These days, travel for baby boomers can be challenging. But AARP wants to make everyone's road to their favorite destinations quicker and more enjoyable through their new website, travel.aarp.org.
Multiple studies cite travel as the top aspirational activity for individuals ages 50 and over. And, recent research conducted by AARP shows that approximately 80 percent of people 50-plus spend between 30 and 36 hours a year researching, planning and booking their trips online.
- Submitted by Sara Swanson
- Category: Travel & Leisure
Marvin Mallon, 86, and his wife, Reva, know how important it is to plan ahead before embarking on a long journey -- especially when it comes to their health.
During a road trip through the United States and Canada, Marvin Mallon needed regular hormone injections to treat his prostate cancer. Thanks to his Kaiser Permanente physician, the Southern California grandfather was able to receive his treatment during a stopover in Helena, Montana.
- Submitted by Jason Stone
- Category: Travel & Leisure
Traveling and exploring sees no age bar. There is no perfect age for taking a trip to your favorite destination or to an entirely new destination. Similarly, senior citizens too can easily go out for a vacation and holiday to anywhere in the world.
- Submitted by Mary Williams
- Category: Travel & Leisure
Is there any travel that is best for senior travelers? Find out what we recommend for our baby boomer and senior travelers.
- Submitted by Richard Hsu
- Category: Travel & Leisure
Nowadays, air travel is no longer as fun and inexpensive as it used to be since 911, thanks to tighter airport security checks. This is especially true for senior travelers with limited mobility challenges. Enhanced security measures will require you to do some simple planning in advance that can make your air travel more enjoyable, healthier, and cheaper. Here are some tips to help you achieve those goals:
- Submitted by Richard Hsu
- Category: Travel & Leisure
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