realise that they risk being refused back into the country of they don't have a re-entry visa.
It is important that you check your residency, passport and visa status:
But many older migrants who have lived in a country most of their lives but have not taken citizenship do not realise that they risk being refused back into the country of they don't have a re-entry visa.
It is important that you check your residency, passport and visa status:
- Check that your passport has at least six months validity after your return date.
- Check if you need a visa to enter a country you are visiting, or a re-entry visa to get back into your country if you are not a citizen.
- Also check entry conditions into other countries - sometimes you have to pay an extra "visa" or entry fee even though you have a visa (it's hard to argue when there are armed soldiers speaking in a language you don't understand)!
- Start planning well in advance to make sure EVERYTHING is thought about and you know what flights and accommodation are available.
- Check your immunisation records and make sure you are covered well in advance.
- Organise travel insurance as soon as you pay for your flights, just in case you have to cancel them. If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel!
- When you are young and carefree it’s easy to wing it and you can always make do if things don’t work out. In later years this can become stressful and can spoil your holiday if things are not all properly in place.
- Checklists are a must.
- Check tips for traveling on our website.
- Register your travel details with smart traveler in case there are any problems when you are away.
- Packing – Comfort is the priority, particularly with shoes. Check info on packing – rolling clothes is usually easier and will crease less.
- Finding good accommodation is a top priority to make sure you get a good night’s sleep and wake up refreshed. This means backpacking or camping are probably not going to suit most over 50s - the body often just can’t take sleeping just anywhere anymore. The last thing you want is to be aching all over and not able to do what you want. (Tip: No less than 4 star hotels to make sure your bed is comfortable and you have good air conditioning or heating).
River Cruises in Europe
Would you like to experience cruising along a river through central Europe? Often described a "the holiday of a lifetime", many retired couples choose this holiday.
Great suggestions for over 50’s holidays include:
Motorhome or Caravan holidays - Find out more about this fabulous holiday
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