Travel and holidays
Looking at ways to travel comfortably and safely, and continue to enjoy breaks away
Making Memories: Your Guide to Stress-free Trips with Kids and Elderly Parents
Collaborative Post The idea of a family holiday that includes your children and your own parents is a wonderful one. It’s a chance to create precious, lasting memories across three generations. But for the person in the middle – that’s probably you – the thought of planning and executing it can feel more like a […]
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How to make travel more meaningful as you get older
Collaborative Post As we get older, travel often takes on new meaning. It becomes less about ticking destinations off a list and more about connection, reflection, and enjoyment at a comfortable pace. Meaningful travel is not about going further or doing more, but about choosing experiences that enrich, particularly when accessibility, comfort and wellbeing matter […]
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Pilgrimage – a different approach to going for a walk?
I was watching Simon Reeves, the television travel presenter, beginning his new series on pilgrimage this week. His first episode began and ended in the UK, and looked like an interesting project, but surely too much like hard work to add to the things to do in retirement list? Yet according to the British Pilgrimage […]
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5 Benefits of a Walking Holiday
Collaborative Post That is it. The final few steps of the Camino de Santiago. All your weeks of hiking have led to this moment, and let’s be honest – you’re ecstatic. There is something remarkable about a walking holiday. The challenge, the achievement, and the connections you make along the way – you’ll be booking […]
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Celebrate Your Retirement in Style by Travelling to Portugal
Collaborative Post Retirement marks a wonderful new chapter where time truly becomes yours and the focus shifts to enjoyment, comfort and discovery rather than work and toil. Perhaps the most obvious way to celebrate this new exciting phase of your life is to throw a big retirement party, but we’d argue an incredible holiday as […]
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From scenic walks to ski trips: how to plan and enjoy activity holidays in your 50s and beyond
Collaborative Post As we grow older, the very idea of an activity-based holiday can feel daunting – it can conjure up images of gruelling hikes or adrenaline-pumping sports. But being active on holiday doesn’t mean pushing your body to extreme limits. In fact, travel can be the perfect time to reconnect with movement in ways […]
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The 10 Best Restaurants in London to Bring Your Aging Parent in 2025
Collaborative Post London: a city that never sleeps, a metropolis of culinary delights, a place where new restaurants pop up faster than you can say “Michelin star”. But when you’re looking to treat your beloved aging parent to a truly special meal, the game changes. It’s not just about the trendy new spots or the […]
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A Guide to the Amalfi Coast for Seniors: Travel Tips for a Beautiful, Breezy Escape
Collaborative Post Thinking of planning a getaway? Forget the obvious. The Amalfi Coast should be next on your hit list. With its charming villages, crystal-clear waters, and sun-drenched cliffs, the Amalfi Coast is a dream destination – and yes, it’s senior-friendly, too. With a bit of planning and the right itinerary, your trip to the […]
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Bounce Luggage Storage: The Ultimate Solution for Elderly Travelers in London and Beyond
Promotional Post Traveling should be an exciting, enriching experience, but for many elderly travelers, the hassle of managing luggage can turn what should be a fun adventure into a stressful challenge. Whether you’re exploring London’s vibrant streets, visiting historical landmarks, or hopping from one city to another, managing heavy bags can seriously weigh you down. […]
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Why insurance matters for older travellers
I’ve just returned from a trip to New Zealand where I had one experience that left me fearful for my life – or at least my hip. Not a bungee jump. Not paragliding. Just getting on and off a water taxi when it would have been very easy to take a leap straight into the […]
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