It’s not too late to plan a wonderful trip as 2024 winds to a close. If you are a senior who loves to explore, there are many senior-friendly travel destinations that you might enjoy visiting. For advice about great destinations and how to best prepare for a trip so that your safety and comfort are prioritized, as well as your enjoyment, visit any of our six Buckner Retirement Services locations.
Learn more about vacation destinations for seniors, by reaching out to a Buckner senior living community at 214.227.7182. There is no reason to give up the joys of travel just because of your age. Whether you want excitement or relaxation, learning experiences or sightseeing, US or overseas travel, there are countless destinations for you.
What To Look for in A Travel Destination?
There are a few obvious things to look for when planning a trip. You want to find a place you enjoy, and that excites you. You want to be able to see things you’re interested in. But as a senior, you’ll also want to keep a few other things in mind as you travel:
- Your convenience – From accessible travel to tour guides or groups that fit your energy and fitness level, prioritize your comfort. Dining options, hotels, reasonable schedules, and downtime for rest and recuperation can all be planned ahead.
- Your timeframe – Many locations can be senior-friendly based on length of stay. A restful tropical vacation at a resort for two weeks sounds great, but if you want to tour a European city, you may want to keep your trip to a shorter time frame.
- Your budget – Stress about expenses will not help you enjoy your travel, so the more you plan ahead, the fewer surprises there might be.
Keeping travel senior-friendly means having a solid plan. These considerations will help you to be well prepared. Finding destinations at the end of 2024 that satisfy your interests, have the right climate, and pique your fancy doesn’t have to be difficult. Find out more about senior travel by reaching out to Buckner.
Senior-Friendly Travel Destinations for the End of 2024
Of the literally hundreds of great senior vacation destinations, below are five examples of places you can travel as a senior and get maximum delight and minimum strain.
- San Antonio, TX – Right here in the US, a city like San Antonio is great for seniors. A little slower-paced than cities like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, or New Orleans, and has lovely mild winter weather. San Antonio is a lively, multicultural destination with a rich history. You’ll find great sightseeing, shopping, and southwest cuisine. The San Antonio Riverwalk is a beautiful and unique stretch of the city that is both park and city street, right on the San Antonio River.
- Portsmouth, NH – Another US destination, Portsmouth, like numerous other New England towns, is on the water, offers quaint neighborhoods and a lively downtown, and great cultural offerings. You will be able to enjoy museums about the history and traditions of the area, a thriving Market Square, and Prescott Park where you’ll find gardens and boat docks along the Piscataqua River.
- Jekyll Island, GA – The furthest south of the Golden Isles, this peaceful and gorgeous island is a relaxing place to get away but offers plenty to feed your curiosity. Ocean beaches, historic homes, and the Georgia Sea Turtle Center are just some of what you can find there. You can stay in an oceanfront hotel or the enchanting 19th-century Jekyll Island Club Resort.
- Ljubljana, Slovenia – Looking for a European city with history, beauty, and great food? This charming city, the capital of Slovenia, is easily walkable for seniors and is close to beaches on the Adriatic, the mountains, and pristine lakes. Known for its parks, museums, and historic exhibits, Ljubljana is divided by the Jjubljanica River, lined with restaurants and shops. On one side, the commercial center and on the other, the old town.
- Porto, Portugal – This city is one of many others in Europe that is a prime destination for seniors. It is affordable, mild in the winter, and known for its friendly, cozy vibe. Loaded with history, superb cuisine, and museums, Porto is also steeped in the charm of the Duoro River, which runs through the city and is stitched with numerous bridges.
European travel can be ideal for seniors due to the many laws that make accessible services for people over 65 a mandatory priority. Both abroad and here at home, there are countless vacation destinations for seniors that are sure to bring you much enjoyment.
Join the Senior Living Community at Buckner Retirement Services Today
Find the senior vacation destination that is best for you. Whether traveling with family, a spouse, or by yourself, there are safe and fun ways to travel, regardless of age. Buckner Retirement Services is built on the core principles of well-being: connection, independence, purpose, security, and service. Our commitment to you is that we’ll use these principles to help you live your best senior life.
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