Quality of life
Discussing ideas to make the transition through retirement a good one for our parents now and ourselves later
Best Wines for Your Halloween Party
Collaborative Post The Halloween Party season has grown from the trick-and-treat children’s party to a more adult-orientated celebration. So now it’s more of a wine pairing with some suitably Halloween-themed dishes that have become so popular. Let’s look at some great wines to turn your party into a celebration of food and wine. How about […]
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Travelling in the UK? Read these novels before your trip
Collaborative Post When organising a trip, it is more than natural that you will spend much time looking for deals online, booking tours, searching for cute spots, museums and monuments that you would like to visit and testing hacks for the best packing methods. One of the best ways to truly get to know a […]
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4 Reasons to Visit Les Deux Alpes this Winter
Collaborative Post Winter is coming and it’s probably the best time for you to start planning your winter holidays for this year. There are many destinations around Europe that you can visit, but there is one that is making a difference. This place is Les Deux Alpes in France, and it’s so popular for a […]
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Helping older people face loss of utilities in a crisis
With supplies of gas at a much lower level than usual, there are suggestions that we could face power cuts in the future. That’s going to be difficult for older people who are more susceptible to cold and spend more time at home. From making a warming cup of tea to charging up the mobile […]
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The Best Animals to Own in Retirement
Collaborative Post Adjusting to retirement can be strange and it takes many people a while to really start making the most out of this time. For many people, looking after an animal in retirement helps tremendously and there are lots of good options to consider whether you want an animal that will keep you busy […]
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Making the most of your retirement
Collaborative Post When people think of retirement, their minds often drift to coffee mornings, afternoon tea and evenings playing Bridge. And whilst that might be exactly how some people wish to spend their later years, it isn’t for everyone. With some useful financial support, from care benefits to free medical checks, discounted electricity bills and […]
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Best Ways to Travel in 2022
Collaborative Post With summer fast approaching, many of us are keen to book a holiday abroad or even a staycation in the UK. This could be a luxury bucket list trip, interrailing or even a city break over the weekend. However, with many delays in air travel and upcoming railway strikes, many are finding their […]
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Memorable Ways to Spend a 50th Birthday
Collaborative Post We all live such busy lives that all too often, we forget to slow down and appreciate the people around us, but it’s important to cherish the time we have with the ones we love. Here are some memorable ways to celebrate a special 50th birthday. Take a Spa Day Pamper the person […]
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The Pros and Cons of Car Leasing Over Buying a New Car as You Get Older
Collaborative Post You may not have thought about leasing a car rather than buying one before but there are some distinct advantages, especially as you get older and have different driving needs. Here is a guide to the pros and cons of leasing over buying a new car as you get older. Leasing Can Save […]
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Ideal holidays for the 60+ traveller
Collaborative Post Holidaying options in your later years can often be considered limited. However, this is not the case. There are plenty of options and beautiful locations still to explore. From becoming submerged in different cultures, meeting new, like-minded people, and engaging in exciting activities, there is plenty out there to see and do regardless […]
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